716 Results with the "Romance Novel" genre


    • Thursday 22nd August 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator, Andy, being abruptly awakened by Morris, who urgently wants to discuss a significant development: the Highgate and Hornsey Express has agreed to interview him about a George Harrison commemorative plaque. Morris requests Andy’s presence during the interview and suggests that Andy mention his involvement in show business to lend credibility to their cause. Andy agrees to express strong dissatisfaction with the current treatment of Morris's efforts, agreeing to label…
    • Saturday 24th August 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with an evocative scene featuring Morris Foster, a 78-year-old Hornsey resident and former laboratory technician, who is passionately advocating for recognition of his home’s connection to Beatles history. Morris claims that George Harrison once stayed overnight at his house in 1963 after a concert, a fact that he believes qualifies the house for an English Heritage plaque. Despite his diligent research and repeated attempts to contact English Heritage, his efforts have been ignored,…
    • Friday 6th September 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with an unexpected encounter between the narrator and Daisy, his ex-girlfriend from before his relationship with Jen. Despite the passage of time, Daisy appears unchanged, and the narrator reflects on the painful end of their two-year relationship. He recalls how he concealed his loss of love, delaying the breakup and ultimately leaving Daisy to initiate it. The meeting stirs a complex mix of emotions, including guilt and empathy, as the narrator recognizes the hurt he caused her and now…
    • Saturday 7th September 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator reflecting on the importance of details in storytelling, emphasizing that the specifics of how events unfold matter more than the mere facts. On a hangover-soaked Saturday morning, he reluctantly heads to a job promoting haircare products in a busy London shopping center. His role is vaguely defined, and as he struggles through the day, the narrative sets a tone of awkwardness and uncertainty. The initial encounter that seems significant is when he unexpectedly sees Jen,…
    • Thursday 12th September 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter delves into the narrator's recent discoveries about Seb, a man connected to Jen, revealing details from his background and personality. Seb works at the same company as Jen, having joined a year prior, and hails from a small English border town with Welsh ties. He has South African heritage through his mother and is 44 years old. The narrator uncovers Seb’s past relationship with Kate and notes Seb’s interests, such as Caribbean holidays and extreme sports for charity. Despite some sympathy…
    • Saturday 14th September 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kelly recounting her disastrous trip to Ibiza during an early morning training session. She shares a detailed, multi-chaptered story about how her plans to enter a club with another woman fell apart. Instead, she encountered her ex while intoxicated on the dance floor, witnessed her ex leaving with someone else, and subsequently got into a heated argument that led to both of them being ejected from the club. Kelly’s recounting is vivid and emotionally charged, painting a picture of…
    • Wednesday 18th September 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter explores a unique experiment where the narrator, adopting the fictional identity "Clifford Beverley," attends a therapy session to gain insight into his troubled relationship with his girlfriend, Alice. By posing as Clifford, he seeks professional advice on whether to end the relationship, reflecting his confusion and need for clarity. The narrator’s inventive approach stems from his desire to understand what a therapist might say about someone like him, influenced by imagined opinions that…
    • Saturday 28th September 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Emery’s return to the dressing room, where his presence instantly lifts the mood. Having been absent from the comedy circuit following a recent award, Emery’s arrival sparks a warm and familiar exchange with the narrator. Their conversation is playful and intimate, marked by Emery’s teasing riddles about upcoming projects and a phone call with their agent. This interaction reveals the behind-the-scenes dynamics of their careers, highlighting the tension between professional…
    • Friday 4th October 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator mentally preparing for a date with a woman twelve years his junior. He rationalizes the age difference by identifying shared cultural touchstones, such as popular music and significant world events, which bridge their generational gap. He humorously dismisses the notion that age should dictate compatibility, arguing that shared experiences are more complex than simply overlapping timelines. The narrator also acknowledges societal judgments and defends his choice,…
    • Monday 7th October 2019 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator recounting his routine visits to Sophie’s flat after gigs on consecutive nights. Their interactions are intimate yet casual, blending physical closeness with relaxed conversation and shared meals. Despite their connection, Sophie enforces a boundary: the narrator must leave by Monday night, regardless of inconvenience. This rule sparks a playful yet honest dialogue about their differing views on relationships, desire, and the "chase." The narrator admits to valuing…
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