167 Results with the "Literary Fiction" genre


    • If These Wings Could Fly Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Set in small-town Pennsylvania, If These Wings Could Fly is a powerful debut YA novel by Kyrie McCauley that blends realism with magical elements. The story follows Leighton Barnes, a high school senior living in a house haunted not by ghosts, but by the ongoing threat of her father’s domestic violence. Despite the trauma, their home mysteriously repairs itself after each of his violent…
    • Chapter XVIII The Warden is Very Obstinate Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII brings us into a moment of emotional confrontation as Mr. Harding quietly returns home, only to be met with agitation and disbelief. His decision to seek legal clarity, and ultimately resign, has sent shockwaves through the family. The Archdeacon, frustrated and incredulous, confronts him with a mix of anger and panic, seeing the move not as integrity but as recklessness. To Dr. Grantly, this resignation is not a moral stand but a betrayal of tradition and privilege. Mr. Harding, however,…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter XX – Dawn O'Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed begins with a quiet moment of reflection, as a tattered office coat hanging on a peg brings Blackie’s presence into sharper focus. It’s a small thing, yet it carries weight, symbolizing how objects outlast the people who wear them. The room feels haunted by absence even before the story turns to the accident. Peter’s sudden death, Dawn’s narrow escape, and Blackie’s fragile survival set the tone for what follows. With bandages still fresh…
    • Chapter IV-Derrick Vaughan–Novelist Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IV – Derrick Vaughan–Novelist begins with the narrator reflecting on the idea that art should be pursued for the sake of humanity, not self. Drawing from the ideals of Goethe and Schiller, he questions his own motives and confesses to an inner selfishness that has shaped his view of the world. Derrick, in contrast, stands as a quiet example of selfless dedication. Though the narrator has often dismissed Derrick's concerns as unimportant, he now begins to see that they arise not from weakness,…
    • Chapter 5-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 5–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Gilbert Markham accompanying his sister Rose on a visit to Wildfell Hall, prompted by her eagerness to call on the new tenant. Upon entering, they are surprised to find that Mrs. Graham receives them not in a typical drawing room, but in a studio filled with canvases, easels, and the scent of fresh paint. The space reflects not only her passion for art but also her practicality—transforming her living quarters into a place of work and expression.…
    • Chapter 37-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 37–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with the protagonist, Helen, recording her thoughts on December 20th, 1825, during a time of reflection and emotional weariness. Despite being surrounded by persistent adversity, she finds strength in her role as a mother and protector, especially for her young son. The world around her feels increasingly corrupted, yet she remains focused on instilling truth and kindness in Arthur’s heart. Her motherhood becomes a refuge from bitterness, anchoring her…
    • Chapter VIII – A Nocturnal Visit Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII – A Nocturnal Visit unfolds under a sky wrapped in stillness, where footsteps carry weight and whispered words feel louder than daylit truths. Kirstie’s approach to Archie is not tentative—it comes from a place long held back by patience, now released by worry and unresolved love. Her questions, though calmly spoken, arise from sleepless nights and silent suffering. She has sensed the growing closeness between Archie and the younger Kirstie, and what once seemed innocent now feels…
    • Strange, But True Cover
      by LovelyMay Strange, But True begins in the unlikely setting of a quiet luncheon between the narrator and his usually exuberant cousin, George. The change in George's demeanor is immediate—gone is the boyish humor, replaced by a kind of tragic introspection that puzzles the narrator. As they take a walk through the Oxford Park, George confesses to being hopelessly in love, though his declaration carries more despair than joy. He likens the condition to being trapped in “Hades,” yet he admits he would not trade…
    • CHAPTER VI -Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER VI – Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed unfolds as Dawn settles into the deeply German atmosphere of a small Milwaukee hotel run by the meticulous Herr and Frau Knapf. Doctor von Gerhard, believing it the perfect environment for rest and recovery, sends her to this unlikely haven of Bavarian sensibilities. With an air of playful skepticism, Dawn begins her stay, greeted by Herr Knapf’s overly enthusiastic formalities and a dining room scene so rich in cultural eccentricities it feels more…
    • Chapter 16-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 16–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Helen returning to the quiet countryside of Staningley after a visit to the city. What was once a comforting environment now feels stale and confining, particularly after the social stimulation and variety she experienced while in town. The contrast between urban vitality and rural monotony ignites an inner tension in Helen, who starts to view her previously contented life through a more critical lens. Though nature remains beautiful, it now seems to…
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