242 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre


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      Chapter 3

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 3 begins with Seven and Eight grappling with the mounting tension of their predicament. Seven becomes acutely aware of the difficult situation they are in, particularly when he discovers that Eight has inexplicably emerged from the tank, despite protocol dictating that only one of them should survive. This surprising turn of events leads to an emotional exchange filled with frustration, humor, and some underlying desperation. As both characters try to make sense of their reality, they realize that…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 4 opens with the protagonist, Mickey, reflecting on the unsettling situation that has led him to a disassembler field interface, a device that threatens to reduce him to a slurry for the colonists of Niflheim. In the face of this life-threatening reality, Mickey grapples with the weight of regret over past decisions, particularly those surrounding his initial choices involving Gwen Johansen. This moment of despair prompts a series of reflections on the series of events that pushed him toward his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 opens with the protagonist, Mickey, finding himself in complete darkness, disoriented, and lying on a cold, unforgiving stone floor. The immediate sense of confusion grips him as he tries to recall how he ended up in such a dire situation, but his memory is fragmented, like shards of broken glass. He only remembers certain moments—being dropped off at a crevasse and noticing a rock formation that struck him as curious, even amusing, as it resembled a monkey’s head. This fleeting distraction…
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      Dedication

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Dedication begins with a profound and personal message that immediately captures the reader's attention. The words, “For Jen. If you hadn’t ended civilization, none of this would have happened,” set a dramatic tone, hinting at a major turning point in the narrative. From the outset, it’s clear that Jen's actions are pivotal to the events that have shaped the world the protagonist inhabits. This simple but powerful statement suggests that Jen’s decisions were responsible for a catastrophic event…
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      Mickey 7

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Mickey 7 by Edward Ashton follows Mickey, a disposable worker on a colonization mission, who retains memories after his seventh death and uncovers dark secrets about the mission.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 9 intensifies as the protagonist finds herself at the center of an unfolding crisis. Adela urgently warns her about a mole within the Ministry, heightening the already precarious situation. Adela, who is typically poised and immaculate in her appearance, now appears disheveled, lacking her usual makeup, a sign of just how severe the situation has become. Her distress is evident, and she reveals that someone within their ranks is leaking critical information, putting both of them at risk. The…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter X, the protagonist finds himself entangled in an unnerving situation that blurs the lines between captivity and purpose. He is surrounded by individuals who seem to be more than mere captors; they are figures of authority, their jackets subtly revealing the presence of concealed weapons. This discovery, combined with the unfamiliar environment he is thrust into, leaves him with a sense of unease. The atmosphere is starkly different from what he’s accustomed to, amplifying his discomfort.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 10 begins with the protagonist thrust into a whirlwind of emotions after narrowly escaping a life-threatening situation. She races through the city, battling exhaustion and panic, only to find herself at the Ministry, where Simellia intercepts her with unexpected urgency. Their conversation takes a tragic turn when Simellia informs her that Arthur, someone deeply important in her life, has died. The revelation hits hard, and the protagonist's emotional defenses collapse, her grief and anxiety…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VIII unfolds in April 1848, as Commander Gore, believed to be dead for the past eight months, is overwhelmed by a vivid imagining of the tragedy that has unfolded in his absence. He pores over the grim accounts of Franklin's ill-fated expedition, which was stranded in the unforgiving Arctic aboard the ships Erebus and Terror. The expedition's skilled sportsman has perished, and a single violent storm wipes out another hunting party of officers and men. As temperatures plummet, isolation takes its…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 8 unfolds against the backdrop of an unpredictable environment, with the characters caught between intense storms and sudden waves of heat. This erratic weather mirrors the emotional turmoil the characters experience as they attempt to reclaim a sense of normalcy in their new home. They cautiously salvage possessions, holding onto what little the Ministry has allowed them to keep, yet their environment remains uncertain and constantly shifting. Meanwhile, the Ministry itself falls into a chaotic…
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