716 Results with the "Romance Novel" genre


    • Blood, Water, and Smoke: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou waking up in an intimate embrace with Reid, her husband, which flusters her as she realizes her nightgown has ridden up during the night. Their playful banter sets a lighthearted tone as Reid prepares for training, but Lou insists they attend the Saint Nicolas Day festival instead. She eagerly describes the festival’s delights, particularly the food, and insists on buying Reid a gift despite his protests. Their dynamic is affectionate and teasing, showcasing their growing…
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      Litany

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Litany" follows Lou as they grapple with darkness, memory, and the presence of supernatural entities like Legion and Etienne. Lou repeatedly recites the names of their companions—Reid, Coco, Beau, Ansel, and Madame Labelle—as a mantra to anchor themselves. Etienne, a fading presence, struggles to remember his own identity, and Lou fiercely reminds him. Meanwhile, Legion, a collective entity, dismisses hope, but Lou counters that hope is essential, calling it "the cure." The darkness around…
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      Confessional

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this emotionally charged chapter, Reid and Lou share an intimate and desperate moment, aware that their time together may be fleeting. Reid is deeply moved by Lou's vulnerability, vowing to protect and cherish her despite the looming threat of death. Their connection is portrayed as sacred and all-consuming, with Reid willing to kiss away her tears and stand by her side unconditionally. Lou’s whispered words, "Where you go, I will go," resonate with him, reinforcing their bond as something profound…
    • CHAPTER I — Damaged Goods Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter I begins with George Dupont leaving a house just before sunrise, his steps slowed not by fatigue but by the weight of guilt that clings to his conscience. Though engaged to Henriette, a woman admired for her virtue and grace, George carries the secret of a recent betrayal—an encounter that now threatens to dismantle the foundation of their relationship. The stillness of the Paris morning offers no comfort; instead, it amplifies the noise of regret in his mind. His past with Lizette, a girl of…
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      Scene 3. V.

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      by LovelyMay Scene 3. V. presents a pivotal moment in Cyrano de Bergerac, where Christian, having grown weary of relying on Cyrano’s poetic genius, makes a bold decision about how he wishes to express his love for Roxane. He rejects Cyrano’s continued help in composing love letters, claiming he wants to speak from his own heart. Although Cyrano is initially doubtful that Christian can express himself with the same eloquence, he respects his decision, stepping back to give him the space to try. This shift marks a…
    • Chapter 12: Rhys Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12: Rhys began with a gut feeling that something was wrong long before he stepped into the palace's grand reception hall. The low, urgent tones of Prince Nikolai’s voice sent a jolt of unease straight down Rhys's spine, sharpening every one of his instincts into high alert. Though he couldn't make out the exact words, the tension rippling from the small gathered group—Nikolai, Elin, and Viggo—was thick enough to cut through. Rhys, who knew the routines and faces of the palace by heart,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 44: Bridget I’D LOST MY MIND, ASKING ALEX FOR HELP. HE MIGHT BE DATING AVA, and he might be less…sociopathic since they’d gotten back together last year, but I still trusted the man as far as I could throw him. Yet for all his faults, he truly loved Ava, and he owed me for kicking his ass into gear before I left for New York. If I hadn’t, he’d still be moping over her and terrorizing everyone around him. Our call four days ago had been short and succinct. I told him what I wanted, and he…
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      Chapter 21

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 21 begins with the narrator seeking refuge from the chaos of their life in the quiet sanctuary of Celia’s apartment. With the bustling world outside temporarily put on hold, the narrator spends their days immersed in books, the peaceful solitude offering a brief escape from the emotional turmoil they carry. Meanwhile, Celia is occupied with the filming of her latest movie, her focus split between the demands of her career and the complex, unspoken bond she shares with the narrator. Their…
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      Chapter 67

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 67 begins with the protagonist walking into her home, feeling both emotionally and physically drained. The weight of the day seems to bear down on her as she instinctively throws her bag onto the couch, her movements almost robotic. She’s tired, angry, and overwhelmed, with her eyes aching as if they've been squeezed dry, a physical manifestation of the mental exhaustion she’s experiencing. Without bothering to take off her coat or shoes, she sits down and, almost mechanically, responds to an…
    • Chapter 11: Survival and Secrets Under Occupation Cover
      by Denzelle As the Nazi occupation tightens its grip on France, Vianne and her daughters, Sophie and Isabelle, struggle to maintain a sense of normalcy in their daily lives. The absence of Antoine, now a prisoner of war, casts a long shadow over their home, forcing Vianne to take on new responsibilities to ensure their survival. She finds herself adopting practical measures such as gardening, preserving food, and raising rabbits—small yet crucial efforts to sustain her family through the growing hardships of war.…
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