333 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The wedding reception unfolds in a dazzling blur of lights, laughter, and champagne flutes raised in celebration, yet for Hannah, a persistent unease shadows the joyous atmosphere. The Plus-One dynamic adds an unexpected weight to the evening—Will's speech, while polished and charming, carries an undertone she can’t quite place, as if each carefully crafted word hides a deeper, unspoken truth. As she watches him speak, commanding the room with ease, Hannah feels disconnected, her thoughts straying to…
    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Plus-One moves through the wedding reception, absorbing the chaotic mix of celebration and hidden tensions that simmer beneath the surface. The ushers, led by Peter Ramsay, make an entrance so boisterous that it teeters on disaster, their antics veering between comedy and calamity as they tumble into a heap of laughter and spilled drinks. The lively atmosphere of the evening is infectious, but Hannah senses an undercurrent of discomfort beneath the revelry, an awareness that not all joy is untainted.…
    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Hannah moves through the dance tent, the air thick with heat and energy as the wedding guests lose themselves in the chaotic joy of the celebration. The live band fills the space with a lively rhythm, and the dance floor sways under the weight of feet stomping in mismatched unison. Everywhere she looks, she sees flushed faces, arms flung in exuberant gestures, bodies moving in a feverish attempt to capture the spirit of an Irish jig. The atmosphere is intoxicating, a blend of laughter, music, and the…
    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chapter The Plus-One, the protagonist, Hannah, is confronted with a deep internal struggle that leaves her emotions torn between attraction and rage. Her growing feelings for Will are clouded by the unsettling realization that he may be tied to a tragic event involving her sister, Alice. As Hannah reflects on the events that have led her to this painful conclusion, she recalls a conversation with Jethro and Luis, which planted the seed of suspicion about Will’s involvement in Alice’s untimely…
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      EPILOGUE: EVE

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Eve grappling with the death of Vincent Blake, her adoptive father, who succumbs to a second heart attack. Numb and isolated, she retreats to the Blake mansion, where she watches an interview featuring Avery Grambs, the young Hawthorne heiress. Avery’s public persona as a philanthropist and world changer contrasts sharply with Eve’s own sense of abandonment and bitterness. The interview highlights Avery’s decision to give away most of her fortune, a move Eve dismisses as…
      Mystery • Romance Novel • Thriller • Young Adult
    • ELEVEN YEARS AND TEN MONTHS AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Grayson and Jameson Hawthorne in their tree house, showcasing their contrasting personalities—Grayson’s disciplined nature and Jameson’s reckless daring. Their playful banter reveals a unique dynamic: though Jameson is technically younger, their birthdays are just a day apart, making them the same age for one day each year. The conversation shifts to their impending birthdays, which involve a ritual set by their grandfather: investing money, cultivating a skill, and completing…
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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…
    • 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.…
    • Earlier: Will: The Groom Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The storm was relentless, the wind howling through the night and tearing across the island like a wild animal. Will, referred to by all as "The Groom," made his way cautiously through the power outage, his frustration masked behind a carefully controlled facade. He held up his phone’s torch, its narrow beam barely cutting through the dense darkness, and squinted as he noticed Aoife standing a few paces away, her silhouette illuminated by brief flashes of lightning. She motioned for him to follow, her…
    • Earlier that day: Olivia: The Bridesmaid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Earlier that day, Olivia’s experience as a bridesmaid fills her with a growing sense of dread and discomfort. She wakes up with an oppressive headache, both a literal pain and a figurative reminder of the emotional burden she feels heading into the wedding. The thought of wearing the bridesmaid dress triggers a wave of reluctance—she dreads the very idea of embodying this role. As she struggles to get ready, a small cut on her hand causes a bloodstain to appear on the dress, an incident that triggers…
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