167 Results with the "Literary Fiction" genre


    • 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…
    • Chapter 48-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 48 – The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with a renewed connection between Gilbert Markham and Mr. Lawrence, who delivers another letter from Helen. The contents stir a mix of hope and sadness, as Helen expresses her sincere wishes for Gilbert’s well-being while firmly urging him not to dwell on her. Her words are filled with grace, yet also finality, as though she has fully accepted the distance between them. Despite the restraint in her tone, her concern suggests a lingering affection.…
    • Chapter VIII Plumstead Episcopi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII opens with a glimpse into the Archdeacon's mindset, revealing not a hatred for John Bold, but a firm resolve to protect the Church from what he sees as an unjustified assault. While he acknowledges Bold’s motives might be pure, he remains unmoved in his commitment to defend ecclesiastical integrity. He is not concerned with how his actions might be judged, as long as he acts within his own understanding of charity and duty. Despite feeling the urge to share legal reassurances with Mr.…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter X – Dawn O’Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed begins not in sorrow but in excitement, as Dawn joins Frau Nirlanger in a spirited mission to revamp the latter’s wardrobe. Their outing feels lighthearted at first—a simple quest for a dress becomes a step toward emotional renewal for Frau Nirlanger. She pours her remaining Vienna savings into elegant pieces, intent on surprising her husband with a stylish transformation. Dawn, watching her friend move from hesitant to hopeful, notes how…
    • The Woman Who Tried to Be Good [1913] Cover
      by LovelyMay The Woman Who Tried to Be Good begins with the quiet shock of a town unprepared to witness a woman like Blanche Devine change her life. Her past had been whispered about for years—her name a permanent feature in hushed conversations and sidelong glances. But Blanche, with a will sharpened by solitude and a longing for something gentler, made a bold choice: to become respectable. She sold the house with its closed shutters and secrets, then bought a little white cottage near the edge of town. What…
    • CHAPTER XVII -Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XVII – Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed captures a moment of fragile triumph, where creation and fear sit side by side. Dawn has just sent off her manuscript after nearly a year of effort—long nights filled with typewriter keys clacking, much to the annoyance of her neighbors. The completion should have brought relief, yet she finds herself second-guessing every word, unsure whether it reflects her best or merely her exhaustion. This uncertainty clings to her, especially in the quiet hours…
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