853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      by testsuphomeAdmin Yrene storms into the Torre, agitated after discovering her and Chaol's room ransacked, sensing their investigation into ancient secrets has drawn dangerous attention. Clutching a mysterious scroll and a locket from Chaol, she confronts Hafiza, the Healer on High, in her workshop. Their conversation quickly shifts from playful teasing about Yrene's romantic involvement with Chaol to the gravity of their discoveries. Yrene reveals their theory that the healers of the Torre may have been strategically placed…
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      CHAPTER 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist gathering Grayson, Xander, and Eve in the library to reveal a mysterious disk and a cryptic message. Eve reacts with hesitation, sensing the disk's significant value, while Grayson notes the absence of a ransom demand. The protagonist reflects on three possible motives for Toby's kidnapping, with revenge emerging as the most likely. The group decodes the message, linking it to the tragic Hawthorne Island fire decades earlier, which claimed three lives—an event tied…
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      CHAPTER 45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonists working late into the night to solve a mystery involving a church location, only to hit a dead end by morning. Their focus shifts when Xander sends a cryptic "911" text to Jameson, signaling an urgent summons. The pair prepare to respond but are interrupted by Nash, who emerges from Libby’s room with a rescued puppy. The tender moment reveals Nash’s protective nature and Libby’s appreciation for his kindness, hinting at their deepening bond. The scene…
    • Shallan’s Sketchbook: Mistspren Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter from *Shallan’s Sketchbook: Mistspren* provides a detailed observation of mistspren, enigmatic beings characterized by their porcelain masks. These masks shimmer translucently in the light, yet remain expressionless and motionless even when the spren speak. The description emphasizes their ethereal and unchanging nature, suggesting a disconnect between their appearance and communication. This portrayal highlights the mistspren’s otherworldly qualities, setting them apart from more familiar,…
    • 1986 — Orson Scott Card — Ender’s Game Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Ender’s Game is a ground­break­ing sci­ence fic­tion nov­el that fol­lows ​Andrew “Ender” Wig­gin, a bril­liant child recruit­ed into ​Bat­tle School, an orbital mil­i­tary acad­e­my where gift­ed chil­dren are trained to com­mand Earth­’s defens­es against an alien race called the ​Formics​ (or “Bug­gers”). Under the ruth­less tute­lage of ​Colonel Graff, Ender excels in sim­u­lat­ed war games, mas­ter­ing strat­e­gy and leadership—but at a dev­as­tat­ing psy­cho­log­i­cal cost. As…
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      Chapter Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Nesta’s physical and emotional struggles are vividly depicted as she faces the daunting task of descending a seemingly endless spiral staircase within a foreboding house. Despite her confidence in her new High Fae abilities, her body rebels—dizziness, exhaustion, and pain threaten to overpower her. Each step becomes a battle against her own limitations, symbolizing her internal conflict and the weight of her past trauma. Her determination to reach the bottom underscores her resilience,…
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      I‑4. Vyre

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Vyre, formerly known as Moash, as he reflects on his newfound freedom from emotional chains. Having surrendered his pain and guilt to Odium, he now perceives his past life as constrained by unseen bonds. While working in a quarry outside Kholinar with his singer companions, Vyre experiments with his Shardblade, attempting to replicate Prince Adolin's throwing technique. His inability to master the maneuver highlights the limitations of his Honorblade, yet he feels no frustration—only…
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      EPILOGUE

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The epilogue opens with a reflective monologue, where the narrator contemplates moments of unexpected peace amidst a life of suffering. Gazing at a majestic sunrise over frozen cliffs, they find solace in the belief that a higher power guides their path, offering reassurance that even if they fail, another will continue their work. This introspective passage sets a tone of quiet resolution and hints at deeper metaphysical themes surrounding destiny and purpose in the narrative. The scene shifts to Vin,…
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      The Diver

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense domestic scene where the police arrive at G’s house, investigating photographs of her daughter that were flagged by a printer. G’s husband diffuses the situation with charm, convincing the officers it was a misunderstanding—he had merely complained about print quality. His performance shifts the officers from suspicion to acquiescence. However, once they leave, his facade collapses into violent rage. He shouts at G and their daughter, throws objects, and physically…
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      Chapter 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist driving home after an extended absence, consumed by anxiety about reintegrating into her domestic life. She obsesses over trivial details like the car's cleanliness and fabricates a neck injury to explain her strained demeanor. Her internal monologue reveals she’s been hiding a secret affair with a Hertz employee instead of traveling to New York as claimed. The familiarity of her neighborhood feels surreal, and a brief interaction with her neighbor Ken highlights…
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