712 Results with the "Romance Novel" genre


    • PRESS COMMENTS ON THE PLAY Cover
      by LovelyMay Press Comments on the Play surrounded the debut of Damaged Goods with a striking mix of surprise and respect, especially following its American premiere at the Fulton Theater in 1913. The audience, many of whom may have expected mere drama, were instead presented with an urgent social mirror, confronting themes often left unspoken in polite society. The staging, sharp and fearless, removed any romantic gloss and delivered facts, questions, and human struggle in equal measure. What stunned even seasoned…
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      Scene 3. II.

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      by LovelyMay Scene 3. II. unfolds with a tension-filled exploration of secret love and the looming conflict that surrounds the characters. Roxane, deeply moved by the letters she believes are written by Christian, unknowingly praises Cyrano, her secret admirer. She expresses admiration for the poetic beauty of the letters, which causes Cyrano’s heart to swell with pride, though he remains modest, downplaying his role as the author. The scene takes a turn when De Guiche enters, disrupting the tender exchange. 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 53

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 53 begins with Celia stepping into the challenging role of Lady Macbeth in a 1988 film adaptation. Instead of aiming for the Best Actress category, she strategically places herself in the Best Supporting Actress race, a decision reflecting her deep understanding of the Hollywood game. This choice not only showcases her intelligence but also her insight into the intricacies of the industry, where certain categories provide a better chance for recognition. While Celia is focusing on her craft, the…
    • Chapter 3: Her and Resilience Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Vianne's early years were shaped not by direct exposure to war, but by its lingering effects on her family, particularly through the transformation of her father after he returned from battle. His emotional distance and inability to reintegrate into family life created a fractured household, a situation that worsened after her mother’s passing. Despite these hardships, resilience became a defining trait for Vianne as she sought solace in her quiet life in Carriveau, building a home with her husband,…
    • Chapter 35: Vianne’s Struggle for Survival and Hope Cover
      by Denzelle Chapter Thirty-Five immerses readers in the harrowing emotional and physical struggles faced by Vianne Mauriac during and after the German occupation of France. The oppressive heat of August in Carriveau mirrors the stifling tension that defines Vianne’s existence under the control of Von Richter, a German officer billeted in her home. Once a haven, her house has transformed into a space of fear and coercion, where each moment demands careful navigation between survival and self-sacrifice. The weight of…
    • Chapter 26: Struggles in Love and Life Cover
      by Denzelle In this chapter, the couple’s journey unfolds within the confines of their modest one-bedroom apartment in San Francisco, a space that symbolizes both the struggles they face and the hope they carry for the future. The apartment, with its compact kitchen and small windows, becomes a metaphor for their situation—restricted yet full of possibility. Here, the medical resident and her partner, Wyn, navigate the challenges of pursuing professional ambitions, balancing personal sacrifices, and nurturing…
    • Chapter 17: Redefining Legacy, Love and Vulnerability in the Face of Mortality Cover
      by Denzelle This chapter delves deeply into the evolving relationship between the narrator and Gus, shaped by the relentless progression of his illness and the question of his legacy. Since their return from Amsterdam, the vibrant vitality that once defined their connection has been overshadowed by Gus’s physical and emotional decline. When the narrator arrives to find Gus disoriented and dealing with the indignity of having soiled the bed under the haze of narcotics, the scene becomes a stark reminder of his…
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