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      The Rounds

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter "The Rounds" follows Marie-Laure, a blind girl, as she adapts to her new life in Saint-Malo under the care of Madame Manec. Despite initial resistance, Marie-Laure gradually gains independence, navigating the beach and streets with her cane and memorizing the layout of the town. Her daily walks to the shore become a therapeutic ritual, where she collects seashells and other treasures, momentarily escaping her grief over her father’s imprisonment. The ocean’s sounds and textures provide…
      1. All the Light We Cannot See
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      Nadel im Heuhaufen

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with Werner and Dr. Hauptmann conducting a field test in a snow-covered landscape at midnight. Hauptmann, accompanied by his hounds, leads Werner to a remote spot where they attempt to locate Volkheimer, who is hidden somewhere in the vast forest with a transmitter. Werner sets up two transceivers, using precise measurements and technical adjustments to detect the signal. Despite the challenging conditions, he successfully tunes in to Volkheimer’s transmission, demonstrating his growing…
      1. All the Light We Cannot See
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      All the Light We Cannot See

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — All the Light We Can­not See is a beau­ti­ful­ly writ­ten his­tor­i­cal nov­el that tells the par­al­lel sto­ries of Marie-Lau­re, a blind French girl, and Wern­er, a Ger­man orphan and gift­ed radio tech­ni­cian, whose paths con­verge dur­ing World War II in the occu­pied French town of Saint-Malo. Marie-Lau­re flees Paris with her father as the Nazis invade, car­ry­ing a mys­te­ri­ous and poten­tial­ly cursed dia­mond from…
      1. Sea of Flames
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      2. Frederick
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      3. Part Thirteen: 2014
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      Part Seven:iii

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — In this chapter, Jim is preparing for a significant transition in his life, marked by his decision to leave his familiar surroundings and travel to Dublin. He carefully plans his departure, deciding to avoid accidental encounters with Nancy, a woman central to his current personal complexities. Jim intends to settle his affairs, including withdrawing money from the bank and arranging transportation to the train station with Shane, a trusted acquaintance. He also plans to meet Colette to discuss the…
      1. Long Island
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      Part Seven:ii

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — In this chapter, Rosella discreetly informs Eilis about their grandmother’s unexpected plan to join them in America. What began as a casual remark about loneliness turned into a concrete decision, as their grandmother already secured her passport, visa, and a ticket for the same flight. However, the uncertainty surrounding the length of her stay and who would care for her during the day creates tension. Mrs Lacey, Eilis’s mother, also reveals she has arranged to change Eilis’s return ticket to align…
      1. Long Island
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      Part Seven:i

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — In this chapter, Nancy reflects on her past interactions with Birdseye, a representative who initially encouraged her husband George to stock frozen foods in their supermarket. Birdseye had been candid about the challenges posed by the arrival of large competitors like Dunnes Stores, warning Nancy that small grocers like theirs would struggle to survive. Despite this, Birdseye proposed a new venture: converting part of their business into a chip shop using his company’s frozen products, promising…
      1. Long Island
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      Part Six:iii

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with a quiet moment between Eilis and Jim, as he lies awake beside her, hesitant to disturb her sleep. Jim reflects on their recent interactions and the unspoken questions about their relationship’s future. Despite his desire to clarify their situation, he chooses to wait until Eilis is ready to speak. Their shared morning is marked by gentle teasing and an intimate domesticity, revealing a tentative but growing closeness. The sunny weather contrasts with Jim’s internal uncertainty…
      1. Long Island
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      Part Six:ii

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with Mrs. Lacey setting a clear expectation for the family gathering: everyone must be prepared for the twelve o’clock mass the following day, and they will depart together at twenty-five minutes past eleven. Jack offers to drive her, but she confidently declines, relying instead on her grandsons for support. The scene reveals the presence of family members who have traveled from England and America, highlighting differences in appearance and demeanor between the brothers Jack and Pat.…
      1. Long Island
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      Part Six:i

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — In this chapter from *Part Six:i*, Nancy meets with Oliver Rossiter, a Wexford-based estate agent, to view a potential building site at Lucas Park. Despite the gloomy weather diminishing the site’s appeal, Oliver highlights its potential, mentioning outline planning permission for a bungalow and suggesting the involvement of a landscape gardener to improve the property’s prospects. Nancy contemplates the site’s proximity to the road and its suitability for construction, weighing her options carefully…
      1. Long Island
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      Part Five:iii

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      by testsuphomeAdmin — In this chapter, Gerard and Jim discuss the future of the family chip shop business. Jim explains that while the shop is unlikely to be sold, it’s premature to fully hand over control to Gerard. Instead, they propose a gradual transition where Gerard will use the same accountant and bank as Jim, pay reduced rent to his mother, and meet weekly with Jim to review accounts and resolve issues. This arrangement is designed to prepare Gerard for eventual full ownership, emphasizing the significant…
      1. Long Island
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