615 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


    • The Heaven  Earth Grocery Store A Novel Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride is a compelling novel set in a small, segregated town, exploring themes of race, identity, and community through a mysterious death. A powerful, thought-provoking read with rich storytelling.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Acknowledgments often serve as a quiet tribute to the individuals whose presence shaped a project, even if they never appeared on the page. This story began with a deep admiration for Sy Friend, a man whose legacy in disability advocacy remains deeply personal to me. During my college years at Oberlin, I spent four summers at the Variety Club Camp for Handicapped Children, where Sy’s leadership was defined not by lofty speeches, but by the daily dignity he extended to every child. His actions spoke of a…
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      Chapter 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 24 unfolds on the pivotal day of Margery O’Hare’s trial, an event that momentarily halts the rhythm of Baileyville, Kentucky, as its residents gather in anticipation. The courthouse becomes the town’s epicenter, attracting curious onlookers, passionate supporters, and relentless gossipers, transforming the trial into a public spectacle rather than a solemn pursuit of justice. Outside, vendors set up makeshift stalls, selling food and drinks, while a traveling snake charmer entertains the…
    • Chapter 25: Resistance and Survival in Nazi-Occupied France Cover
      by Denzelle Chapter 25 of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah delves into the emotional and physical challenges that Vianne and Isabelle face under the oppressive weight of the Nazi occupation during World War II. The chapter highlights the immense sacrifices and moral dilemmas that the sisters endure as they navigate their individual paths of resistance and survival in the face of relentless adversity. Vianne, whose priority is protecting her young daughter Sophie and the Jewish child Daniel, finds herself grappling…
    • Chapter 16: Stella Vignes’ Family Reconciliation and the Price of Identity Cover
      by Denzelle Family reconciliation takes center stage in Chapter Sixteen as Stella Vignes returns to her hometown of Mallard, a place that now exists only in memory after being absorbed into Palmetto following a redistricting of parish lines. For Stella, this homecoming is not merely a physical journey but a profound confrontation with the life she abandoned and the identities she suppressed to pass as white. The chapter delves into Stella's inner turmoil as she navigates the remnants of a town that no longer…
    • Chapter 23: Bernice’s Bible Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 23: Bernice’s Bible opens with Fatty and Big Soap working on an old convertible behind the jook joint. Their focus is interrupted when Rusty brings unexpected news: Fatty’s sister, Bernice, has arrived. Fatty is immediately confused and unsettled by her visit, as he believes there is no reason for her to be there after their years of estrangement. He insists on continuing his work on the car, which he believes could be a valuable Great Chadwick Six, despite Rusty’s teasing about the car being…
    • H: ZALEEKHAH: By the River Thames, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah sits quietly in a black cab arranged by Uncle Malek, gazing at the blur of London’s cityscape as it rushes past her window. She views the city not just as a monumental collection of historical landmarks, but as a living, breathing entity, shaped over time by its rivers—some known, some buried. The River Fleet, once a bustling artery of commerce, now lies hidden under layers of concrete, a silent testament to the city’s transformation and a metaphor for forgotten histories. Likewise, the…
    • H: ZALEEKHAH: By the River Thames, 2018 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Zaleekhah arrives at her Uncle Malek's home in the elegant area of Chelsea, feeling an overwhelming sense of estrangement despite the familiarity of the surroundings. As she steps into the house, the sight of the well-maintained garden stirs nostalgia within her, yet also serves as a reminder of the emotional distance she feels from her family. She passes the doorman, Kareem, handing him a book titled Nineveh and Its Remains, a simple gesture that sets the tone for her visit. As she moves up the stairs,…
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      Prologue

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Prologue begins with an email from the California Department of Education, marking a pivotal moment for the California School for the Deaf in Riverside. The email celebrated the football team’s unprecedented playoff appearance, a milestone in a seven-decade history where they had never before reached a championship. The communication from the department highlighted the team’s growing recognition, but it also underscored the need for facility upgrades, a request motivated by the team's newfound…
    • Chapter 12: Strange Things in My Mailbox … Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12 begins with the protagonist reflecting on his complex relationship with Kraft, a figure who initially shared his outrage over the injustices the protagonist faces. Kraft, with his admiration for the arts, suggests that future civilizations will judge individuals not by their actions, but by the contributions they make to the world of art. He encourages the protagonist to revive his writing, believing that true creativity often springs from new inspiration, particularly from relationships with…
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