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      by LovelyMay Books and Bookmen is a delightful collection of essays by Andrew Lang, originally published in the late 19th century. This work captures Lang's reflections on books, libraries, and the people who cherish them. He covers a range of topics, from rare book collecting and literary anecdotes to the joys of reading and the quirks of bibliophiles. Known for his wit and erudition, Lang offers insights into the world of books with humor, reverence, and a touch of irony. This work remains a charming read for anyone passionate about literature, book history, and the culture surrounding books.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 begins with a gray sky stretched low over the city, rain misting the windshield as I drive toward the gates of Thornfield Estates. It’s a routine trip now—leave behind the cracked sidewalks and water-stained ceilings of Center Point, and step into a neighborhood where even the air feels cleaner. The rain pelts harder as I pull into the Reeds’ circular drive, the kind of place designed more for show than for need. Mrs. Reed greets me at the door, hair immaculately curled, lips painted to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 2 begins with a jolt—one that leaves me startled on the wet pavement, Bear’s leash tugging insistently in my hand as the sharp scent of rain and engine oil fills the air. The sleek car, now creased and steaming near the curb, looms in my peripheral vision. Chapter 2 forces me to meet the eyes of the man who caused it all—Alex, as he later introduces himself—removing his sunglasses to reveal a concerned expression that seems surprisingly sincere, especially given the circumstances. He kneels…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin **Kel­ly Link’s debut nov­el, The Book of Love, is a genre-defy­ing blend of fan­ta­sy, com­ing-of-age nar­ra­tive, and explo­ration of love in its many forms. Set in the pecu­liar sea­side town of Lovesend, Mass­a­chu­setts, the sto­ry fol­lows three teenagers—Laura, Daniel, and Mo—who return from the dead under mys­te­ri­ous cir­cum­stances. Guid­ed by their enig­mat­ic music teacher, Mr. Anabin, and a super­nat­ur­al enti­ty named Bogomil, they must…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 opens with the protagonist, Frank, receiving an unexpected call from an UNKNOWN CALLER, a type of call that usually signals a scam or a marketing pitch. Frank’s first reaction is to ignore it, as these types of calls are frequent and always seem to waste his time. However, for reasons he cannot fully explain, he decides to answer this one. To his surprise, it’s his daughter, Maggie, the voice he has missed and yearned to hear for years. The shock of hearing from her causes a surge of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 2 opens with the protagonist, filled with a sense of anticipation, finally finding a way to reconnect with his daughter, Maggie, after a prolonged period of silence. He eagerly dials her number, only to be met with repeated busy signals, which indicate that she is trying to call him back. This moment of hope and frustration fills the protagonist with anxiety as he waits in Maggie’s childhood bedroom, a place that holds countless memories of their time together as a family. The room is filled with…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 4 begins with the narrator, Frank, reflecting on the profound loss of his wife, Colleen, who tragically passed away from a brain aneurysm while working at Michaels. Colleen's sudden death left their ten-year-old daughter, Maggie, to grow up without the guidance and love of her mother. The emotional weight of this event was immense for Frank, who found himself grappling with overwhelming feelings of guilt, often wishing that he could have taken Colleen's place. He believed that she would have been…
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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 3 begins with me, Frank Szatowski, reflecting on my life at the age of fifty-two. For most of my adult years, I’ve worked as a package car driver for UPS, a job that has kept me on the road delivering packages all across neighborhoods. These large brown trucks are a constant presence in most areas, delivering everything from online shopping orders to other goods. After serving in the army, I started my career as a UPS driver, and recently, I received the honor of being inducted into the Circle of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 8 begins as the days leading up to the wedding seem to pass in a blur. Maggie and the Gardners were handling most of the wedding preparations, but I still found myself with plenty of tasks to manage. One afternoon, I rummaged through the attic, hoping to find something useful. It was there I stumbled upon my old tuxedo, the same one I had worn on my wedding day twenty-eight years ago. Although it no longer fit, I couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia as I sifted through the pockets. In one of…
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