419 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • CHAPTER 66: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson carefully observes the room's ornate ceiling, noting its intricate blue and gold design featuring an elaborate X with diamond-shaped squares on either side. Within these diamonds are shields containing symbols like Greek letters, a flower, a lion, and a sword. He recalls key phrases from Rohan, but nothing clicks until he shifts his focus from the details to the broader pattern—the X itself. This realization sparks a connection to Rohan's earlier hint about "the mark," suggesting the X might…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson initiates the rebuilding of a tree house with his brothers, using the opportunity to share fragments of his recent adventures—meeting his father, winning a castle, and saving a duchess. He selectively reveals details about the Game, focusing on its riddles and challenges, including the silver ballerina puzzle. His brothers eventually solve it, prompting Grayson to pose his own cryptic riddle about the nature of a bet, which Jameson obsessively analyzes. The chapter hints at deeper family secrets…
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      CHAPTER 76

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist facing Alisa Ortega's furious reaction after an undisclosed action involving a vault. Alisa accuses them of recklessly involving the police without consulting her, but the protagonist defends their decision, clarifying they didn't target Blake directly. Oren, the head of security, warns that local police and DPS agents are arriving, escalating the tension. The protagonist asserts their authority, hinting at their impending control over Tobias Hawthorne's fortune and…
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      Olivia 11

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Olivia 11" from *Mad Honey* explores Asher's struggle to reintegrate into life after being acquitted in a murder trial. Despite his legal innocence, he faces social stigma, with people treating him as a curiosity or even a pariah. His attempt to reconnect with his hockey teammates ends in a fight after being called a derogatory term, highlighting the alienation he feels. Even his friendship with Dirk becomes strained, as their conversations reveal how far apart their lives have grown. Asher…
    • Chapter 31: Jenna Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Jenna returning home after an unexplained absence, greeted by her grandmother's mix of relief and anger. Her grandmother's frantic worry is evident as she recounts calling neighbors, the school, and even Jenna's nonexistent friends, amplifying Jenna's humiliation. The tension escalates when Jenna sarcastically asks if her grandmother called the police, triggering a near-physical confrontation. Ordered to her room, Jenna retreats to the bathroom, where she submerges herself in the…
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      NINETEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with prosecutor George Callahan anxiously awaiting the jury's verdict in the trial of an Amish defendant. Stressed and physically affected by the case, he discusses with Lizzie Munro the challenges of convicting an Amish person, as the community views them as inherently virtuous. The jury's request for psychiatric transcripts suggests they are grappling with the defendant's state of mind, hinting at a possible belief in her guilt. Meanwhile, Ellie Hathaway, the defense attorney, is…
    • CHAPTER XII — THE LAST LINK Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XII begins with a sense of rising anticipation as Poirot returns to Styles accompanied by Japp and Summerhaye, ready to lay bare the tangled truths behind Mrs. Inglethorp’s murder. The presence of the detectives signals that a breakthrough has been reached, and Poirot wastes no time in summoning the household for the final explanation. Mary Cavendish allows the gathering to proceed, her calm demeanor revealing a silent confidence in Poirot’s ability to see justice through. Each member of the…
    • Chapter XX — The woman in the Alcove Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XX - The woman in the Alcove takes place in a hushed stretch of night where suspicion moves as quietly as the boat beneath Sweetwater’s feet. Cloaked in shadows and driven by urgency, Sweetwater and Mr. Grey depart in pursuit of Wellgood, a man wanted by the police and tangled in layers of mystery. Moonlight flickers across the water, offering just enough visibility to keep them locked on their silent quarry. Sweetwater, more than a valet yet less than a full partner, must balance his role…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin To Trap a Fox, set in 1969, unfolds with a significant development in the investigation into the murder of Chase Andrews. Joe enters the sheriff's office, carrying a crucial report that adds weight to the ongoing case against Miss Clark. Alongside Sheriff Ed, Joe examines the growing evidence, with one of the most significant findings being fibers from Miss Clark’s hat found on Chase’s jacket after his death, a post-mortem discovery that directly links her to the crime scene. This alone gives the…
    • Chapter 32: An Investigation of Secrets Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On July 27, 2021, in Chapter 32, Holly Gibney drives down Ridge Road, her mind filled with the tangled pieces of her ongoing investigation. She pulls into a two-hour parking zone, taking a deep breath before dialing the Harris household, intent on questioning Professor Harris about Cary Dressler. The name has surfaced in connection with a series of auto thefts, and after spotting Dressler in a team photo at Strike Em Out Lanes, Holly is determined to explore any potential connections. Professor Harris…
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