853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


    • Chapter XI — The woman in the Alcove Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XI - The woman in the Alcove opens during a time when progress in the investigation appears stalled, with Mr. Durand’s innocence still unproven and suspicions against Mr. Grey unconfirmed. The narrator recounts how, during those uneventful two weeks, a letter from Mr. Fairbrother adds unexpected depth to the case. From his recovery bed in New Mexico, he reveals that the original diamond had a distinct setting purchased in France, which could only have been duplicated in New York under his…
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      My Last Chance

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      by LovelyMay My Last Chance begins with an air of finality, as Mrs. Hilary Musgrave lays out her terms with a tone that suggests she’s had enough. Mr. Carter is given one last opportunity to redeem his romantic record by winning over Miss Sophia Milton—a woman of admirable qualities, wealth, and a certain quiet sophistication. Mrs. Hilary paints Miss Milton as cultured, independent, and earnest, though not without her quirks. She plays the piano, reads Browning with devotion, and has opinions on government affairs.…
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      by LovelyMay The Maternal Feminine begins in a room where the atmosphere is tense but quiet, filled with a stillness that holds space for both anticipation and mourning. Sophy, seated calmly with her hands gently resting in her lap, looked every bit the composed elder, yet behind her quiet exterior was an awareness of the weight about to descend. When Marian King entered, she brought not just information but presence—firm and capable, with a kind of warmth that disarmed without softening the truth. Her youth…
    • How to Ride to Hounds Cover
      by LovelyMay How to Ride to Hounds is not merely a tutorial but an invitation to understand a centuries-old ritual that fuses instinct, etiquette, and an unspoken bond with the land and the pack. This chapter begins with the acknowledgment that true mastery over fox-hunting cannot be taught like arithmetic—it must be absorbed through instinctive responsiveness and repeated exposure. Here, the rider is both student and participant in a carefully choreographed tradition, where personal impulses must be subdued in favor…
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      2. Jodie

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jodie, Kya’s older brother, had always been her closest companion during the early years following their mother’s departure. As the family began to fragment under the weight of their father’s abusive tendencies, Kya found solace in the bond she shared with him, even amidst the growing tension in their home. They would often share quiet, fleeting moments of normalcy—simple breakfasts and leisurely walks through the marshlands—creating a semblance of family, a fragile cocoon that briefly shielded…
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      50. The Journal

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Journal became a key focal point during Kya Clark’s trial in 1970, a moment that revealed not only the depth of her emotions but also the tensions between the world she had grown up in and the one she was now forced to face in the courtroom. As Kya nervously scanned the room, her eyes landed on familiar faces, particularly her brother Jodie, who, despite the grim circumstances, was present as a sign of familial support. This reunion, charged with unspoken emotions, symbolized the deep divide between…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 begins by introducing four close friends—JB, Jude, Willem, and Malcolm—whose bond has remained strong since their college years at Hood. Even though fifteen years have passed since they graduated, their connection has endured, shaped by both shared experiences and individual growth. Despite the differences in their personal and professional lives, they continue to find comfort in each other’s presence, holding onto the familiarity that has defined their friendship for years. Their…
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      Afterword

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Afterword In the afterword to Their Eyes Were Watching God, Henry Louis Gates Jr. reflects on the literary legacy of Zora Neale Hurston, whose profound influence was not fully appreciated during her lifetime. A graduate of Barnard College, Hurston authored several works, including Jonah's Gourd Vine, Mules and Men, and Seraph on the Suwanee, but her refusal to conform to the expectations of mainstream literature contributed to her marginalization. Hurston's complex identity, resisting simple labels such as…
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      Chapter XXIX

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XXIX introduces Carlene, a striking and complex figure whose larger-than-life persona creates an immediate sense of tension. Despite her small stature, Carlene’s presence is anything but diminutive. She’s described vividly with big hair, sharp teeth, and long fingernails, all of which contribute to her eccentric and imposing charm. When Lester drives the large pink Bible bus into the Tuttle Terrace Trailer Park, Carlene stands at the doorway of her trailer, her expression a mixture of surprise…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin James, a runaway slave, pushes through exhaustion and hunger as he journeys to find his family, fearing pursuit after his escape. Forced to travel both day and night, he covers significant ground but remains distant from his wife and daughter. His desperation grows as his food supply dwindles, highlighting the physical and emotional toll of his quest. The chapter opens with his relentless determination, setting the stage for his perilous journey. While resting in a cornfield, James encounters another…
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