422 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The journey to the island is anything but smooth, with the boat ride serving as a metaphor for the turbulence beneath Hannah and Charlie’s seemingly stable relationship. The Plus-One invitation had initially felt like an opportunity for them to reconnect, but now, with the wind biting at her skin and the water churning beneath them, Hannah can’t shake the nausea creeping up her throat—an unsettling mirror of her unease about the weekend ahead. She studies Charlie, whose excitement about the wedding…
    • Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "OLIVIA: The Bridesmaid" plunges readers into an emotionally charged wedding reception, where Olivia, overshadowed by the grandeur of her half-sister Jules' wedding, grapples with an inner turmoil she cannot escape. The opulence of the event only amplifies her discomfort, making her feel like an outsider despite being a bridesmaid. Dressed in a gown from the previous night, Olivia blends into the crowd physically but remains disconnected emotionally, haunted by tensions that simmer beneath the…
    • CHAPTER 3: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson, aboard a private jet at night, struggles with the oppressive quiet as Avery sleeps on his chest. The stillness triggers his restlessness, a trait he begrudgingly shares with his troubled mother, Skye. His mind drifts to unresolved events in Prague, a mystery that tempts him despite his efforts to suppress it. The chapter establishes Jameson's internal conflict: his craving for danger and puzzles clashes with his need to protect Avery from the truth, fearing the consequences of making his thoughts…
    • CHAPTER 33: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Jameson engaging in a game of whist with Branford, who plays with cold efficiency and dismissive attitude. Despite Jameson's quick learning, Branford's superior skill leads their team to lose, though Branford's partner, Zella, remains indifferent. Branford's abrupt shift from standing to sitting signals the arrival of Avery and a mysterious man at the top of a grand staircase, disrupting the room's dynamics. The man, referred to as the Proprietor, commands immediate respect, evident…
    • CHAPTER 64: GRAYSON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson and his sisters discover a mysterious wooden box hidden behind loose panels in a closet. The box, resembling a puzzle, has no visible hinges or openings, prompting curiosity about its contents. Grayson methodically examines it, identifying seams and testing individual wooden strips until he successfully removes one, revealing a hidden tool and a finger-sized hole. His sisters suggest brute-force methods, but Grayson insists on solving the puzzle properly, suspecting the box may have security…
    • CHAPTER 94: GRAYSON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson Hawthorne meticulously plans his confrontation with Kent Trowbridge, a man he views as a straightforward problem to solve. With the help of his brothers, Grayson gathers incriminating evidence against Trowbridge within two days. He chooses a racquetball court as the setting for their encounter, knowing Trowbridge plays there weekly with a federal judge—the same judge who signed an FBI warrant targeting Grayson’s sisters. Grayson’s calculated appearance in an expensive suit and watch is…
      Mystery • Romance Novel • Thriller • Young Adult
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      CHAPTER 73

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist and Jameson discovering a hidden chamber beneath the ground, part of an unfamiliar tunnel system. Despite their efforts, they find no body, only cryptic messages written by Toby on the walls, revealing his inner conflict about his identity and complicity in past events. The duo ignites a torch, which illuminates the messages, including the chilling phrase, "Try again, Father," suggesting a deeper mystery. Their exploration is interrupted by Mr. Laughlin, the…
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      Lily 9

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lily reflecting on the gendered nature of objects and concepts in the world, from hurricanes to musical instruments. She observes how societal norms unconsciously shape choices, even in third grade when children pick their instruments. At the Coös County Honors Orchestra rehearsal, she notes the stark gender divisions: brass and percussion dominated by boys, flutes and harps by girls, and strings split by pitch depth. Lily finds irony in how these patterns emerge from childhood…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Alice, the narrator, reflects on her fractured marriage and precarious family dynamics while sitting in the attic of the African barn. Her husband, Thomas, has returned after months away for mental health treatment, but their relationship remains strained. Though he appears stable and has resumed managing their elephant sanctuary, Alice harbors deep distrust, especially after past violent episodes. Their interactions are tense, limited to polite exchanges in front of their young daughter, Jenna, and heated…
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      SIXTEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ellie's unsettling dream about questioning Coop on the witness stand, where her subconscious fears manifest—revealing her personal anxieties about their relationship and Katie's case. The dream's imagery, including the dead infant, underscores the emotional weight of the trial. Ellie's discomfort with cross-examining Coop stems from their unresolved personal tensions and her pregnancy, which distorts her perception of their interactions. Their professional dynamic is further…
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