238 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre


    • CHAPTER X ‑Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER X – Thuvia, Maid of Mars begins with Carthoris and Thuvia walking side by side through the shadowed forest, their silence unbroken but filled with unspoken trust. Yet, when Carthoris finally attempts to speak, he discovers Thuvia has vanished. The unsettling truth soon reveals itself—he has been the victim of illusion. Jav, the manipulative Lotharian, had used mental projection to make Carthoris believe Thuvia walked with him, while in reality, she was never released. Racing back in fury,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 begins with the narrator reflecting on an unexpected interview for a high-security position, one for which they feel completely unqualified. The interview is conducted by Adela, the Vice Secretary of "Expatriation," a position that immediately hints at the gravity and unusual nature of the role. Adela, with her eye patch and hay-like blond hair, abruptly inquires about the narrator’s Cambodian heritage, bringing up their mother’s experience as a refugee. This inquiry sparks a conversation…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12 focuses on Mickey3, the third version of an individual who has suffered immense trauma from the loss of two previous bodies. The emotional burden of losing his original body is immense, with memories of the tragic event haunting him deeply. Initially, Mickey grapples with fear and a constant sense of impending disaster, as he waits for something else to go wrong. His existence becomes dominated by these fears, and each day feels like a struggle to find meaning in an overwhelming sense of loss.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Winston Smith confined in a stark, windowless cell within the Ministry of Love. The room is cold and clinical, illuminated by concealed lamps and equipped with telescreens on every wall, enforcing constant surveillance. Winston experiences a persistent, dull ache in his belly from hunger, having been deprived of food since his arrest. His attempt to discreetly search his pockets for crumbs is immediately reprimanded through the telescreen, underscoring the oppressive control exerted…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter IX places Carthoris, Thuvia, and Jav in the heart of Lothar’s enigma—a city ruled not by armies but by the imagination of its few remaining minds. They are led into a chamber where fear briefly grips them at the sight of Komal, a ferocious banth worshipped as a deity. But what seems to be divine wrath is calmed not by steel, but by Thuvia’s voice. Her steady tone and unshaken gaze soothe the beast, proving that connection, not force, holds true power. This moment blurs the line between myth…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 9 - Into Savage Borneo begins with von Horn standing at the edge of despair, his mind torn between Virginia’s abduction and the treasure he still hopes to recover. The Ithaca, now overtaken by Dyaks, slips away under a makeshift mast, leaving von Horn and a loyal lascar with little choice but to return to camp. Believing the danger has passed, they find Professor Maxon and Sing still alive. Upon arrival, von Horn delivers grim news, revealing Virginia’s capture by pirates—led, he claims, by…
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      by LovelyMay Section 4 presents a disturbing view of societal control in Flatland, particularly how irregular or discontented citizens are dealt with by the ruling Circles. Those who do not meet the strict standards of shape may find themselves confined for life in state institutions under the pretense of rehabilitation. A few of the most rebellious or hopelessly flawed are executed without fanfare, considered a threat to the stability of the realm. To suppress unrest, especially among the Isosceles class, the…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XV – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive begins in silence, broken only by the soft crunch of Ned Newton’s footsteps as he creeps through the dimly lit yard of the Swift Construction Company. The night is heavy with tension. Ned, dressed in dark clothes and guided by instinct, suspects that someone may be targeting the Hercules 0001 again. A faint flicker of movement near the perimeter fence confirms his unease. He crouches low, eyes fixed on a shadow that slinks along the boundary—someone…
    • CHAPTER VII — A Great Many Clairvoyant Visions Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER VII - A Great Many Clairvoyant Visions describes a series of vivid clairvoyant insights that reveal a wealth of knowledge about life on Mars. These visions provide a detailed picture of the Martian landscape, their inhabitants, and the way they live, offering a stark contrast to the world as we know it on Earth. As the compiler of this volume witnessed, Mars presents a peaceful world where harmony reigns, and life flourishes under divine guidance, with many aspects of Martian existence seeming to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VII opens with Commander Gore leading a small group, including two officers from an ice-bound ship, across the difficult and unforgiving terrain of pack ice, navigating a treacherous 16-mile journey to reach Cape Felix. The harsh winter conditions have taken their toll, and the hunting efforts have been woefully inadequate, yielding only a modest amount of meat for the crew to share. Despite their best efforts, the animals hunted are few and far between, leaving the men with only scraps to sustain…
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