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    • CHAPTER II — Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER II – Thuvia, Maid of Mars sets the stage high above the Martian ground, as a slender flier comes to rest atop the opulent palace of Helium’s nobility. The rooftop landing bustles with ritual, from the crisp salutes of warriors to the jeweled hands of noblewomen who aid their guest with respectful care. Vas Kor, arriving with calculated composure, steps from the craft to face the formal welcome of Kar Komak, the Jed of greater Helium, and is soon enveloped in the ceremonial routines that…
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      Chapter XV

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XV takes place in the heart of a secluded forest, which, as Addie soon realizes, is not far from the bustling energy of Central Park. Surrounded by towering trees, she grapples with a deep-seated fear of abandonment, especially by Luc, whose presence haunts her thoughts. However, as she turns toward the city’s skyline, she finds a strange comfort in the proximity of civilization, a reassurance that the world beyond her internal conflict is still within reach. Luc’s ethereal form appears soon…
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      51. Waning Moon

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Waning Moon, Chapter 51, invites readers into the emotional and complex world of Kya, where the courtroom becomes a symbolic arena that mirrors the natural world she knows so well. Set in 1970, the chapter artfully compares the behaviors and social dynamics of the courtroom with those observed in the wild, offering a fresh perspective on the legal proceedings unfolding before Kya. As she watches the trial, Kya draws parallels between the individuals present and the animals that inhabit the marshland she…
    • Chapter 2: Jude and Hope Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Encircled by the presence of those who care for him, he feels no lingering sorrow from the past. Chapter 2 unfolds with no weight of regret from investing time and energy into people who never deserved his kindness. As they walk, Malcolm hesitates mid-step, his expression etched with something unreadable, but he waves it off, urging them to keep moving. Their path leads them to Washington Square Park, where the late afternoon light drapes everything in gold, and the sound of children’s laughter echoes…
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      Chapter 7

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 7: The silence of the cottage is abruptly shattered by Abigail's terrified screams, reverberating through the house and unsettling everyone inside. Frank and Tammy rush to her room in a panic, only to find the young girl cowering in fear, her wide eyes fixed on something invisible in her surroundings. Her hysteria presents an immediate challenge for Frank, who feels his concern growing, especially given the upcoming wedding and the emotional strain it could impose on Abigail. The sudden outburst…
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      Chapter 6

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 6 opens with Frank Szatowski arriving at Beacon Tower, eager to visit his daughter, Maggie, with hopes for a warm reunion. Packing only an overnight bag, he expects a simple and pleasant stay, but he quickly realizes that his expectations may be misplaced. Upon entering the lobby, Frank is greeted warmly by Olivia, the receptionist, and proceeds to the penthouse where Maggie awaits, looking stunning in a new gown. However, as soon as Frank enters the room, he senses an underlying tension in the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Death Right Down to the Cheekbones, the chapter begins with Sol excitedly confiding in her companion that she has successfully stolen a large sum of money from Richard, who she humorously refers to as "King Richard." Though initially hesitant, Sol has taken the opportunity to pilfer Richard’s hidden funds, knowing precisely where to find his secrets stashed away. As she shares this with her companion, the weight of the situation begins to settle in, and the tension becomes palpable between them. They…
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      Chapter 17

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In "Chapter 17" of Their Eyes Were Watching God, the diner owned by Mrs. Turner in Belle Glade becomes the backdrop for a revealing exploration of the community's complexities. As various individuals gather to socialize, the dynamic between Janie and Tea Cake comes under closer scrutiny. What appeared to be a joyful and playful relationship between the two is exposed as layered with deeper issues. Tea Cake, overwhelmed by feelings of jealousy and insecurity, reacts by slapping Janie—not with the intent…
    • Chapter IV Hiram’s Bedesmen Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IV introduces a turning point as unrest brews quietly among the elderly residents of Hiram’s Hospital. Tension arises not from internal dissatisfaction, but from outside influences sowing doubt and ambition. Finney, a calculating attorney, persuades the men that they are entitled to a much larger share of the hospital’s funds than they currently receive. Though their lives have been peaceful, filled with security under Mr. Harding’s kind oversight, the allure of supposed justice unsettles…
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      The Pipe

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      by LovelyMay The Pipe opens with Meliton Shishkin stepping out of the woods, damp from the morning mist and weighed down by weariness, his loyal dog Damka trailing behind. The sky hangs low and grey, painting the landscape in dull tones that echo the heaviness in Meliton’s thoughts. As he walks, the faint sound of a pipe reaches his ears—a mournful, hollow melody played by an old shepherd watching over his flock. The shepherd’s music seems to echo more than just solitude; it carries a quiet lament for a world…
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