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    • Chapter XII Mr Bold’s Visit to Plumstead Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XII begins with Eleanor feeling a deep unease despite her recent visit to Mary Bold. Though outwardly composed, she can’t shake the thought that her judgment may have been clouded by affection and pride. The atmosphere around her remains tense, and each step she takes to resolve matters with grace only seems to highlight the deep rifts left by the lawsuit. Beneath her calm surface lies a sense of disappointment, not only in the Bold family but in the situation’s broader moral confusion. Eleanor…
    • Chapter X — The witch and other Stories Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X begins by immersing readers in the final hours of Gusev’s journey, where the ocean air hangs heavy and the motion of the ship is steady but unrelenting. His weakened body remains confined below deck, barely touched by the outside world, his mind flickering between lucidity and hallucination. Fever blurs his perception, yet in his thoughts, he returns home, seeing glimpses of familiar faces and the comforts of his former life. These mental images, however, are soon interrupted by aching bones…
    • 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…
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      by LovelyMay The Double Alibi takes shape in a remote glen, where the land lies mostly forgotten by travelers and the silence carries the weight of untold stories. In this untouched corner of Western Galloway, solitude is not just present—it is total. The narrator, drawn there not for trout or company but for peace to work on a manuscript, finds solace in the shepherd’s house. With modest comforts and meager fishing prospects, the setting suits a soul in search of distance from a chaotic world. Amid the quiet,…
    • CHAPTER XII ‑The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XII - The Circus Boys Across the Continent introduces a new layer to Teddy Tucker’s circus life as he stumbles into the unpredictable world of clowning. The decision stems from a mix of curiosity and encouragement, particularly from the Iron-Jawed Man, whose suggestion sparks Teddy’s interest in trying something new. Now two weeks into the tour, the circus is running smoothly, and Teddy, already excelling in the flying rings act with Phil Forrest, seeks to expand his talents further. He boldly…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VIII unfolds on a crisp September 7, 2013, in the heart of New York City, where Henry is suddenly thrust into a world of attention he never anticipated. Once an unnoticed figure in the crowd, Henry now finds himself the center of intrigue and attraction, with people drawn to him in ways that seem almost otherworldly. The experience is as exhilarating as it is unsettling, and as he moves through the city, he becomes increasingly aware of the power his presence holds over others. At first, Henry…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Boat Ashore brings Kya to a place of reflection and emotional growth as she navigates the intricacies of her relationship with Chase, all while wrestling with lingering feelings for Tate. As Kya becomes more immersed in the connection she shares with Chase, their time together consists of various outdoor activities—drifting through marshes and exploring the coastline. These adventures, while engaging and providing Kya with an opportunity to feel less isolated, only serve to highlight her internal…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 18 begins with the narrator and his family setting out for a visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, drawn by an exhibition showcasing the works of Camille Pissarro. The city, with its familiar streets and historic charm, evokes memories of the past, transporting the narrator into a reflective state as he arrives by train. The focus quickly shifts to the relationship between his sister, Maeve, and their mother, whose presence looms large despite years of estrangement. Maeve, who has long carried…
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      Chapter 5

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 5 introduces Frank Szatowski, a man who has spent most of his life in the small town of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, with only a brief interruption for his service in the U.S. Army. Now, Frank is on his way to Boston to visit his daughter, Maggie, who lives in a luxurious high-rise apartment with her fiancé, Aidan Gardner, a young man who seems to come from a wealthy background. As Frank drives toward Boston, he reflects on the simplicity and charm of his hometown, known for its outdoor activities…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1: The sunlight streamed through the window, and the protagonist slowly woke up, feeling the deep ache in his body from the previous night's events. His eyes squinted against the brightness, and as he tried to shake off the drowsiness, he noticed a spider resting on his pillow. He absentmindedly brushed it away but noticed another one lingering on the bedpost, which he chose to ignore, too exhausted to deal with it. His mind was clouded, and the hazy memories of the night before felt disconnected…
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