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      CHAPTER 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Avery waking up to Alisa, her lawyer, knocking on her door. Oren, her security head, initially blocks Alisa's entry, but Avery lets her in. Alisa brings a mysterious leather satchel and immediately chastises Avery for not informing her about Eve, the woman claiming to be Toby Hawthorne's daughter. Alisa emphasizes her role in protecting Avery's legal interests, referencing her past decision to move Avery back to Hawthorne House during her coma, which secured her inheritance and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Radiant, hooded and disoriented, hearing Adolin's voice as he attempts to rescue her. Despite considering immediate action, she hesitates, aligning with Veil and Shallan's plan to confront Ialai Sadeas directly. The scene shifts as Radiant is forcibly led through a hidden tunnel, its smooth walls suggesting Shardblade craftsmanship. The tension escalates as the conspirators, including Ulina, guide her upward, their urgency hinting at their desperation to evade capture. Radiant's…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Fifth Sea­son is the first book in N. K. Jemisin’s ground­break­ing Bro­ken Earth tril­o­gy, a mas­ter­piece that rede­fines epic fan­ta­sy. Set on a super­con­ti­nent called the Still­ness, where cat­a­stroph­ic cli­mate dis­as­ters (known as “Fifth Sea­sons”) reg­u­lar­ly dev­as­tate civ­i­liza­tion, the sto­ry fol­lows three inter­twined nar­ra­tives: ​Essun, a woman search­ing for her miss­ing daugh­ter in a world col­laps­ing into chaos. ​Damaya, a young girl with dan­ger­ous pow­ers, tak­en…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I – Thuvia, Maid of Mars begins amidst the lush splendor of Ptarth’s royal gardens, where the atmosphere is thick with unspoken tension and looming political consequence. Thuvia, princess of Ptarth, stands firm against Astok, Prince of Dusar, who, emboldened by his station, attempts to claim more than polite affection. Her rejection is immediate and fiery—an assertive reminder that status does not entitle desire. When Astok presses further with a forceful gesture, Thuvia's cry for help…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy finds herself enveloped in a moment of quiet joy, her connection to Dave growing stronger as they prepare crêpes together in the kitchen. The shared laughter and warmth between them serve as a comforting reminder of the bond they’ve begun to form, despite the difficulties that have already marked their journey. They talk playfully about soufflés and their supposed aphrodisiac qualities, a conversation that leads Cassidy to reflect on how food has always symbolized connection in her life. As…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy finds herself reflecting on an event that holds the power to alter her life and the lives of those around her, particularly in the context of her past with Wynton. The emotional intensity of her reunion with Bernadette, Wynton’s mother, forces Cassidy to revisit painful memories from her own turbulent past, especially her relationship with her mother, Marigold. As Cassidy prepares for a journey back to The Town, she becomes consumed with the weight of her past choices and how they have led her to…
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      Chapter Twelve

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Nesta finds herself in a tense training session atop the House of Wind, where plans have unexpectedly changed, and she is directed to train alone with Cassian instead of heading to Windhaven. Cassian approaches her with quiet concern, aware of her pride and reluctance to appear vulnerable, especially in front of others. Their interaction reveals a layer of unspoken understanding and underlying tension, as Cassian tries to coax Nesta into beginning her training despite her reservations. The…
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      40

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin awakens to find Elend vigilantly watching over her, a reversal of their usual protective roles. Though comforted by his presence, she is haunted by the memory of his horrified reaction to her true nature as a Mistborn. Despite her fears, Elend greets her with kindness, sparking her confusion about how he can still care for her after witnessing her monstrous abilities. Their quiet interaction underscores Vin’s internal struggle with self-worth and her fear that Elend’s love was based on a false…
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      Thais

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      by LovelyMay Thaïs by Anatole France is a captivating novel that follows Paphnutius, an ascetic monk, as he attempts to convert the beautiful courtesan Thaïs to a life of spiritual devotion. Set in ancient Egypt, the story delves into the conflict between spiritual zeal and earthly desires, offering a poignant exploration of faith, love, and the complexities of redemption.
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      The Raindrops

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      by LovelyMay "The Raindrops" open their story within the soft realms of Cloudland, a place nestled between Earthdom and Sky Country, where moisture dwells in harmony before beginning its mission. Among them, two curious droplets gaze below, noticing the parched and withering world, moved not by command but by purpose. In a spirited mood, they gather fellow droplets and begin their descent, turning it into a joyful race, each one eager to be of service and touch the Earth with their gift. They twist and twirl through…
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