404 Results with the "Literary" genre


    • Chapter VII — The Witchand Other Stories Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VII begins with an unsettling quiet in Zhukovo, broken only by the slow, deliberate arrival of the police inspector. Known in the village simply as the master, he comes not with aid but to collect—over two thousand roubles in unpaid taxes owed by villagers already drowning in debt. His first stop is the tavern, not out of interest in the people but for a cup of tea, an act that adds to the sense of detachment he carries like armor. When he finally reaches the elder’s home, a crowd of anxious…
    • Chapter 9 — The beasts of Tarzan Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 9 – The Beasts of Tarzan unfolds with Jane Clayton held prisoner aboard the Kincaid, surrounded by dangers both visible and insidious. Isolated and without any knowledge of Tarzan’s fate, she endures the manipulative advances of the treacherous Nikolai Rokoff. His condescending claims that Tarzan is a brute and that she would be safer in his care are quickly dismissed by Jane, whose loyalty to her husband is firm. Her refusal enrages Rokoff, exposing the depth of his cruelty as he threatens her…
    • The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay The Cir­cus Boys Across the Con­ti­nent by Edgar B. P. Dar­ling­ton is an adven­tur­ous nov­el that fol­lows the jour­ney of two young men work­ing in a cir­cus as they trav­el across Amer­i­ca, fac­ing thrilling chal­lenges and uncov­er­ing excite­ment along the way.
    • Books and Bookmen Cover
      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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      2. Jodie

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jodie, Kya’s older brother, had always been her closest companion during the early years following their mother’s departure. As the family began to fragment under the weight of their father’s abusive tendencies, Kya found solace in the bond she shared with him, even amidst the growing tension in their home. They would often share quiet, fleeting moments of normalcy—simple breakfasts and leisurely walks through the marshlands—creating a semblance of family, a fragile cocoon that briefly shielded…
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      Chapter 3

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 3 introduces a major shift in the Conroy household when Andrea, nearly two years into her unpredictable presence, arrives unexpectedly with her daughters, Norma and Bright. This moment feels like an informal declaration that they, too, will now be part of the Dutch House, a realization that unsettles Danny and Maeve. While neither sibling was aware of their existence until that day, they soon suspect that their father had known about the girls all along, his casual indifference indicating that…
    • Chapter 1: Grief and Moving Forward Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 begins every night, as he found himself trapped in the echoes of their past, recalling the conversations they once had, the dreams they had meticulously woven together, and the life they had planned but would never live. Each plan had felt like a brick laid in the foundation of their future, carefully crafted with an unshakable certainty that they would grow old together, shaping a life that was uniquely theirs. But now, that foundation had crumbled, leaving behind nothing but fragments of what…
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    • Kellan Had Drawn His Face Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Kellan Had Drawn His Face, as the narrator awoke early to the sound of footsteps, hurried and purposeful, signaling the start of another grueling day aboard the ship. After being escorted up to the upper deck, the narrator was introduced to the paint crew, which gathered in a space that doubled as a commissary for the medical staff and other ship personnel. The crew, made up of five individuals, was informally led by Beezie, a tenacious woman who, despite her initial skepticism about newcomers, recognized…
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