704 Results with the "Thriller" genre


    • Chapter VII — The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VII opens on a peaceful May afternoon, where Judge Rawdon, accompanied by Ruth and Ethel, enjoys a scenic ride through the flowering countryside of West Riding. The road unwinds through lanes bordered with blooming hawthorn, and birdsong carries softly on the breeze, lending the air a sense of stillness and renewal. After a pleasant stop for a meal at a modest inn, they continue toward Rawdon Park, a place long revered in family lore. The estate greets them in majestic silence, its ivy-covered…
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      Chapter 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 24 begins with an innocent question—“Are you okay?”—but what follows reveals how far from okay things really are. The days have become heavy with heat, but my morning jogs bring a short-lived clarity, the kind that comes from movement and quiet. I like the early hours, before the world fully wakes, before the pretense sets in. The air is still, the sun soft, and for a few moments, I feel like myself again—whoever that’s becoming. My runs sometimes cross paths with Emily and Campbell.…
    • Chapter 2: Holly and Loss Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Since the Covid-19 pandemic reshaped daily life, Zoom has evolved from a frequently unreliable video conferencing tool into an indispensable platform with advanced features and professional-grade production quality. In Chapter 2, Holly Gibney experiences this transformation firsthand when she attends a virtual funeral for a loved one, a moment that highlights how digital tools have become a vital part of modern communication. Despite being present in the call, she chooses to keep her camera off, a decision…
    • Chapter 40: Holly’s Testimony and the Aftermath of Horror Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin On July 30, 2021, Chapter 40 unfolds as Holly Gibney is summoned to a meeting at Kiner Memorial Hospital, where she is escorted into a conference room occupied by FBI Agent Herbert Beale, District Attorney Albert Tantle, and several other law enforcement officials. The discussion centers on the gruesome cannibalistic crimes that have dominated national headlines, with Holly playing a key role in the case after barely escaping captivity. Seated in a wheelchair per hospital protocol, she is still recovering…
    • Hannah: The Plus-One Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin During the wedding ceremony, The Plus-One feels a distinct sense of separation from the event as she sits among distant relatives, quietly observing from the sidelines. Her attention is split between the unfolding ceremony and the occasional glance at Charlie, her partner, who is deeply immersed in the celebration, interacting with friends and family in ways that make Hannah feel more like an outsider. As the bride, Jules, walks down the aisle, Hannah is struck by a fleeting moment of fear in her…
    • Now: Johnno: The Best Man Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In The Best Man, the protagonist finds himself entangled in a horrifying moment that he cannot escape, a reality that unfolds too quickly for him to control. He kneels beside Will, his hands slick with blood, his breath shallow as he realizes the terrible mistake he has just made—pulling the knife from his friend's chest, thinking for one brief, desperate moment that it might save him. The surrounding darkness seems to close in, pressing against him as he struggles to process what has just happened, but…
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      Chapter 238

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 238 began with Patch feeling emotionally worn and physically drained as he sat motionless on the long-haul bus, his hunger gnawing at him like a slow-burning ember. Each passing minute felt stretched thin, elongated by exhaustion and a mind too full to rest. When the driver pulled over at Rowan Bridge, the scent of warm diesel and night air filled the bus, and a woman boarding briefly caught his attention—her gaze steady and familiar, as though she'd known him from a life already lived. The…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin About the Author, Chris Whitaker has become widely admired for his evocative storytelling and his ability to craft characters that linger in the minds of readers. Known for emotionally layered narratives, he brings a distinct voice to modern fiction, blending suspense with profound character exploration. His earlier novels, Tall Oaks and All the Wicked Girls, received critical acclaim, but it was We Begin at the End that catapulted him into the literary spotlight, earning him a place on the New York Times…
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      Chapter 172

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 172 of All the Colors of the Dark captures a year in the narrator's life after parting ways with Grace. The chapter presents a time of reflection, centered around the life the narrator shares with his daughter, Charlotte. This year is characterized by their daily routines, where each moment spent together highlights the warmth and comfort they find in each other’s company. The changing seasons and the evolving nature of Charlotte’s growth are symbolized subtly through the clothes she wears,…
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      Chapter 151

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 151 opens with Charlotte standing motionless in front of a large TV screen, sunlight pouring across the floorboards beneath her bare feet. The room is quiet, bathed in golden light, amplifying the moment as she stands confidently in her worn denim overalls. Her hair, long and golden like her mother’s, shimmers under the afternoon light. Patch, observing her quietly from across the room, senses something timeless in her presence. Misty, her mother, quietly excuses herself, leaving the two alone,…
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