549 Results with the "Novel" genre


    • Part One:Chapter 19 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 19, Huck and Jim encounter two suspicious men—the Duke and the King—who interrogate them about their origins and Jim’s status as a potential runaway slave. Huck cleverly avoids revealing their true circumstances, withholding information about their money and Jim’s freedom. When pressed, Huck claims Jim is his slave, a statement that visibly pains him. The men remain skeptical, questioning why a boy and a slave are traveling alone on the river, forcing Huck to concoct an elaborate…
    • Part III: The Main House Chapter 4 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 4 of Part III: The Main House, Gilda informs Elise about the ambiguous response from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regarding their request tied to Sophie’s immigration status. The agency requires more evidence to prove Sophie’s dependency on Gilda, despite Sophie’s strong-willed independence. This bureaucratic demand forces Gilda and Elise to confront the difficult question of how a mother can formally demonstrate the necessity of her presence in her child's life.…
    • Chapter III — The Coming Race Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter III opens with the narrator cautiously descending deeper into an unfamiliar world, his every step guided more by curiosity than confidence. The road beneath his feet glows with steady lamplight, its smooth path reminiscent of high-altitude mountain trails, curving gracefully between jagged rock walls. As he walks, a breathtaking sight emerges: an immense structure rooted at the end of the pass, surrounded by an eerie yet captivating landscape. Below stretches a broad valley teeming with life, but…
    • Chapter XIII — Crome Yellow Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XIII begins with a sense of quiet fulfillment as Henry Wimbush shares the final pages of his magnum opus, the History of Crome. Composed with scholarly diligence, his work traces the estate’s evolution over centuries, capturing everything from architectural shifts to the arrival of new culinary implements like the three-pronged fork. His guests receive the news with a mixture of genuine admiration and polite detachment, aware that Wimbush’s passion surpasses their own interest. Still, the…
      Novel • Satire
    • Chapter XVI A Long Day in London Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVI opens not with confrontation, but with indulgent stillness as Mr. Harding finds himself seated in an unfamiliar luxury—the elegant lounge of a London club. When the waiter offers an array of exotic coffees, Mr. Harding, unsure and unaccustomed to such extravagance, leaves the decision to the attendant, content to settle for simplicity amid choices designed to impress. The surroundings are nothing short of opulent, with the rich textures of upholstery and the subdued lighting casting a gentle…
    • Chapter IX: How Lazaro Became a Baggage Carrier Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IX titled "How Lazaro Became a Baggage Carrier" begins with his arrival in Madrid, carrying little more than determination and a hopeful heart. Inspired by advice from a more seasoned rogue, he invests in a porter’s strap and sets out to earn a living through honest labor. His optimism is tangible as he stations himself in the plaza, expecting that the weight of others’ burdens will lift his own misfortune. His first client appears to be a refined young lady, carefully groomed and graceful in…
      Novel • Satire
    • Chapter XXIV — The Sands Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXIV opens with Agnes waking early, stirred by a quiet desire to visit the shoreline before her daily duties begin. The sea, although some distance from her modest home and school, represents more than just scenery—it offers her solitude, calm, and a break from routine. She moves silently through the still house, careful not to disturb her mother, and steps into the cool dawn with a sense of calm anticipation. The streets are nearly empty, and as she nears the sea, its presence seems to breathe…
      Fiction • Novel
    • Chapter 30-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 30–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Helen cautiously welcoming Arthur Huntingdon home after an extended absence. Though part of her hopes for a softer reunion, reality quickly sets in. Arthur returns not with affection or humility, but with his usual disregard for responsibility, indulging in excess and showing no concern for his health or marriage. Helen, steadfast in her commitment, tries to guide him with patience, gently encouraging moderation and care. But her efforts are met with…
    • Chapter 9 — A New Use for a Tea-Table Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 9 - A New Use for a Tea-Table continues the tense masquerade of Rudolf Rassendyll, who remains firmly entrenched in his dangerous role as the stand-in King of Ruritania. With every passing day, the weight of maintaining the illusion grows heavier, and yet he manages to keep suspicion at bay with the sheer boldness of his act. When Colonel Sapt informs him that the real King is being held under close watch in the Castle of Zenda, guarded by the formidable trio of Duke Michael’s loyal men, the…
    • Chapter 15: Resistance and Survival in Nazi-Occupied France Cover
      by Denzelle Resistance plays a crucial role in Vianne's life in May 1941, as the weight of Nazi occupation presses heavily on France. Already burdened by the absence of her sister Isabelle, she works tirelessly to maintain some semblance of normal life. Living in this oppressive atmosphere, she finds herself taking on even more responsibility, attempting to navigate the dangerous waters of daily survival while caring for her daughter, Sophie. Despite the tension that fills the air, Vianne’s routine is interrupted by…
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