437 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


    • H: ZALEEKHAH: By the River Thames, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah awakens to an unexpected early morning visit from her Uncle Malek in 2018, finding him standing at the door of her houseboat by the River Thames. His usual pristine appearance is now disheveled, with his bloodshot eyes and stubble hinting at sleepless nights, which immediately raises Zaleekhah's concerns for his well-being. Despite his appearance, Uncle Malek attempts to carry on as usual, masking his true feelings with a flippant attitude, as he brushes off any inquiries about his health. As…
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    • Chapter 8: Auf Wiedersehen … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 8 delves deeply into the narrator’s internal struggle with their past actions during World War II. They openly confess to committing high treason and crimes against humanity, a dark chapter of their life that continues to haunt them. Despite the gravity of these accusations, the narrator managed to escape the consequences of their deeds, largely due to their role as an American agent during the war. They unknowingly carried out covert assignments by transmitting coded messages out of Germany…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 40 of Mother Night, the protagonist reflects on a strange and unsettling experience following a brief arrest at an unmarked office inside the Empire State Building. Despite the seriousness of the situation, he is released almost immediately, thanks to the unexpected intervention of his "Blue Fairy Godmother." In less than an hour, he finds himself back outside, standing on the sidewalk, but instead of feeling relief or joy, he is struck by an overwhelming sense of paralysis. This paralysis is…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Eilis engages in a subtle yet revealing conversation with her mother about appearance and societal expectations, particularly focusing on the choice of dresses and hats for an upcoming wedding. Her mother’s initial critiques give way to a rare compliment, suggesting a complex relationship marked by unspoken emotions and restrained affection. The dialogue highlights the tension between personal preference and community scrutiny, reflecting the pressures Eilis faces as she navigates her…
    • The Cruelty of Achilles, and the Ransoming of Hector Cover
      by LovelyMay The Cruelty of Achilles, and the Ransoming of Hector unfolds at a moment of deep sorrow and rage. Achilles, wounded by the death of Patroclus, stands consumed by grief that spills into acts of revenge. Patroclus, appearing in a dream, begs for funeral rites, his voice filled with longing for peace. Achilles obeys, yet his way of honoring his fallen friend reveals how far rage can distort mourning. A grand pyre is built, Patroclus wrapped in white linen, his body surrounded by flames and sacrifice. Cattle…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 6: Challah opens during a period of fragile recovery. Chona's illness, once alarming and debilitating, begins to recede. Her fever subsides, and strength returns slowly, thanks to rest, care from Addie, and the presence of Moshe, who watches over her like a guardian. Though a doctor suggests permanent mobility issues, Moshe finds joy simply in seeing her animated again. To him, the specifics of her recovery matter less than the miracle of it. In his eyes, her voice, her determination to run the…
    • The Giver of Stars (Jojo Moyes) Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes is a historical novel set in 1930s Kentucky, following a group of women who become traveling librarians, facing personal and societal challenges while forming deep bonds and making a lasting impact on their community.
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