422 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • Plain Truth: A Novel Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Plain Truth (2000) by ​Jodi Picoult​ is a ​legal dra­ma​ inter­twined with ​cul­tur­al con­flict and moral dilem­mas. The sto­ry begins when ​18-year-old Katie Fish­er, a mem­ber of an Amish com­mu­ni­ty, is accused of mur­der­ing her new­born baby—a crime she claims she didn’t com­mit because she nev­er knew she was preg­nant. ​Ellie Hath­away, a high-pro­file defense attor­ney from Philadel­phia, reluc­tant­ly takes Katie’s case and moves into…
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    • ONE YEAR LATER… Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Avery Grambs, a 19-year-old heiress and philanthropist, being interviewed about her extraordinary life. She reflects on her unique position with humility, acknowledging her luck while emphasizing that her wealth still feels surreal. The interview takes place in the Nook, a personalized space in Hawthorne House that symbolizes her journey. Avery shares how her global adventures with Jameson Hawthorne have shaped her worldview, and her tone remains candid as she discusses the balance…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a vivid nightmare of a woman dreaming about her sister Hannah trapped beneath ice, which abruptly transitions to her waking in July to the onset of labor. Disoriented and in pain, she stumbles barefoot into the night, seeking refuge in the barn. Amidst the watchful eyes of the cows, she gives birth alone, severing the umbilical cord with rusty scissors and using baling twine to stem the bleeding. The newborn’s cries prompt her to cradle it, though she resists nursing, praying for…
    • Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Olivia’s account in The Bridesmaid begins with the relentless discomfort of residing beneath Jules and Will’s bedroom, where every intimate detail of their life filters through the poorly soundproofed ceiling. Each muffled laugh and whispered word feels invasive, amplifying Olivia’s sense of being an outsider in a world she doesn’t belong to. Seeking escape, she considers wandering the island at night, an idea tempting yet tinged with danger given the island’s rugged terrain and haunting…
    • Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The weight of the evening settles heavily on the bridesmaid Olivia’s shoulders as she drifts further from the wedding’s revelry, drawn to the quiet solitude the island offers. The distant laughter and clinking of glasses fade behind her, swallowed by the wind as she moves through the darkened landscape. She has spent much of the night on the outskirts, lingering at the edges of conversations, forcing polite smiles, pretending to enjoy the moment while feeling entirely detached. The wedding is supposed…
    • Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Olivia, the bridesmaid, stands among the wedding guests, yet she feels like a stranger in her own skin, detached from the joyous atmosphere that surrounds her. The air is crisp, sending chills through her thin dress, but the cold does not bother her as much as the weight of her emotions. She clenches the bouquet in her hands, the sharp thorns digging into her skin, a sting she barely registers as she discreetly licks away the blood, unwilling to let anyone see the cracks forming beneath her composed…
    • 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…
    • Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Olivia stands at a crossroads, her heart burdened with the impossible decision of whether to confess the truth about her secret relationship with Will and risk shattering Jules’s wedding day. Encouraged by a friend’s belief that honesty brings peace, she initially steels herself for the confrontation, believing that revealing the affair is the only way to truly protect her sister. However, Will, ever the master manipulator, quickly dismantles her resolve, painting himself as the victim of circumstance…
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      Olivia 9

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Olivia’s tense courtroom testimony, which fails to convincingly support her son Asher’s innocence. Her lawyer, Jordan, is furious, accusing her of undermining the defense by revealing unnecessary details about her past relationship with Braden. Olivia admits to withholding information, but Jordan’s anger escalates as he blames her for damaging the case. The situation worsens when Asher, visibly distressed, interrupts to demand he be allowed to testify, believing the jury needs…
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      Olivia 8

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the introduction of Dr. Monica Powers, a confident and accomplished gender confirmation surgeon, who takes the witness stand in a courtroom. Her striking presence and expertise immediately command attention, challenging preconceived notions about transgender individuals. Dr. Powers explains her work, including her pro bono efforts to reverse genital mutilation, and reveals her identity as a trans woman. The jury’s reactions range from curiosity to surprise, highlighting the…
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