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    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Thames, 1856 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur begins his life in the year before his sixteenth birthday, when his family is hit hard by financial struggles. This difficult situation pushes him to work extra hours at a young age to help pay the rent and contribute to the household. Each morning, he rises before dawn, enduring a daily routine that involves using the little resources available to him. He uses cold water mixed with diluted vinegar to wash his face, as the soap he receives from charity is of poor quality. As he walks through the…
    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Tigris, 1876 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur begins his arduous journey in August 1876, traveling from Nineveh to Castrum Kefa, where the oppressive heat makes it difficult for him to eat. The journey is made all the more challenging by the harsh conditions, and his sustenance consists mostly of dates, flatbreads, and camel's milk. Accompanied by his guide, Mahmoud, they set out under the cover of night, the cooler hours offering them a reprieve from the scorching desert heat. As they travel across the barren landscape, the night brings an…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin I understand your request and am ready to assist you with summarizing the chapters of the book you provide. Please proceed with the first…
    • Chapter 30: An Apparition on the Practice Field Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 30: An Apparition on the Practice Field, the stage is set for an emotionally charged rematch between the Cubs and Faith Baptist, where the stakes are higher than ever before. This game comes after a devastating defeat the year before, and the Cubs are determined to make their comeback. A key element of the lead-up to the championship is a prayer led by a pastor, underscoring the shared values of faith and sportsmanship between the two teams, setting a tone of respect and competition. The sunny…
    • Chapter 17: August Krapptauer Goes To Valhalla … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 17 begins with Vice-Bundesfuehrer August Krapptauer, whose unexpected burst of youthful energy surprises everyone around him. He descends the stairs to retrieve Helga’s luggage from Jones’ limousine, an action that causes immediate concern for both Jones and Keeley due to Krapptauer’s frail health and a heart condition. Despite their protests and clear apprehension about his physical limitations, Krapptauer insists that risking his life for Howard Campbell's wife—who is linked to Adolf…
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      Ghostroots

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      by testsuphomeAdmin “Ghostroots” by ‘Pemi Aguda is a debut short story collection set in Lagos, Nigeria, blending the mundane with the supernatural. The twelve stories explore themes of inheritance, maternal lineage, and haunting legacies, often focusing on women grappling with familial and societal burdens. Aguda’s prose weaves unsettling yet deeply human narratives, where everyday life intersects with spectral presences. Notable stories include “Breastmilk,” which delves into…
    • The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard Cover
      by LovelyMay The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard by Anatole France is a charming and philosophical novel that tells the story of Sylvestre Bonnard, a kind-hearted and scholarly antiquarian whose passion for rare books leads him into unexpected adventures. Through Bonnard’s reflections and actions, the novel explores themes of love, justice, and morality, often with subtle humor and irony. France’s elegant prose and insightful observations create a rich portrait of a man whose intellectual pursuits are intertwined with his humanity, earning the book the prestigious Prix Goncourt in 1905.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Prologue begins on a frigid December morning in 1937, where the unforgiving Appalachian wilderness stretches in all directions, blanketed in thick, unbroken snow. Margery O’Hare, bundled in layers against the bitter cold, guides her steadfast mule, Charley, along the treacherous path beneath Arnott’s Ridge. The early morning light barely penetrates the dense pine trees, casting elongated shadows that dance along the frozen ground, adding an eerie stillness to the landscape. Despite the bone-chilling…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin On April 9, 1995, along the rugged Oregon Coast, an aging woman stands on the precipice of a major transition, reflecting on the life she has built and the memories she holds dear. Her days in "The Peaks," the grand home she has inhabited for nearly five decades, are coming to an end, as she faces both the recent loss of her beloved husband and a grim medical diagnosis of her own. The weight of her past presses heavily on her, compelling her to embark on one final journey through the relics of her life,…
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