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CHAPTER I. I GO TO STYLES
In the opening chapter of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," the narrator, invalided from the Front and on sick leave, recounts his reconnection with John Cavendish, leading to an invitation to stay at Styles, John's mother, Mrs. Cavendish's estate in Essex. John reveals his mother has remarried a much younger man, Alfred Inglethorp, stirring family tensions and suspicion. The estate, Styles Court, holds significance as it was left to Mrs. Cavendish for her lifetime by her late husband, causing issues of…-
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CHAPTER I -The man Between
In the first chapter of "The Man Between," we're introduced to Ethel Rawdon, a nineteen-year-old girl living in New York City in January 1900. On a Saturday night, after returning from an uneventful party, Ethel reflects on the simplicity and beauty of her life so far. She converses with herself, undressing at a leisurely pace, enjoying her solitude, and then noticing two letters, one of which urgently summons her to her friend Dora Denning. Despite her initial reluctance due to it being Sunday—a day…-
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In the opening chapter of "A Strange Disappearance," titled "A Novel Case," we are introduced to an engaging narrative centered around the sudden and mysterious disappearance of a young girl. The narrator of the story, a rising young detective known as Q, recounts his experience with a notable case that had piqued his interest due to its unique aspects, making it especially captivating compared to other sudden disappearances he had encountered, including a reference to a case involving someone named…-
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On July 23, 2021, Chapter 8 of Holly Gibney’s investigation unfolds as she dives into a new case, working alongside Jerome to uncover details surrounding the disappearance of Peter Steinman, a boy affectionately (or not) called "Stinky" by his circle of friends. The group, including Tommy Edison and Richie Glenman, presents a mix of conflicting theories—some rooted in reality, while others are fueled by urban myths and childhood anxieties. While a few boys believe Peter may have simply escaped to…-
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On an unusually warm November evening, Chapter 7 begins with Peter "Stinky" Steinman riding his skateboard toward Dairy Whip, his mind fixated on the thought of a juicy burger. The mist clings to the streets, casting a hazy glow beneath the flickering streetlights, muffling the usual city sounds. He barely notices the darkened silhouette of an old van parked near a shuttered gas station, his focus instead set on reaching his favorite hangout before his stomach forces him home. The nickname "Stinky" had…
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Chapter 6 marks the beginning of Holly Gibney’s investigation into the disappearance of Bonnie Rae Dahl, where she immerses herself in methodical rituals that reflect her disciplined nature. She meticulously cleans her office, a habit ingrained by both professional diligence and personal grief over her mother’s passing due to COVID-19. This routine serves as a grounding mechanism, reinforcing the idea that order and structure provide her with control in a world filled with unpredictability. After…
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Chapter 5: Ellen’s Resistance
Chapter 5 reveals an unprecedented challenge for Em in the dimly lit basement of the Harris household: a captive who refuses nourishment for three days. Ellen Craslow, despite her deteriorating physical state, steadfastly declines the food and water offered to her, a refusal that leaves Em frustrated and perplexed. Unlike previous captives, such as Cary Dressler and Castro, who complied more readily, Ellen’s resistance is something Em has never encountered before, testing the limits of her control and…-
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Holly Gibney sits on her balcony, basking in the warmth of an August morning while grappling with the weight of recent changes in her life. Chapter 42 finds her at a crossroads, with Finders Keepers temporarily closed, leaving the future of her investigative work in limbo. For the first time in years, she faces the prospect of a life without the relentless pursuit of justice. Pete, her unwavering colleague, has been considering retirement, and with her newfound financial security following an unexpected…
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On the evening of August 4, 2021, Chapter 41 of Holly Gibney’s life takes an unexpected turn when her quiet routine is disrupted by an unannounced visit from Isabelle Jaynes, who arrives alongside FBI agents Herbert Beale and Curtis Rogan. Their presence underscores the weight of a case that has captured nationwide attention, a disturbing narrative further exposed through the discovery of Emily Harris’s chilling diaries. These journals, dating back to October 2012—before the gruesome murder of Jorge…
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On July 30, 2021, Chapter 40 unfolds as Holly Gibney is summoned to a meeting at Kiner Memorial Hospital, where she is escorted into a conference room occupied by FBI Agent Herbert Beale, District Attorney Albert Tantle, and several other law enforcement officials. The discussion centers on the gruesome cannibalistic crimes that have dominated national headlines, with Holly playing a key role in the case after barely escaping captivity. Seated in a wheelchair per hospital protocol, she is still recovering…
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