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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 5 begins with Frank, Tammy, and Abigail leaving behind their mundane routines to embark on a journey toward Osprey Cove, where Margaret’s wedding awaits. As they drive through the dense woods, the road grows rough and unmarked, causing a ripple of doubt to settle in. Tammy, however, reassures Frank, drawing from her understanding of the wealthy and their tendency to keep things private and enigmatic. After what feels like an endless journey, they finally spot a gravel driveway adorned only with a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 4 opens with the close of summer, as Tammy suggests that my role in looking after Abigail is no longer necessary. Despite her insistence, I continue to help with various responsibilities, such as making sure Abigail attends her math club meetings, gets her vaccinations on schedule, and sees a dentist for her many cavities. The dentist, alarmed by the extent of her dental issues, referred us to an orthodontist who expressed astonishment at the condition of her teeth, saying, “She’s going to need…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Probably Doomed and Perplexingly Merry, the narrator finds themselves steering their small vessel along the misty Michigan coastline, accompanied by Sol, a young girl who is sleeping soundly in the forward bunk. As the narrator reflects on the weight and warmth of her small frame, there is a sense of unease, a deep responsibility weighing on them as they struggle to adjust to the new dynamic of caring for Sol. The journey is long, and though the sea offers a sense of calm, the narrator cannot shake the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 14: To Janie’s strange eyes, everything in the Everglades was big and new. Big Lake Okechobee, big beans, big cane, big weeds, big everything. Weeds that did well to grow waist high up the state were eight and often ten feet tall down there. Ground so rich that everything went wild. Volunteer cane just taking the place. Dirt roads so rich and black that a half mile of it would have fertilized a Kansas wheat field. Wild cane on either side of the road hiding the rest of the world. People wild…
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      by LovelyMay In "ON BOOKS ABOUT RED MEN," addressed to Richard Wilby, Esq., at Eton College, Windsor, the writer, presumably an uncle, shares his fascination with literature, particularly stories about "Red Indians," with his nephew, Dick. The uncle reminiscences about his childhood antics inspired by such tales, including his attempts at crafting a tomahawk and a pipe, reminiscent of Hiawatha's, albeit unsuccessfully. The uncle endorses "A Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner," a true account of…
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      by LovelyMay In the serene landscape two miles away from Obrutchanovo, amidst the transformative phase brought by the construction of a grand bridge, a poignant story unfolds centered around the New Villa. The village, perched high on the river-bank, offered a scenic view of the bridge's intricate framework, particularly mesmerizing in fog or when adorned with hoar frost, presenting a spectacle that hinted at both beauty and the ominous influence of change. Kutcherov, the robust engineer behind the bridge, becomes a…
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      by LovelyMay In this grim chapter, the desperation and bleakness of village life are brought to the fore through the experiences of a family and their small community during the Fast of the Assumption. As the somber evening descends upon their humble hut, Marya and Granny, burdened by their meager existence, go about their frugal routines, highlighting their poverty and the stifling constraints of their life. The children, Sasha and Motka, showcase a naïve yet dark perception of morality, as they find a morbid sense…
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      by LovelyMay Through the dense, entangled jungles of the equatorial night, a formidable creature moved silently, its path lit only by the occasional gleam of its eyes reflected by the moonlight. Ignoring its hunger, it ventured determinedly toward a native village, encircled by a palisade, where preparations for a grand feast stirred the air with excitement and anticipation. Inside one of the huts, Tarzan of the Apes lay bound, contemplating his imminent death and the fates of Jane and their son, left vulnerable by his…
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      by LovelyMay After Stanislaus Kostka passed away just weeks shy of his 18th birthday, his death catalyzed a surprising wave of reverence, transforming the relatively unknown youth into a figure of widespread veneration in Rome and eventually, across Poland. Despite not having performed any public roles or writings during his life, his sanctity was immediately recognized upon his death, drawing large crowds who treated him as a saint. The General of the Society of Jesus, Francis Borgia, notably ordered Stanislaus's body…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter II of "Dawn O'Hara, The Girl Who Laughed," we find Dawn recounting her recovery at her sister Norah’s and brother-in-law Max’s home after a period of illness and mental strain caused by her life and work in New York City. The tranquility and care she receives in this loving home environment are a stark contrast to her previous circumstances, emphasizing the healing power of family, rest, and a break from the stressful city life. Norah and Max’s unwavering support, manifesting through…
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