853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      CHAPTER 43

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The protagonist dives into the pool, examining the intricate blue-green mosaic tiles at the bottom. Using a glass circle to filter the light, she discovers a hidden chessboard pattern beneath the tiles, a revelation that underscores Tobias Hawthorne's penchant for layered puzzles. The discovery triggers her recollection of earlier clues, including the Queen’s Gambit and the phrase "Don’t breathe," which guide her next steps. Determined to solve the mystery, she mentally maps the chess moves and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Radiant, one of Shallan’s personas, navigating the depths of Urithiru while grappling with the complexities of their mission. Shallan has agreed to visit the honorspren in Shadesmar, a task that aligns with Mraize’s demands from the Ghostbloods. Radiant distrusts Mraize but respects the agreement between Shallan’s personas—Veil’s enthusiasm for the Ghostbloods and Shallan’s desire to uncover their secrets. This internal harmony is crucial for their functionality, even as…
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      Buried Prey

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Buried Prey, ​Lucas Dav­en­port​ con­fronts a chill­ing ghost from his past when the bod­ies of two miss­ing girls—Kate Jones and Martha John­son—are unearthed after 25 years. Orig­i­nal­ly dis­missed as a cold case from Davenport’s ear­ly days as a Min­neapo­lis cop, the dis­cov­ery reopens old wounds and expos­es a web of lies, cor­rup­tion, and a killer who’s been hid­ing in plain sight. As Dav­en­port revis­its…
      Fiction • Mystery • Politics • Thriller
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      Wynton

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Wynton, a young musician carrying the weight of his past, finds himself haunted by the ghostly echoes of his father’s trumpet. The sound of it lingers in his mind like a distant, unfulfilled promise, guiding him toward moments of introspection and deep longing. In an effort to reconnect with something greater than himself, he often takes his violin to secluded places—meadows bathed in golden sunlight, hilltops brushed by the wind, and quiet creeks where the water hums in harmony with his strings. His…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy’s life has been shaped by the tension between her internal desires for a sense of belonging and the harsh realities of her fractured relationship with her mother, Marigold. Living in a series of RV parks, Cassidy seeks solace in an idealized version of life she finds through online videos about family dynamics and animal rescues. The sanctuary she seeks in these videos serves as a stark contrast to her life at home, where her mother’s struggles with alcoholism and emotional neglect define the…
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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 13 of "A Court of Thorns and Roses," Tamlin demonstrates his formidable magical abilities, effortlessly summoning hundreds of candles and transforming his sentries into wolves, indicating his considerable power despite the blight affecting Prythian. The scene shifts to the protagonist's observation of the opulent study, a space filled with books and luxury, which contrasts with her internal struggle. She grapples with feelings of guilt and helplessness, especially regarding her limited literacy,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter from *Shallan’s Sketchbook: Honorspren* provides a detailed exploration of the honorspren, a group of Radiant spren distinguished by their humanlike societal structure and hierarchy. Among all spren, they are noted for their organized ranks, which mirror human civilizations. However, their population suffered greatly during the Recreance, leaving only a fraction of their original numbers. Many deadeye honorspren now wander the bead seas, their presence a haunting reminder of their diminished…
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      30

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin returns to the Venture ballroom, struck by its unparalleled grandeur compared to other noble keeps. The hall’s perfection seems exaggerated, with immaculate tablecloths, sharp servant uniforms, and hazekillers replacing regular guards. The atmosphere feels unusually heightened, and Vin notices an unexpected surge in attendance, with nobles dressed in their finest. Sensing something amiss, she confides in Sazed, who agrees to investigate further by attending the stewards’ dinner early. Vin decides…
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      by LovelyMay In the Coach-House opens with the gentle creak of old wheels and the hushed tones of men passing time with cards while the estate sleeps. The soft rustle of sleigh harnesses and flicker of oil lanterns offer the only light in the otherwise dim, dust-scented air. Stepan, the coachman, presides over the game while Mihailo the porter brings news from the main house—news sharp enough to still hands mid-play. A tenant has died by his own hand. The details trickle in like cold air through the wooden beams.…
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      My Books and I

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      by LovelyMay My Books and I begins with a quiet, familiar warmth, like stepping into a room where trusted friends await. The narrator speaks of books not as objects, but as living companions—each one ready to meet him wherever he stands emotionally. Some days require a light laugh, and Bill Nye is pulled from the shelf, his wit a welcome reprieve. On others, Stevenson is the voice of thought, offering reflections that move slower, deeper. The beauty lies in the choice; the right book always seems to present itself.…
      Fiction • Poetry
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