207 Results with the "Literary Fiction" genre


    • Chapter V — Winter on the Moors Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter V – Winter on the Moors settles into a time of stillness, but the quiet is not without tension. The landscape seems frozen, yet emotions stir beneath the surface like roots under snow. Archie, in speaking with Kirstie, touches on her complicated feelings about the family at Cauldstaneslap. She answers plainly, implying that love and loyalty are not decisions, but conditions of the heart—unchosen and unavoidable. When asked whether she would like to see the others more often, her response is…
    • The Little Wretch Cover
      by LovelyMay The Little Wretch begins with Mrs. Hilary Musgrave sternly condemning young Johnny Tompkins, labeling him with disdain for his past indiscretions. To her, Johnny represents wasted potential and a dangerous flirtation with crime, especially after he embezzled nearly a thousand pounds. The fact that he wasn’t prosecuted, thanks to Hilary Musgrave’s influence, unsettles her more than she lets on. Mr. Carter, however, adopts his usual inquisitive charm, prodding gently at Mrs. Musgrave’s harsh…
    • CHAPTER III ‑Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER III – Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed opens with the slow, sun-drenched comfort of summer wrapping itself around Dawn’s newly reawakening spirit. No longer confined by illness, she finds quiet joy in spending time outside, lounging in the backyard and watching life in its small, natural details—ants crossing her lap, wind rustling the trees, the gentle buzz of ordinary life. Where once she would have scoffed at idleness, now she embraces it, recognizing rest not as weakness but as…
    • Chapter 13-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 13–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Gilbert Markham enduring quiet scrutiny at home, where his mother gently confronts him about his increasingly withdrawn behavior. Concerned by his moodiness and curt responses, she attempts to coax him into conversation, only to be met with silence as Gilbert uses a book to shield himself from engagement. His brother Fergus adds to the discomfort, making light of the situation with teasing remarks that highlight the strained atmosphere. Although Gilbert…
    • Chapter 45-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 45–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall explores the narrator’s emotional awakening as he reflects on the consequences of Helen’s painful marriage and the toll it has taken on both of them. He experiences a deep conflict—relief at Mr. Huntingdon’s loss of power over Helen, yet sorrow over the pain she has endured. After immersing himself in her story, he spends a restless night, overwhelmed by sympathy, regret, and longing. By morning, his mind is made up. He feels compelled to speak with Helen,…
    • Stage One: Transition — Ruth 2 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ruth waking up in her own bed after being released from jail, savoring the mundane comforts of home—the familiar crack in the ceiling, the pullout couch’s discomfort, and the sounds of garbage trucks. She reflects on her gratitude for these ordinary moments as she prepares coffee and checks on her son, Edison, who is still asleep. Ruth reminisces about watching Edison sleep as a child, marveling at the miracle of his existence and the bond they share. This quiet morning contrasts…
    • Chapter V Dr Grantly Visits the Hospital Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter V opens with Dr. Grantly arriving at Hiram’s Hospital determined to confront the growing dissatisfaction among the bedesmen. He sees their petition for increased allowances not as a legitimate concern, but as a threat to ecclesiastical order. Though his confidence is unwavering, he underestimates the resolve of the elderly residents who, while respectful of Mr. Harding, are increasingly aware of the financial discrepancies. Dr. Grantly, in full clerical dignity, speaks to them with authority but…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter VII – Dawn O’Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed begins not with grand events but with the subtle realization of how personal truths are often edited for those we love. Dawn writes to her sister Norah with warmth and wit but skillfully leaves out the deeper parts of her emotional life, particularly anything regarding Dr. Von Gerhard. Instead, she paints a picture of Milwaukee through light-hearted anecdotes and playful critiques of its strong German influence. The charm of the city lies in its…
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      The Other Lady

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      by LovelyMay The Other Lady begins with Carter recounting a near escape from social obligation—a reception he nearly avoided—only to confess to Lady Mickleham that he has fallen in love. The setting is casual, yet every word in their exchange is meticulously crafted with wit and intention. Lady Mickleham, with her signature blend of skepticism and indulgent curiosity, listens as Carter describes the encounter not with restraint, but with the glowing exaggeration of a man happily swept away. He admits the woman is…
    • CHAPTER XIV ‑Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XIV – Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed begins in a week charged with unpredictability, as Dawn’s journalism assignments carry her from prison cells to posh drawing rooms. Her professional pace accelerates with every deadline, but a softer, more personal story is handed to her when she’s asked to interview Miss Alma Pflugel—an aging, unmarried woman facing eviction from her cherished home. The house, targeted for demolition to make way for a public library, is more than a dwelling; it is…
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