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    • Friday 15th November 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter centers on a rare gathering of old friends—Jon, Jay, Rob, Avi, Matt, and the narrator—brought together by Jon, who is typically unreliable. The narrator suspects Jon has an important announcement, possibly related to marriage plans, which adds a layer of anticipation to the evening. Despite the camaraderie, the narrator feels a familiar burden as the designated MC, tasked with maintaining the night's pace and morale, a role that reminds him of his fading comedic relevance among the group.…
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      by LovelyMay In the bustling atmosphere of a Parisian theater, the audience gathers, showcasing a mix of the city’s finest, from the nobility to the distinguished roués. As the crowd settles and conversations weave through the air, Christian de Neuvillette anxiously scans the boxes, his attention divided between the gathering and his task at hand—to find and adore from afar the lady for whom his heart beats fervently. With his newly made acquaintance, Ligniere, a man of both wit and wine, Christian navigates the…
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      by LovelyMay In the final moments of *Cyrano de Bergerac*, the scene sets a tone of reflective melancholy mixed with enduring affection. Roxane, seated outside a convent, anticipates Cyrano's arrival amidst the serene beauty of autumn—a metaphorical backdrop highlighting the themes of change, decay, and the enduring spirit. As she waits, Roxane remarks on the comfort brought by the season's calm, contrasting with the dazzle of April, symbolizing her personal journey of grief and acceptance over the years. Cyrano,…
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      Chapter 28

      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 28 I wore a cream-colored cocktail dress with heavy gold beading and a plunging neckline. I pulled my long blond hair into a high ponytail. I wore diamond earrings.I glowed. The first thing you need to do to get a man to elope with you is to challenge him to go to Las Vegas.You do this by being out at an L.A. club and having a few drinks together. You ignore the impulse to roll your eyes at how eager he is to have his picture taken with you. You recognize that everyone is playing everyone else.…
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      Chapter 61

      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 61 follows Evelyn as she navigates the intense grief that accompanies the loss of her close friend Celia. The funeral takes place in the quiet confines of Forest Lawn in Los Angeles, a location that holds a multitude of memories for Evelyn and those who were closest to Celia. The ceremony is private, away from the prying eyes of the public, but despite the desire for intimacy, word gets out that Evelyn is there. The weight of Celia’s passing is palpable, and Evelyn, though surrounded by Robert…
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      by Denzelle Vianne Rocher finds herself increasingly burdened by the weight of Nazi occupation, her husband Antoine's absence leaving her to shoulder responsibilities she never anticipated. As winter approaches, she must take on tasks that once fell to him, such as chopping firewood and ensuring their home remains warm, all while shielding her daughter, Sophie, from the brutal reality of their occupied town. The presence of Captain Beck, the German officer billeted in her home, adds another layer of tension, his…
    • by Denzelle In Chapter 1, titled "Happy Place," the narrative takes readers on an immersive journey to Knott’s Harbor, Maine, where the protagonist and her friends experience a peaceful and transformative getaway. The picturesque cottage, nestled along the rugged Maine coastline, provides a stunning and tranquil setting that perfectly complements the themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the complexities of growing up. The descriptive imagery in this chapter—sights, sounds, and smells—draws readers into this…
    • by Denzelle Friendships play a central role in this chapter as the protagonist wakes to the emotional residue of a powerful night with Wyn, carrying a mix of physical exhaustion and newfound emotional clarity. The cold brightness of the morning, with the open drapes and windows inviting the outside world in, symbolizes the inevitability of change, subtly intruding on the intimate bubble they’ve shared. Quietly leaving Wyn to rest, the protagonist grapples with the tension of their final day on the trip, feeling the…
    • by Denzelle In Chapter Twenty-Four, three days after Augustus "Gus" Waters’ death, Hazel receives a voicemail from Gus’s father that reignites her curiosity and hope. He informs her about a black Moleskine notebook found by Gus’s hospital bed, though its initial pages are missing. Hazel speculates that this notebook might contain Gus’s final message to her, the "missing piece" Isaac hinted at earlier. Believing that the Literal Heart of Jesus church—where significant moments of their relationship…
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      Chapter 3: Teal

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 3 begins with Teal contemplating her painful departure from her father’s house, where she faced his harsh rejection. In an attempt to shame her for wanting freedom, her father calls her a "whore," his words ringing in her ears as she walks away from everything she has ever known. Despite the deep emotional pain his rejection causes, Teal decides she will not allow herself to be defined by his cruelty. She leaves with nothing but the clothes she is wearing, making a silent vow to never return. Her…
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