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    • Chapter 35: The Depths of Desperation Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 35 unfolds with Rodney Harris moving methodically through the kitchen, his hands steady as he prepares dinner, though his mind is preoccupied with far darker concerns. His wife, Emily, writhes in pain upstairs, her severe sciatic condition rendering her almost immobile, but her focus remains on something other than her suffering. Meanwhile, in the basement below, Bonnie Dahl, their captive, receives a cold bottle of Diet Pepsi—an ordinary gesture masking an insidious intent, as Rodney has laced…
    • Now: The wedding night Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On the wedding night, with the wind howling around them, Duncan, Femi, and Angus find themselves outside, torches in hand, searching the darkness for something unknown but undeniably unsettling. The mention of a body by a waitress has set the stage for their uneasy mission, turning the already grim atmosphere into a breeding ground for suspicion and fear. Every strange noise and irregularity in the terrain now feels like a potential discovery, heightening their anxiety as they move through the night.…
    • Earlier: Will: The Groom Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter WILL: The Groom, Jules and I walk back to the marquee together. I leave Olivia to make her own way. For one crazy moment there, realizing how near we were to the cliff edge, I was tempted. It wouldn’t have come as that much of a surprise. She tried to drown herself earlier, after all – or that’s certainly how it looked, before I saved her. And with this wind – it’s really blowing a gale now – there would have been so much confusion. But that’s not me. I’m not a killer.…
    • CHAPTER III. THE NIGHT OF THE TRAGEDY Cover
      by LovelyMay In the dead of night, Lawrence Cavendish awakens the narrator with dire news of his mother, Mrs. Inglethorp, suffering a severe fit. Despite her room being locked from the inside, urgency propels the household into action, trying to access her locked chamber through various routes, all in vain, until a door is forcibly opened. The household discovers Mrs. Inglethorp in agony, writhing from convulsions which subside momentarily only to violently resurge, leaving everyone helpless and distraught. Amidst…
    • CHAPTER X -A Strange Disappearance Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter X titled "The Secret of Mr. Blake's Studio" from "A Strange Disappearance," we observe a suspense-filled interaction between Mr. Blake, a dignified and politically eminent individual, and Mr. Gryce, a composed and astute detective, alongside the narrator, whose identity and role are discreet yet observant. Mr. Gryce and his companion are courteously made to wait in a lavish room as Mr. Blake concludes his dinner with esteemed guests, honoring a notable statesman. The serving of wine to Mr. Gryce…
    • Chapter 12: The Missing Persons Investigation Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12 unfolds on a blistering afternoon in a neighborhood where the streets bear the names of trees yet lack any real foliage. Jerome finds himself on Sycamore Street, standing outside Vera Steinman’s modest home. The air is thick with heat, and the hum of an overworked air conditioner struggles against the oppressive warmth, its efforts as futile as Vera’s fading hopes. She greets Jerome with weary eyes, her posture stiff with the tension of someone who has spent years bracing for bad news but…
    • Jules: The Bride Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Bride, Jules, stands before the mirror in her pristine wedding gown, the embodiment of elegance and meticulous planning. The Folly, a fifteenth-century structure nestled on a secluded island, serves as the perfect backdrop for the grandeur and exclusivity she envisioned for this moment. As she admires her reflection, the weight of perfection settles upon her—every detail of the wedding has been curated to exude sophistication and control. Yet, despite the seamless execution of her plans, an unwelcome…
    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Plus-One dynamic is undeniable as Hannah feels an unexplainable pull towards Olivia, driven by an instinct she can’t ignore despite being advised to steer clear. The lively chatter and laughter from the marquee fade into the background as she ventures towards the secluded Folly, a place shrouded in solitude. There, she discovers Olivia, her once composed demeanor giving way to vulnerability, as she sits lost in thought, seemingly carrying a weight too heavy to bear. Without hesitation, Hannah…
    • The Man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay The Man Between by P.G. Wodehouse is a humorous novel set in a small English village, where a charming but scheming man, known only as the “man between,” manipulates events and relationships, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
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      3. Chase

      3. Chase Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chase, 1969, opens with an unsettling atmosphere, setting the tone for a chapter that blends youthful curiosity with the harsh reality of an untimely death. Two young boys, Benji Mason and Steve Long, begin their day full of excitement as they venture up the fire tower, an activity that fills them with energy and adventure. However, their journey takes a horrifying turn when they spot something out of place—what they initially assume is just a figure in the distance, turns out to be the body of Chase…
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