704 Results with the "Thriller" genre


    • Chapter IV — The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IV opens with Ethel reclining in quiet comfort, the embers of the evening's social event still glowing in her mind. Sitting with her Aunt Ruth, she begins to unravel her impressions of the guests, curious about the night’s subtleties that often escaped plain observation. Ruth’s responses are measured and amused, revealing how often the surface of civility conceals undercurrents of ambition, disappointment, or intrigue. Their conversation naturally shifts to Mr. Marriot, a newcomer to their…
    • Chapter III — The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter III takes readers deeper into Frederick Mostyn’s journey as he navigates the vibrant world of New York. Far from the quieter landscapes of Yorkshire, Mostyn finds himself immersed in a city teeming with movement, ambition, and striking verticality. Each building seems to challenge the sky, and he marvels not only at their architecture but also at the ambition they represent. With every passing day, Mostyn feels more enthralled by the energy that pulses through every block. The city’s…
    • Chapter II — The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II begins in the comfortable dining room of the Rawdon residence, where the Judge’s deliberate silence adds weight to the evening's mood. Everyone senses that something important is on his mind, and when he finally reveals the upcoming visit of Frederick Mostyn from England, the announcement ripples through the table. This news, while modest in tone, brings forth a tangle of emotions—from curiosity to hesitation. Mostyn, a relative from the Judge’s mother’s lineage, represents more than…
    • Chapter I — The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter I opens with Ethel Rawdon savoring a quiet evening in her Manhattan home, detached from the clamor of society and instead absorbed in her thoughts. The turn of the century has brought with it modern comforts, but Ethel finds joy in simplicity—a warm room, a good mirror, and the gentle rhythm of solitude. That peaceful moment is broken by the sight of a letter, which carries an urgency that makes her pause. Though it’s Sunday, traditionally a day for family breakfasts and mild debates with her…
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