615 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


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      Cease-fire

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Cease-fire" opens with Werner and Marie-Laure in a cellar, surrounded by an eerie silence after the guns have stopped firing. Werner, dressed in a mix of his uniform and civilian clothes, prepares to guide Marie-Laure through the war-torn streets of Saint-Malo. He gives her a white pillowcase to use as a surrender flag, hoping it will protect her if they encounter soldiers. Their tension is palpable as they hesitate at the door, uncertain of what lies outside in the devastated city, where…
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      The Library

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      by LovelyMay The Library Book by Susan Orlean is a compelling blend of history, investigation, and memoir, centered on the 1986 Los Angeles Public Library fire. Through vivid storytelling, Orlean explores the mystery of the devastating blaze, celebrates the enduring role of libraries in communities, and pays tribute to the passion of librarians who preserve knowledge and culture.
    • Chapter VIII-Derrick Vaughan–Novelist Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist follows Derrick through a season marked by inward struggle and outward dedication, set against the muted beauty of an autumn slowly surrendering to winter. While others embrace the cheer of London’s social season, Derrick chooses solitude and steady work, burying his unspoken thoughts of Freda beneath pages of manuscripts and patient companionship with his ailing father. He continues writing with a quiet intensity, using every observation—every subtle…
    • Chapter 20: The Antes House Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 20: The Antes House begins with an annual tradition drenched in irony and contradiction. What appeared to be a grand celebration of local heritage was, at its core, a parade of contradictions—where brass instruments blared for a forgotten composer and flags fluttered over a building more often used as a back-alley dive than a historical monument. The John Antes Historical Society and Pottstown's city council observed Memorial Day with feigned reverence and theatrical rituals, while residents…
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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 13 begins with Pastor McIntosh arriving at the Packhorse Library with a singular purpose—to persuade Alice Van Cleve to return to her husband. Quoting scripture, he frames his argument around the idea of marital duty, insisting that a wife must remain by her husband's side regardless of the hardships she may endure. He presents himself as a messenger of moral authority, believing his words will be enough to convince Alice to abandon her newfound independence and step back into the role of a…
    • Chapter 14: The Protagonist’s Journey and Reflection on Aging Cover
      by Denzelle On April 27, 1995, the protagonist confronts a profound and transformative moment as they make the emotional and physical shift to the Ocean Crest Retirement Community located along the serene Oregon Coast. The transition, marked by a mix of nostalgia, reluctant acceptance, and the undeniable reality of aging, encapsulates the complex emotions of facing the inevitable changes that time brings. This chapter paints a deeply introspective portrait of a life in transition, as the protagonist grapples with the…
    • Chapter 5: Reese and Jude’s Journey of Transformation, Identity, and Connection Cover
      by Denzelle Reese and Jude are at the heart of this chapter, which delves deeply into Reese’s journey of transformation as he steps into his identity as a man, transitioning from Therese Anne Carter to fully embracing the person he has always known himself to be. His change is not confined to physical appearance but reflects an intimate exploration of his true self and the courage to defy societal conventions. Working at a gym near UCLA, Reese finds solace in the routines of physicality and community, a place where…
    • Chapter 12: Monkey Pants Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12: Monkey Pants begins with Dodo waking up in the Pennhurst State Hospital for the Insane and Feeble-Minded, recovering from the serious injuries he sustained from falling off Miss Chona’s roof. Immobilized in a steel crib, Dodo meets a boy named Monkey Pants, who is extremely thin and contorted into an awkward position that reminds Dodo of a monkey. The sight of this strange boy immediately evokes empathy and a sense of connection in Dodo, prompting him to name the child "Monkey Pants" based on…
    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Thames, 1853 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur walks alongside his father through the dense fog that envelops London in 1853, the cold mist casting an eerie silence over the city. The air is thick with pollution, and the streets are filled with a sense of decay as they navigate their way through the city. Arthur’s father, once a source of guidance and warmth, has become distant and harsh, the weight of their financial struggles transforming his personality. At just thirteen years old, Arthur has been forced to grow up quickly, taking on menial…
    • O: ARTHUR: By the River Tigris, 1872 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Arthur finds himself deeply conflicted and introspective during a pivotal moment in 1872 by the River Tigris. Accompanied by Leila, a member of the Yazidi community, he explores his excavation site, where she shares insights into Yazidi spiritual beliefs, including the concept of "axiretê," which refers to the next world. Leila emphasizes the idea that every Yazidi should have a spiritual sibling, someone with whom they share a profound connection in the afterlife. She humorously speaks about her…
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