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Dark Magic

ralucanarita

Primrose Titan is the Goddess of Death, an ancient deity who reaps the souls of the dead and rules the Underworld. All life ends with death, and in death, there is no happiness. Primrose knows this better than anyone, and her heavy responsibility has twisted her reality, purging her of all feelings for humans-or so she believes. When the Demon King Lucifer escapes his prison in Hell and threatens chaos on the human world, Primrose must hunt him down. The High Court, a council of deities, is skeptical Primrose can handle Lucifer on her own and appoints the handsome yet icy Atlas Grimm, one of the fabled Grimm Brothers, to assist her. Strange, dark magic and supernatural creatures sent from the Devil himself stand in their way, along with political enemies acquired over the millennia. (Raluca Narita)
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Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon

Jules Verne

This adventure novel follows the journey of Joam Garral, a wealthy plantation owner in Peru, who embarks on a long and perilous voyage down the Amazon River with his family. The journey, covering 800 leagues (approximately 2,400 miles), is undertaken on a massive timber raft. While the trip is meant to be a wedding voyage for Garral’s daughter Minha, it soon becomes a desperate race against time when Garral is accused of a crime he did not commit. As they travel through the lush and dangerous Amazon rainforest, they encounter wildlife, hostile environments, and deceitful adversaries. The story is rich in descriptions of Brazilian culture, flora, and fauna, blending elements of adventure, mystery, and legal drama. The tension builds as Joam Garral’s past is revealed, and the group must uncover the truth before reaching the end of their journey.
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From the Earth to the Moon; and, Round the Moon

Jules Verne

Jules Verne’s From the Earth to the Moon and its sequel Round the Moon follow an ambitious journey to space long before real-world space travel was possible. The story begins with the Baltimore Gun Club, a group of American artillery enthusiasts who devise a plan to launch a projectile to the Moon using an enormous cannon. Led by President Impey Barbicane, along with his rival Captain Nicholl and adventurous Frenchman Michel Ardan, they construct the massive Columbiad cannon in Florida. In Round the Moon, Barbicane, Nicholl, and Ardan embark on their voyage inside the projectile. They experience weightlessness, breathtaking views of space, and a close lunar flyby before gravity pulls them back toward Earth. After a tense reentry, they safely splash down in the Pacific Ocean. These novels, filled with scientific speculation, humor, and adventure, showcase Verne’s visionary imagination and remain a cornerstone of early science fiction literature.
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The Mysterious Island

Jules Verne

Jules Verne’s The Mysterious Island follows a group of five American prisoners who escape the Civil War by hijacking a hot air balloon. They are blown off course and crash onto a remote, uncharted island. Stranded, they use their ingenuity and survival skills to build a new life, uncovering the island’s hidden resources and strange mysteries. As they explore, they encounter unexpected dangers, including wild animals, pirates, and unexplained phenomena. Mysterious interventions aid their survival, leading them to the shocking revelation that the island harbors a secret benefactor—Captain Nemo of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. This classic adventure novel is a thrilling tale of survival, science, and discovery, showcasing Verne’s fascination with exploration and human ingenuity.
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Around the World in Eighty Days

Jules Verne

Jules Verne’s Around the World in Eighty Days follows the thrilling journey of Phileas Fogg, a wealthy and precise English gentleman, who wagers that he can travel around the world in just 80 days. Accompanied by his loyal French valet, Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a whirlwind adventure using steamships, trains, and even an elephant to meet his deadline. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including natural obstacles, transportation delays, and the relentless pursuit of Detective Fix, who mistakenly believes Fogg is a bank robber. Their journey spans exotic locations such as India, Japan, and the American Wild West, leading to unexpected twists and near-misses. With time running out, Fogg and Passepartout make a dramatic return to London, believing they have lost the wager—only to realize that by crossing the International Date Line, they have gained a day and won the bet. This classic novel is a fast-paced tale of adventure, ingenuity, and perseverance.
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Mansfield Park

Jane Austen

Jane Austen's Mansfield Park follows Fanny Price, a shy and virtuous young woman from a poor family who is sent to live with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park. Despite her lowly status within the Bertram family, Fanny quietly observes the moral flaws and romantic entanglements of those around her. As Fanny grows up, she remains steadfast in her values, often acting as a moral compass for others. She harbors unspoken love for her cousin, Edmund Bertram, who is infatuated with the charming but superficial Mary Crawford. Meanwhile, Fanny must fend off the advances of Mary’s unscrupulous brother, Henry Crawford, whose intentions are questionable. The novel explores themes of morality, social class, and personal integrity. In the end, Edmund recognizes Fanny’s worth, and the two find happiness together. Mansfield Park is one of Austen’s more serious works, delving into the complexities of character and the consequences of one’s choices.

Northanger Abbey

Jane Austen

Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey is a coming-of-age story and a playful satire of Gothic novels. The protagonist, Catherine Morland, is a naive and imaginative young woman who is invited to stay with wealthy friends in the city of Bath. There, she experiences the excitement of social life, forms friendships, and meets the charming Henry Tilney, with whom she begins to fall in love. Catherine is later invited to visit Henry’s home, Northanger Abbey, a grand estate that sparks her imagination. Influenced by the Gothic novels she loves, Catherine becomes convinced that the Abbey hides dark secrets. However, her fantasies are soon dispelled, and she learns to distinguish between fiction and reality. The novel concludes with Catherine maturing through her experiences, ultimately finding love and happiness with Henry. Northanger Abbey is a witty exploration of youthful innocence, the power of imagination, and the dangers of misjudging people and situations.

