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      Chapter 11

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 11 opens with Saint meticulously tracing a map in the quiet hours before sunrise, her focus locked on the van’s path she believes may lead her to Patch. Her bedroom is more functional than personal, filled with books and objects that reflect a mind busy with purpose rather than comfort. There are no framed memories, no trace of makeup or decorative items—only solitude and a mission that feels too heavy for someone her age. As the early morning light begins to stretch across the room, Saint…
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      Chapter 109

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 109 of All the Colors of the Dark opens with Patch being urged out of his self-imposed isolation by younger crew members, eager to experience the nightlife after two weeks of seclusion. The group piles into an old, weathered camper, with the scent of cheap cologne mingling with a palpable sense of desperation, all while they share a bottle of Jim Beam. The night ahead is filled with anticipation, and the conversation turns to the concept of real men and their supposed allure to college girls, a…
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      Chapter 108

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 108 of All the Colors of the Dark delves into Patch’s life as he navigates through a difficult phase following the chaotic incident at the Merchants National Bank. In an attempt to put his past behind him, Patch sells his car, finding it necessary to cut ties with material possessions that once defined him. Instead, he takes on early morning work, hauling freight and loading frozen meat into trucks, seeking solace in the physicality of the task. His life is now confined to an old, worn-down…
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      Chapter 106

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 106, Patch arrives in Washington, D.C., feeling like an outsider, yet deeply captivated by the city’s unique charm and energy. The grandeur of the surroundings contrasts with his inner discomfort, as he steps into the high-end steakhouse where he is to dine with Sammy. As they sit down for an extravagant meal, Patch is immediately struck by the expensive nature of the dinner, unsure whether the hefty price tag reflects the age of the steak or its sheer extravagance. Trying to keep things…
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      Chapter 105

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 105, Patch enters the Merchants National Bank under the oppressive weight of a steel-gray sky, which sets a grim tone for the events to unfold. He moves swiftly, his heart pounding with anticipation, unaware of the additional security detail lurking just outside the side door. As Patch pulls out his gun, prepared for what he perceives to be a routine robbery, he fails to notice the guard who mirrors his actions and takes aim in response. The tension in the air is palpable, but Patch remains…
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      Chapter 104

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 104, Saint receives an unexpected call that shifts the course of her evening. The caller, a streetwalker familiar with the underworld of St. Louis, alerts Saint to a troubling situation. A young girl, who is estimated to be no older than sixteen, has been forcibly thrust into the dangerous world of streetwalking. The caller provides a specific street name where the girl is likely to be working that night. Despite having previously made plans for dinner with Jimmy and his mother, Saint feels an…
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      Chapter 103

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 103 of All the Colors of the Dark, Patch begins his day by robbing the South Atlantic Bank, holding a gun to the young teller as he fills his bag with cash. After managing to evade the police on Interstate 95, he reflects on his life and realizes that his single regret pales in comparison to the many misfortunes others face. Despite the dark nature of his actions, Patch chooses to donate the majority of the stolen money to the Harvey Robin Foundation, a charitable organization that operates…
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      Chapter 102

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 102, Patch meets Walter Strike, a man whose past is marked by both personal loss and a family history steeped in struggle and defiance. Walter, walking with a cane due to a limp, recounts tales of his ancestors—brave men who fought in the Revolutionary War and others who supported a secessionist government advocating for fierce independence. As they walk through the scenic Virginia mountains, Walter reflects on a time when he believed his family could survive independently, relying only on…
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      Chapter 101

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 101, the story takes place during a dinner gathering at Norma’s house, where Norma, the grandmother, pays little attention to her granddaughter, Saint, and instead engages her guest, Jimmy Walters, in conversation. As they share a meal of pork steak and buttered rolls, Jimmy talks about his time at Culpepper Zoo, where he worked with animals suffering from various diseases. Norma listens passively, making casual remarks as she observes Jimmy’s enthusiasm. Meanwhile, Saint, uninterested in…
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      Chapter 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 10 of All the Colors of the Dark begins with Saint riding her bicycle down Main Street in the small town of Monta Clare, nestled deep within a valley and surrounded by lush, vibrant greenery. The town, with its winding streets, feels like a tranquil escape, yet as she pedals toward the Meyer estate, Saint is aware of the shifting atmosphere. The warm hues of the grand homes lining the street momentarily captivate her, with their well-maintained gardens full of blooming Virginia bluebells and…
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