333 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • TWO YEARS AND EIGHT MONTHS AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson Hawthorne is consumed by guilt and grief as he sits in the tree house, reflecting on Emily's death. He recalls his childhood obsession with perfection, symbolized by his meticulously crafted haikus, which now feel meaningless. The weight of his failure overwhelms him, as he blames himself for taking Emily to the cliffs where she died. His emotional numbness is palpable, as he repeats the word "dead" aloud, yet feels nothing—a stark contrast to the pain he believes he deserves. Below the tree…
    • TWELVE AND A HALF YEARS AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Grayson and Jameson Hawthorne, two brothers who thrive on bending rules, preparing to outsmart their family's Christmas morning tradition. The rule states no one may leave their rooms before seven, but the brothers cleverly set the clocks forward to 6:25, ensuring an early start. Their competitive spirit ignites as they race through Hawthorne House, only to discover their five-year-old brother, Xander, has already arrived by creatively rolling instead of stepping. The scene captures…
    • The Mysterious Affair at Styles Cover
      by LovelyMay The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie is a classic detective novel that introduces Hercule Poirot, a brilliant Belgian detective, as he investigates the murder of a wealthy woman in a secluded English manor. With its intricate plot, clever twists, and engaging characters, this debut mystery sets the stage for Christie's legendary career in crime fiction.
    • The Man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay The Man Between by P.G. Wodehouse is a humorous novel set in a small English village, where a charming but scheming man, known only as the "man between," manipulates events and relationships, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
    • The Brothers Hawthorne Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Four broth­ers. Two mis­sions. One explo­sive read. Grayson Hawthorne was raised as the heir to his bil­lion­aire grandfather’s for­tune, taught from a young age to put fam­i­ly and lega­cy above all. When Grayson is pulled into a twist­ed game with his half-sis­ters and the woman he once loved, he’ll stop at noth­ing to win — even if it means ques­tion­ing every­thing he thought he…
      Mystery • Romance Novel • Thriller • Young Adult
    • SIX YEARS, ELEVEN MONTHS, AND ONE WEEK AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a solemn warning about the intense and singular nature of a Hawthorne man's love, described as all-consuming and eternal. Tobias Hawthorne reflects on his own undying love for his late wife, emphasizing that such love leaves no room for another. This sentiment is framed as both a promise and a caution, suggesting that this depth of devotion is both a blessing and a potential source of destruction. The tone is grave, underscoring the weight of emotional commitment within the Hawthorne…
      Mystery • Romance Novel • Thriller • Young Adult
    • SIX YEARS, ELEVEN MONTHS AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a vivid depiction of the Hawthorne family's extravagant Fourth of July carnival, complete with rides and games. Jameson, hidden in the tree house, observes his older brother Grayson and Emily Laughlin, a close family friend, as they sneak away from the festivities. Emily, who has a heart condition, defies her mother's restrictions to join the Hawthorne brothers. The tension between the three is palpable, especially when Emily boldly declares her intention to kiss Grayson, teasing him…
    • NINE YEARS AND THREE MONTHS AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Jameson Hawthorne standing at the base of a tree house, frustrated by his broken arm and the presence of his grandfather, Tobias Hawthorne, instead of his brothers. Tobias's pointed questions immediately set a tense tone, as he challenges Jameson's intelligence and decision-making. The distant sound of Grayson's violin playing underscores the theme of perfection, a recurring pressure in the Hawthorne family. Jameson's defensive admission about his motorbike crash hints at his…
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      EPILOGUE: EVE

      EPILOGUE: EVE Cover
      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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