712 Results with the "Romance Novel" genre


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      by LovelyMay Scene 5. I. of Cyrano de Bergerac begins in the peaceful park of the Sisters of the Holy Cross in Paris, set in 1655, where the autumn beauty is captured in vivid detail. The scene is painted with the presence of grand trees, an expansive house with wide steps, and a large plane tree standing sentinel-like, surrounded by boxwood bushes. The park’s natural beauty extends further, with chestnut trees lining an alleyway that leads to a distant chapel, partially obscured by branches. The soft view of the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 28: Rhys I’D TRIED TO RESIST. I REALLY HAD. Perhaps I would’ve succeeded had Bridget been beautiful and nothing else. Beauty, on its own, meant nothing to me. My mother had been beautiful, until she wasn’t—and I don’t mean physically. But that was the problem. Bridget wasn’t beautiful and nothing else. She was everything. Warmth, strength, compassion, humor. I saw it in the way she laughed, in her empathy as she listened to people’s problems and her composure as they railed to her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 5 opens with a vivid scene that immediately sets the tone for the deeply personal and intimate nature of the conversation that is about to take place. The sunlight streams into Evelyn’s study, bathing the room in warmth and light, yet it casts a shadow over part of Evelyn’s face, as if to symbolize the complexity of the woman sitting there. She has always been a figure shrouded in mystery, and this physical contrast mirrors the emotional distance she maintains from the world. The moment is…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 37 is a pivotal moment in Evelyn’s journey, as it delves into the complexities of her relationships, particularly with Celia. Throughout this chapter, Evelyn begins to confront the truth about her life, which she has long hidden behind the façade of public success and fame. Celia, who shares a complicated bond with Evelyn, struggles with jealousy despite knowing that their relationship, like the others in their circle, is built on the need to appear as something it’s not. The dynamics between…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XI unfolds in the vibrant heart of New York City, on a crisp March day when the ordinary beauty of the High Line transforms into something truly extraordinary. The High Line, a well-known elevated park built along an old railway stretching from Thirtieth to Twelfth Street in Manhattan, is usually a serene escape, offering a peaceful stroll with views of the city’s skyline. But on this particular day, it becomes a vibrant, eclectic art space, reimagined as “The Artifact,” a space that turns…
    • Chapter 19: The Nightingale’s Resistance Mission Cover
      by Denzelle Isabelle embarks on a dangerous mission under the cover of darkness, taking on the false identity of Juliette Gervaise as she leads four stranded Allied airmen through occupied France toward safety in Spain. As part of the resistance, she faces immense peril, with German patrols lurking at every turn, making every step forward a potential death sentence. Anyone caught aiding enemy soldiers risks brutal consequences—execution on the spot or deportation to a concentration camp, where few ever return.…
    • Chapter 10: The Complexity of Relationships in Young Adulthood Cover
      by Denzelle In the chapter titled Happy Place from the book set in Mattingly, Vermont, the protagonist finds themselves at the crossroads of independence and emotional complexity. As the story unfolds, the narrator navigates the shifting dynamics of their relationships, particularly with Wyn, as they embrace a new living situation and face the struggles that come with their changing lives. This transition marks a pivotal moment in the protagonist's journey into young adulthood, where dreams and reality often collide,…
    • Chapter 1: The Unexpected Connection Between Hazel and Augustus Cover
      by Denzelle Connection takes center stage in Hazel Grace Lancaster's narrative, as she begins with a mixture of reflection and reluctant acceptance of her mother’s persistent efforts to improve her outlook on life. Her mother’s insistence that she attend a cancer support group stems from her concern over Hazel’s growing withdrawal and obsession with mortality. Diagnosed with clinical depression as a side effect of her long battle with Stage IV thyroid cancer, Hazel has been prescribed medication to manage her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 6 begins with Phoebe awakening in a hotel room, surrounded by the familiar scents that affirm her sense of being. The morning after a chaotic party, she is left to confront her feelings of grief and shame that have become part of her daily routine. Despite the weight of these emotions, she resists the pull of despair, especially after the emotional turmoil of her recent suicide attempt. She recognizes the need to reclaim control over her thoughts and actions, even if just by small, everyday tasks…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12 begins with Teal sharing an evening in the kitchen with Branthor, where they face the humorous challenge of using his oversized cooking equipment. As they prepare the meal together, their playful banter reveals an undercurrent of tension related to their unconventional arrangement. Teal, noticing that Branthor doesn’t have the specialized utensils that his sisters-in-law use, gently inquires about it, and they both laugh, acknowledging in a light-hearted exchange that he never expected to have…
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