704 Results with the "Thriller" genre


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      Part VI: Bea

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Part VI: Bea begins with a familiar sensation—the presence of Eddie beside me again, his thigh pressed close and the scent of mint on his breath. It should have made me recoil, thinking of what he’s done, but instead, it made the next move easier. Knowing he came here expecting intimacy gave me the power I needed. I’d planned for this. Brushed my hair until it shined, pinched color into my cheeks, rehearsed how I’d lean in. My survival now depended on reminding him of the version of me he first…
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      Part IV: Bea

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Part IV: Bea didn’t feel like going out for dinner with Blanche and Tripp, but she didn’t want to break their long-standing routine either. Every other Thursday, the four of them got together, and even when she wasn’t in the mood, she showed up. This time, they were trying out a trendy barbecue joint in Homewood, its string lights and metal furniture giving off the kind of ambiance people post on Instagram but rarely enjoy in real life. She felt removed from the group, especially Blanche, whose…
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      Part II: Bea

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Part II: Bea begins with a sense of disorientation that even writing can’t fully soothe. Putting thoughts on paper is Bea’s only way of processing the impossible—what her life has become since Blanche’s death. Her best friend is gone, and the man she once trusted with her future might be responsible. That realization hasn’t stopped echoing in her head since she woke up locked away, alone, in a hidden room of her own home. Everything about the room reminds her of Eddie—his planning, his taste,…
    • Paradise Lost: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou navigating dimly lit earthen passages, choosing an unfamiliar path on a whim. The atmosphere is eerie, with masked figures heading toward "La Mascarade des Crânes" while she ventures deeper into the unknown. After stumbling, she is confronted by a drunken man wearing a crow mask, who unnerves her with his third eye. Lou deflects his advances with a threatening remark, showcasing her sharp wit and underlying tension. The encounter leaves her unsettled as she continues her journey…
    • Painted Hair: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Madame Labelle presenting Lou with a complex alchemical mixture to dye her hair gold, emphasizing the impracticality of the time-consuming process. Lou rejects the idea, wary of using magic after a recent conflict with Reid, who remains distant and hostile. The group discusses alternative, non-magical disguises, but Madame Labelle’s suggestions—such as pickled leeches or toxic lead oxide paste—are met with disgust and concern over dangerous side effects. The tension highlights…
    • One Step Forward: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid Diggory grapples with the weight of his past actions and the resentment directed at him by others, symbolized by the knife he holds—a weapon purchased from a smith who later conspired against him. The chapter opens with Reid reflecting on how his uniform and beliefs have alienated him from those around him, including farmers in Saint-Loire. His internal conflict is palpable as he acknowledges his role in the hostility he faces, setting the tone for his emotional turmoil throughout the chapter.…
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      Old Magic: Lou

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens in Léviathan’s dining room, where the protagonist, Lou, confronts La Voisin and Nicholina, two eerie figures who seem out of place in the mundane setting. Their scarred skin and haunting eyes mark them as otherworldly, and Lou resolves to bring their "horror story" to life. The tension is palpable as they discuss their missing companions and the burning of the Skull Masquerade. Nicholina’s cryptic chanting and La Voisin’s calculating demeanor set the stage for a dark alliance, with…
    • Nous Tombons Tous: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid frantically attempts to open a magically barred trapdoor, desperate to reach Lou, who remains unresponsive inside. His panic intensifies as his companions, including Deveraux, Beau, Coco, and Ansel, gather around him. Deveraux suggests finding an alternative entrance through a nearby cemetery, but tensions rise as Jean Luc warns of the dangers posed by Chasseurs in the area. Coco refuses to help Reid open the door, citing Lou’s protective enchantments and the risk to his life. Reid’s frustration…
    • NINE YEARS AND THREE MONTHS AGO Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Jameson Hawthorne standing at the base of a tree house, frustrated by his broken arm and the presence of his grandfather, Tobias Hawthorne, instead of his brothers. Tobias's pointed questions immediately set a tense tone, as he challenges Jameson's intelligence and decision-making. The distant sound of Grayson's violin playing underscores the theme of perfection, a recurring pressure in the Hawthorne family. Jameson's defensive admission about his motorbike crash hints at his…
    • Marionette: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid reflecting on his lack of combat experience alongside Lou, despite their tumultuous lives. He recalls previous encounters where Lou’s brutal efficiency in dispatching enemies left him in awe. Now, witnessing her in action again, he realizes she is a formidable force. Lou moves with unexpected speed and precision, using both her knife and magic to overpower opponents, leaving Reid to grapple with the reality of her deadly prowess. As the bar fight escalates, Reid quickly…
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