437 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


    • Chapter

      Part Six:iii

      Part Six:iii Cover
      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…
    • Chapter

      Part Six:ii

      Part Six:ii Cover
      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.…
    • Chapter

      Part Six:i

      Part Six:i Cover
      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…
    • Chapter

      Part Seven:iii

      Part Seven:iii Cover
      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…
    • Chapter

      Part Seven:ii

      Part Seven:ii Cover
      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…
    • Chapter

      Part Seven:i

      Part Seven:i Cover
      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…
    • Chapter

      Part One:v

      Part One:v Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Eilis grapples with the unsettling presence of a man’s visit that lingers in her mind like a sudden chill. Meanwhile, Tony remains secretive about the plans he and his mother are making, leaving Eilis feeling somewhat isolated despite their outward appearance as the perfect married couple. She resists sharing the troubling news about the baby and possible adoption, hoping to rely on Frank for further information. Their daily walks around the neighborhood become a subtle dance of unspoken…
    • Chapter

      Part One:v

      Part One:v Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter of *Part One:v*, Eilis grapples with the lingering unease brought on by a recent visitor, whose presence unsettles her in subtle but persistent ways. Meanwhile, Tony remains reticent about his and his mother's plans, prompting Eilis to attempt coaxing him into conversation during their walks. Despite her growing curiosity and the temptation to confide in Frank about the baby and potential adoption, she chooses silence, valuing the possibility of gaining more information later. Their…
    • Chapter

      Part One:iv

      Part One:iv Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter centers around the Fiorello family's longstanding tradition of Sunday lunches at their Lindenhurst home, where multiple generations gather to share a meal and conversation. Tony’s mother, Francesca, meticulously prepares a large dining room for these occasions, emphasizing family togetherness and discipline, especially among the children. Despite the warmth and care in these gatherings, Eilis finds the noisy, overlapping conversations overwhelming and struggles to fully engage, feeling out of…
    • Chapter

      Part One:iv

      Part One:iv Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter centers on the longstanding tradition of the Fiorello family’s Sunday lunches in their Lindenhurst cul-de-sac, where Tony’s mother hosts a large extended family meal. The gatherings are a significant weekly event, with the matriarch meticulously preparing the meal and setting the long table crafted by her son Mauro. Despite the joyful appearance and the festive atmosphere captured in photographs, Eilis experiences the lunches as somewhat overwhelming, particularly due to the noisy and…
    Note