853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      My First Stage

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      by LovelyMay My First Stage begins in the serene yet suffocating village of Muddleton, where reputations are shaped not by actions but by the whispers passed over cups of tea. It is in Mrs. O'Reilly's sunlit drawing room, decorated with delicate porcelain and careful social airs, that a rumor first flickers to life. During a seemingly innocent afternoon visit, she shares a provocative remark with Miss Lena Houghton—that Mr. Sigismund Zaluski, a visiting foreigner, may be aligned with radical ideologies. This isn't…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter IV: Hero-Stuff begins with the quiet rhythm of life at the Place, a routine Lad has come to cherish. His world, centered around his people and his familiar surroundings, is gently stirred when the Master introduces a new puppy—Lady. At first, the intent seems kind, aimed at giving Lad companionship, but the result is far more complex than expected. Lady’s presence does not fill a gap Lad knew he had; instead, it reshapes the emotional landscape. Their bond grows over time, but it’s not simple…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter XIX – The Letter begins in the wake of Mr. Grey’s passing, casting a somber mood over the family. Agnes, her sister Mary, and their mother are now faced with the practical realities of surviving on limited means. While grief lingers in the background, the focus gradually shifts to what comes next. Mary, now comfortably married to Mr. Richardson, offers a solution. She writes with affection and concern, proposing that their mother come live with her and her husband at the vicarage. She insists…
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      Chapter VIII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VIII, On the evening of July 30, 2014, within the vibrant yet tense atmosphere of New York City, Addie is confronted by Henry, who challenges her decision to engage with the darkness. This confrontation comes at a critical point, as Addie’s determination not to lose Henry drives her to make a choice that is fraught with peril. Henry, weary and seemingly resigned to their fate, believes that it is too late for any of them to alter the course their lives have taken. He confesses regret over the…
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      31. A Book

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      by testsuphomeAdmin A Book came into Kya Clark’s life in 1968, marking a significant turning point in her journey as she entered her twenty-second year. This new chapter in her life was brought about by the publication of The Sea Shells of the Eastern Seaboard, a project that had taken years of dedication and careful study. Kya’s meticulous collection of shells from the beaches of North Carolina, accompanied by her artistic paintings, had culminated in a work that would bring her recognition and success she had long lived…
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      Chapter 15

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 15 intricately explores the themes of memory, family, and the unrelenting passage of time, drawing poetic parallels between ballet and the physical spaces that shape our lives. The chapter opens with May, a young and promising ballerina whose unwavering dedication to dance earns her a spot in the prestigious School of American Ballet. Her role as a mouse in The Nutcracker at the New York City Ballet becomes a significant milestone, one that fills her family with pride and fosters a deep sense of…
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      Chapter 6

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 6 of Their Eyes Were Watching God portrays Janie’s daily life in the small town of Eatonville, where she manages the store while engaging with the lively community gossip and chatter. The morning sun rises, ushering in another day that Janie feels is filled with repetitive duties and responsibilities, particularly at the store. The town's men, such as Sam, Lige, and Walter, often gather on the porch to engage in banter, and today they laugh at Matt Bonner’s underfed yellow mule. The mule’s…
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      Chapter XV

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XV begins with a shift in the children’s journey as they make their way toward their destination on the bus. Fish, Bobbi, Will, and the narrator are quietly observing their bus driver, Lester, as he pulls over to assist a woman whose car appears to be broken down. The woman, Miss Lill Kiteley, stands in stark contrast to Lester with her oversized coat worn over her waitress uniform. The children notice the differences between the two, particularly the way she seems larger than life compared to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist, James, rushing through the brush to rescue a young enslaved girl named Sammy from potential danger. Upon finding her terrified and kneeling before a man, James instinctively tackles the figure, only to realize it’s his friend Norman. The tension escalates as Norman, initially confused by Sammy’s presence, questions James’s decision to bring her along. James defends his choice, emphasizing Sammy’s youth and the abuse she’s endured, while Norman reluctantly…
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      Chapter 15

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator's vivid fantasy of recording a seductive dance for Davey, intending to reveal more of herself than he’s seen before. She imagines the dance as a direct, uncomplicated invitation, bypassing moral hesitations. The act is framed as urgent, driven by a darkly humorous acknowledgment of her mortality—she wants to experience sex with him before facing the mundane reality of living for decades afterward. This sets the tone for her desperate, almost obsessive pursuit of…
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