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    • Chapter 27: The Essence of Poetry Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On May 19, 2021, Chapter 27 unfolds as Marie, Barbara, and Olivia gather in the comfort of Olivia’s living room, their conversation flowing over the soothing familiarity of shared beverages. While Marie and Barbara enjoy their coffee, Olivia, grappling with heartbeat arrhythmia, opts for caffeine-free Red Zinger iced tea. The atmosphere is relaxed yet charged with significance as Olivia, a seasoned mentor and accomplished poet, delves into the gradual process of the Penley Prize announcement. She…
    • The day before: Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chapter of The day before: OLIVIA: The Bridesmaid, In the cave the sea has come in, so it’s practically lapping at our feet, the water black as ink. It makes the space feel smaller, more claustrophobic. Hannah and I have to sit nearer to each other than we did before, our knees touching, a candle we nicked from the drawing room perched on the rock in front of us in its glass lantern. Now I understand why it’s called the Whispering Cave. The high water has changed the acoustics in here so that…
    • Earlier that day: Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Earlier in the day, The Bridesmaid, Olivia, moves through the wedding marquee with a singular focus—to drink enough to dull the relentless emotions that refuse to leave her alone. As The Bridesmaid, she is expected to share in the joy of the celebration, to stand by her sister Jules and smile for the photographs, but the weight of her own turmoil is too great to mask completely. She skirts the edges of the party, avoiding conversations and instead collecting half-finished drinks from abandoned tables,…
    • CHAPTER II -A Strange Disappearance Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II of "A Strange Disappearance" delves into the investigation initiated by the narrator, a law enforcement officer, into the mysterious vanishing of an employee from a wealthy, historic New York residence. Led by Mrs. Daniels, the caretaker, the officer scrutinizes the alleged seamstress's room, unveiling inconsistencies with her supposed status and signs of a hasty departure or possible abduction through a window overlooking a recently constructed extension. The investigation unravels in a room…
    • Chapter 1: Holly in Captivity Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On a crisp October evening in 2012, Chapter 1 unfolds in a deteriorating lakeside city, where the suburb of Sugar Heights stands out as a haven of suburban charm. Among its notable features is Ridge Road, a stretch that links the esteemed Bell College of Arts and Sciences to the sprawling Deerfield Park. While the park is beautifully maintained with its scenic ponds, lively playgrounds, and tight-knit community gatherings, it lacks a public swimming pool—a budgetary oversight that subtly highlights the…
    • Chapter 38: Holly Gibney’s Disappearance and Penny’s Growing Fear Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Penny Dahl glances at the time on her phone—10:15 PM—and redials the number, her fingers tightening around the device as unease creeps in. Chapter 38 of her night unfolds with growing tension. Voicemail. Again. She inhales sharply and leaves another message, her voice now edged with impatience and concern. “It’s Penny Dahl again. Where are you? Call me as soon as you get this. It’s important.” The night is growing darker, quieter, and the dwindling fireflies seem to mirror the diminishing hope…
    • Johnno: The Best Man Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin As The Best Man prepares for Will's wedding, he can't help but reflect on the evolution of their friendship. Though Will’s newfound fame in the television world has subtly shifted the dynamic between them, Johnno is resolute in his decision to be there for his friend. Their bond, solidified years ago during their time at Trevellyan’s school, is something Johnno values deeply. Despite feeling somewhat estranged due to Will’s rise in the public eye, he remains committed to fulfilling his role as best…
    • Now: The wedding night Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chilling chapter titled The Wedding Night, the once-joyful atmosphere of a celebratory gathering has been consumed by the weight of a terrible tragedy. What should have been an evening filled with joy and love has turned into a haunting tableau of death and disbelief. A group of people stands frozen in shock around a lifeless body, the grim reality of the situation setting in with each passing moment. Femi, a skilled surgeon accustomed to life-and-death decisions, bends over the body with a…
    • CHAPTER VI. THE INQUEST Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter VI of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," titled "The Inquest," Hercule Poirot intensifies his investigation ahead of the inquest. The narrator, feeling left out of Poirot's plans, attempts to follow him and ends up learning that Alfred Inglethorp has been secretly visiting a farm, stirring suspicions. During the inquest held at the Stylites Arms, various testimonies paint a complicated picture of the days leading up to Mrs. Inglethorp's death. Key points include the confirmation of strychnine…
    • CHAPTER XIV -A Strange Disappearance Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XIV titled "Mrs. Daniels" of "A Strange Disappearance," the narrative delves into a moment of intense revelation and emotional turmoil surrounding the disappearance of Mr. Blake's wife. Mrs. Daniels, a tremulous and agitated housekeeper, is confronted by Mr. Blake and the detective, Mr. Gryce, demanding information about a young woman she harbored secretly in their house. Under the pressure of their insistence, Mrs. Daniels reveals that the woman was, in fact, Mr. Blake's wife, who had taken…
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