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Chapter XIII The Warden’s Decision

by LovelyMay — Chapter XIII begins at a quiet hour, but within Mr. Harding's heart, a firm decision has already been made. News brought by Eleanor—that John Bold is withdrawing the lawsuit—might seem to clear the air, but it does little to ease his conscience. Instead of feeling relief, Mr. Harding grows more certain that he must resign from his post. Despite his love for Eleanor and gratitude for Bold’s reversal, he knows the matter goes deeper than legal battles. The recent newspaper article, harsh and public in…
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Chapter XV — Dawn o‑hara the girl who laughed trashed

by LovelyMay — Chapter XV – Dawn O’Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed opens with a jolt of unwelcome news as Herr and Frau Knapf announce that financial hardship will force them to close their beloved German boardinghouse. For Dawn, the decision is more than a change in address—it disrupts a fragile sense of stability she had come to cherish. The Knapfs’ warm presence, the house's cozy quirks, and the odd yet endearing mix of residents have all created a place that felt closer to a family than just rented walls.…

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Long Distance [1919]

by LovelyMay — Long Distance opens with a striking contrast: Chet Ball, once a rugged lineman from Chicago, now rests in a quiet English hospital room, painting a wooden chicken with hands more familiar with climbing poles than holding a brush. His broad shoulders and sun-worn face seem almost out of place amid the dainty surroundings of Reconstruction Hospital No. 9. Though the toy he paints is small and colorful, it stands as a powerful symbol of how far removed he is from the grit and peril of his past life. The room…
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Contents

by LovelyMay — Contents – The Tenant of Wildfell Hall unfolds as a reflective opening steeped in a tone of modest disclosure and guarded vulnerability. The narrator begins not with dramatics or declarations of grandeur, but with a candid admission: some experiences are simply too personal to be shared—even with the closest confidant. Though he acknowledges the value in complete transparency, he also holds fast to the sanctity of certain private matters. This delicate balance between revelation and restraint sets the…
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Chapter 32-The tenant of wildfell hall

by LovelyMay — Chapter 32–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Helen reflecting on the quiet strength and innocence of Esther Hargrave, whose gentle nature has flourished despite the narrow roles expected of her as a young woman in a rigid society. Helen’s admiration for Esther is deepened by her own past, colored by disillusionment and betrayal. She sees in Esther the kind of vulnerability that could be exploited by marriage made for convenience rather than affection. Her growing affection for the girl is not…
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Stage One: Early Labor — Ruth

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with Ruth recalling a pivotal childhood moment at the opulent brownstone where her mother, Lou, worked as a domestic servant for the affluent Hallowell family. The house, with its intimidating gargoyles and iconic NBC chime doorbell, symbolizes the stark divide between her family’s modest life and the Hallowells' privilege. Ruth’s mother, unwavering in her dedication, braves a snowstorm to work, dragging Ruth and her sister along because they’re too young to stay home alone. The…
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Mad Honey

by testsuphomeAdmin — Mad Honey (2022) by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan is a multi-layered novel blending mystery, courtroom drama, and LGBTQ+ themes. The story follows Olivia McAfee, a beekeeper and single mother, whose son Asher stands accused of murdering his girlfriend, Lily Campanello. As the trial unfolds, secrets about Lily’s transgender identity and Asher’s volatile behavior emerge, forcing Olivia to confront her past—including her own escape…
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Chapter III — In the Matter of the Hanging of Duncan Jopp

by LovelyMay — Chapter III – In the Matter of the Hanging of Duncan Jopp begins with a courtroom scene that shakes young Archie Weir to the core. Watching the proceedings unfold under the command of his father, Lord Hermiston, Archie is confronted by the sheer finality of justice rendered without mercy. Duncan Jopp’s guilt may be established, but it is the spectacle of his punishment—and the cold, almost theatrical authority behind it—that unsettles Archie most. He sees not only the law at work but a system that…
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A Matter of Duty

by LovelyMay — A Matter of Duty opens with Mr. Carter being beckoned by Lady Mickleham, newly returned from her honeymoon and eager to confide in someone familiar. She is learning the complexities of married life, particularly those involving her husband Archie's family, whose strong personalities come wrapped in polite expectations. Dolly shares her struggle with their traditions—many outdated, some peculiar—and the pressure to adapt while maintaining her own individuality. The dowager, in particular, overwhelms her…
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CHAPTER I — Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed

by LovelyMay — CHAPTER I – Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed begins with Dawn in a New York boarding house, recovering from an unnamed but clearly taxing illness. The sterile room, sparsely furnished and cold in demeanor, becomes slightly more bearable with the touch of scarlet carnations—gifts that inject a flicker of color and life into her surroundings. Her attempt to distract herself through whimsical one-sided conversation with the flowers confuses her blue-and-white clad nurse, who misinterprets the chatter…
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