422 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • Chapter XXIII — The woman in the Alcove Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXIII - The woman in the Alcove casts its final shadows over two men bound by a single jewel and torn apart by ambition. The arrangement seemed simple enough—meet in Boston, exchange the diamond for a life spared, and part ways with unfinished accounts now settled. Grey, desperate to reclaim what was stolen, and Fairbrother, driven by schemes woven with pride and desperation, both entered the fog with different intentions. Fairbrother never meant to honor the pact. Armed and ready, he planned to…
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      47. The Expert

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Expert, in the 1970 courtroom, was Prosecutor Eric Chastain, who vigorously questioned Sheriff Jackson regarding the circumstances surrounding the discovery of Chase Andrews' body at the base of the fire tower. Chastain’s approach was to suggest foul play, pointing out the lack of footprints or any substantial evidence that could explain how Chase had ended up at the base of the tower. The absence of fingerprints or any other definitive clues near the scene was a crucial element in his argument, but…
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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 19: GRAYSON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson follows Gigi through her family's opulent home, meticulously noting details like the children's paintings displayed as art in the hallway. The twins' contrasting personalities become apparent as Gigi leads him to a mirrored basketball court where Savannah, her fraternal twin, is practicing shots in a silver skirt and heels. Savannah's precision and focus are striking, as is her disregard for Grayson's presence. The scene establishes Savannah's controlled, icy demeanor and hints at the siblings'…
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      EIGHT YEARS AGO

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Grayson Hawthorne confronting his grandfather, Tobias Hawthorne, after a competition involving a ring of ornate keys. Grayson had come in third place, behind his brother Jameson, and Tobias remarks on his performance without overt praise or criticism. The keys, each uniquely designed, were part of a challenge to unlock the front door of Hawthorne House. Grayson struggles with his grandfather's ambiguous feedback, particularly when Tobias suggests he might be growing comfortable with…
    • CHAPTER 80: GRAYSON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson Hawthorne, a character who typically avoids close relationships, finds himself in a tense confrontation when he discovers Mattias Slater—an associate of Eve—interacting with his younger sister, Gigi. The chapter opens with Grayson's immediate suspicion and protectiveness as he steps between Gigi and Slater, who claims to be a friend. Gigi, however, remains playful and unfazed, teasing Slater about his brooding demeanor. Grayson's hostility is palpable as he demands Slater step back,…
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      CHAPTER 58

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist furious at Jameson for locking her in an extravagant, gemstone-lined room under the guise of protection. Unable to reach her usual allies—Oren, Libby, Xander, or Rebecca—she vents to Max, who shares her frustration with colorful insults. As she examines her surroundings, she realizes the room is not a dungeon but an elaborate escape puzzle, with walls made of rotating obsidian and white agate bricks. Despite hours of attempts, she struggles to find the correct…
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      Lily 1

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lily reflecting on her strained relationship with her father, who had always wanted a son. Despite her attempts to connect with him, such as sharing trivia about a Rolling Stones song, he remains distant and dismissive. Lily’s mother, Ava, offers a contrasting source of support, calling her a "hero" as they embark on a move from Point Reyes to New Hampshire for a fresh start. Lily, however, remains skeptical, haunted by her past struggles, symbolized by the scars on her wrist, and…
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