549 Results with the "Novel" genre


    • Chapter XXIV — The coming Race Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXIV begins not with sorrow, but with an invitation—a child requests Aph-Lin's presence at the funeral of a relative. I, sensing the weight of a possible encounter with Zee, ask to join. My motives are mixed: part curiosity, part avoidance, yet mostly driven by the chance to understand how this extraordinary society embraces something all living beings must face—death. Their tone, from the start, is not mournful. In place of grief, there is readiness. Death here is not shunned but welcomed,…
    • Chapter XXIX — Crome yellow Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXIX finds the mood at Crome turning inward, echoing the tension left behind by the revelry of the fair. Beneath the quiet surface, emotions churn. Anne’s confrontation with Gombauld at the poolside bursts with suppressed anger. She sees through his charm, accusing him of trying to exploit her under the guise of romance. Her words cut through his pretense, challenging not only his motives but his perception of intimacy. What unfolds is more than personal rejection—it’s a refusal to play into…
      Novel • Satire
    • Chapter II: How Lazaro Took up with a Priest and the Things That Happened to Him with That Man Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II follows Lazarillo as he escapes one hardship only to enter another, leaving behind a blind master and soon finding himself under the care of a miserly priest in Maqueda. What begins with cautious hope quickly descends into another form of torment, cloaked in the false piety of his new employer. The priest, outwardly devout and respected by his community, treats Lazarillo not as a servant to be cared for, but as a burden to be rationed. Meals are rare and portions absurdly small—little more…
      Novel • Satire
    • Chapter XI — The Cottagers Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XI – The Cottagers begins with a shift in Agnes Grey’s routine, allowing her time away from her role as governess to explore more meaningful and personal engagements. With only one pupil to attend to, her schedule permits visits to the nearby villagers, a community largely ignored by the wealthy families she serves. These outings become a welcome contrast to the superficiality and arrogance she often witnesses at Horton Lodge. Agnes quickly finds that while the poor have little in material…
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    • Chapter 17-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 17–The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Helen arriving at a social dinner hosted by Mr. Wilmot, an event brimming with formality, unspoken rules, and calculated interactions. Among the guests are Annabella Wilmot, Milicent Hargrave, and the ever-charming Arthur Huntingdon. From the outset, Helen senses that the gathering holds more weight than simple social engagement—it is a stage where subtle performances of courtship and rivalry unfold. Arthur's placement at the table, far from Helen,…
    • Chapter 49-The tenant of wildfell hall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 49 – The Tenant of Wildfell Hall begins with Helen writing to her brother, Mr. Lawrence, revealing the slow and painful decline of Arthur Huntingdon. Though their direct conversations about Helen are limited, a shared concern for her welfare is quietly understood. Her letters describe the worsening of Arthur’s health, brought on by his refusal to relinquish alcohol despite her attempts to dilute it and steer him toward moderation. Helen’s efforts to care for him are constant—she manages his…
    • Chapter 7: War and Fear Cover
      by Denzelle The once-lively school in Carriveau now feels like a shadow of its former self, its classrooms filled with an underlying sense of fear and uncertainty. The war has seeped into every corner of life, making it impossible for the children to ignore the unsettling changes happening around them. Vianne Rocher, who has always found purpose and comfort in teaching, now struggles to maintain an illusion of normalcy for her students, knowing full well that their world is no longer safe. Every morning, she greets…
    • Chapter 39: Vianne’s Journey in Paris Cover
      by Denzelle Vianne's journey back to Paris is a deeply evocative chapter, blending her personal history with the vibrant yet poignant backdrop of the city. As she steps off the plane with Julien, the energy of Paris embraces them both, merging the allure of a timeless city with the bittersweet weight of her memories. For Julien, Paris is a marvel of architectural beauty and cultural depth, seen through fresh, eager eyes. For Vianne, however, every street and landmark carries layers of emotion, each a reminder of the…
    • Chapter 31: The Get-Well Card Cover
      by Denzelle In "The Get-Well Card," Chapter 1 plunges readers into the high-stakes world of 1960s television broadcasting, where ambition, manipulation, and resilience intersect. The chapter begins with Elizabeth Zott, known for her composed and intelligent demeanor, summoned unexpectedly after hours to a meeting with Phil Lebensmal, the volatile and controlling executive of the television network. Elizabeth, unflappable even under Phil’s domineering behavior, enters the meeting expecting yet another display of his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 44 begins with Charles Halloway experiencing excruciating pain in his left hand, which feels as though it has been set aflame, the sensation almost overwhelming him. In the midst of his agony, he reflects on his age and mentally defends himself against the notion that fifty-four is too old. With each wave of pain, he struggles to keep his mind focused and refuses to succumb to the despair of his condition. Although his body aches and his mind grows clouded, he crawls toward the bookshelves, as if…
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