Emma

Jane Austen

Jane Austen's Emma follows the story of Emma Woodhouse, a wealthy, clever, and self-assured young woman who takes great pride in her matchmaking skills. Living in the quiet village of Highbury, Emma meddles in the romantic lives of her friends and neighbors, often with unintended consequences. Believing she will never marry, Emma focuses on pairing others, particularly her friend Harriet Smith. However, her misguided efforts lead to misunderstandings and heartache for those involved, including herself. Along the way, Emma begins recognizing her flaws and misunderstandings about love and relationships. The novel concludes with Emma realizing her true feelings for her long-time friend, Mr. Knightley, leading to a mutual declaration of love and a happy engagement. Emma is a witty exploration of self-discovery, social class, and the complexities of human relationships.

The Son of Tarzan

Edgar Rice Burroughs

The Son of Tarzan (1915) is the fourth novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Tarzan series, focusing on Korak, the son of Tarzan and Jane Porter, as he embarks on his own thrilling journey in the African jungle. The story begins when Jack Clayton, Tarzan’s son, is lured into danger by Nikolas Rokoff, a recurring villain seeking revenge. After escaping captivity, Jack finds himself stranded in the wilderness, where he must rely on his survival instincts to endure the dangers of the jungle. Under the name Korak the Killer, Jack becomes a ferocious warrior, mirroring his father’s strength and resourcefulness. Along the way, he befriends Akut, an ape, and rescues Meriem, a young girl who has been mistreated by her captors. Together, they face wild animals, hostile tribes, and treacherous enemies as they grow closer and fall in love. Meanwhile, Tarzan and Jane search desperately for their missing son, leading to an emotional reunion and the triumph of justice and family bonds.

The Beasts of Tarzan

Edgar Rice Burroughs

The Beasts of Tarzan (1914) is the third novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Tarzan series, continuing the exciting adventures of Tarzan as he faces new dangers and challenges in the African jungle. The story begins with Nikolas Rokoff, Tarzan’s old enemy, escaping from prison and seeking revenge. Rokoff kidnaps Tarzan’s wife, Jane, and their infant son, Jack, and takes them to a remote island. Tarzan is also captured and abandoned on the same island but manages to escape with the help of wild animals, including Sheeta, the panther, and Akut, the ape. Using his remarkable bond with animals, Tarzan assembles a beastly army to hunt down Rokoff and rescue his family. The novel follows Tarzan’s survival, strategy, and leadership as he navigates the dangerous wilderness, battles pirates, and faces betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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The Return of Tarzan

Edgar Rice Burroughs

The Return of Tarzan (1913) is the second novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Tarzan series, continuing the thrilling adventures of Tarzan, the ape-raised hero struggling between his wild upbringing and civilized identity. The story picks up after the events of Tarzan of the Apes. Heartbroken after learning that Jane Porter is engaged to another man, Tarzan leaves America and travels to Europe and North Africa. Along the way, he confronts criminals, spies, and traitors, including the cunning Nikolas Rokoff and his accomplice Alexis Paulvitch, who plot to kill him. After surviving these challenges, Tarzan eventually returns to the African jungle, where he encounters the lost city of Opar, a mysterious and ancient civilization filled with gold and ruled by the high priestess La, who becomes infatuated with him. Tarzan’s journey is filled with danger, romance, and intrigue as he battles enemies, discovers treasure, and fights for his love for Jane Porter. The story concludes with Tarzan reclaiming his birthright and finally winning Jane’s heart.

The Gods of Mars

Edgar Rice Burroughs

The Gods of Mars (1913) is the second novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Barsoom series, continuing the thrilling adventures of John Carter on the planet Mars (known as Barsoom). John Carter returns to Mars ten years after being mysteriously transported back to Earth at the end of A Princess of Mars. He arrives in the Valley Dor, believed by Martians to be heaven, but he quickly discovers it is actually a deadly trap ruled by the sinister Therns, a manipulative priesthood. Carter, along with his Martian friend Tars Tarkas, fights to escape the valley, exposing the false religion and oppressive hierarchy of Barsoom. Along the way, he encounters new allies, including Thuvia, a brave and loyal Martian woman, and struggles to reunite with his beloved Dejah Thoris, who has been imprisoned. The novel is packed with battles, prison escapes, and otherworldly landscapes, leading to a cliffhanger ending that sets the stage for the next book, The Warlord of Mars. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Tarzan of the Apes

Edgar Rice Burroughs

Tarzan of the Apes (1912) is the first novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs’ iconic Tarzan series, which tells the story of John Clayton, the orphaned son of an English nobleman who is raised by apes in the African jungle after his parents die. Named Tarzan, meaning "White Skin," by the ape tribe that adopts him, he grows up learning the ways of the jungle, developing extraordinary strength, agility, and survival skills. Despite being raised by animals, Tarzan discovers his human heritage after encountering Jane Porter, an American woman stranded in the jungle. Tarzan’s struggle to reconcile his wild upbringing with civilized society unfolds as he falls in love with Jane and faces challenges that test his identity and loyalty. The story explores themes of nature vs. nurture, civilization vs. savagery, and love.

A Princess of Mars

Edgar Rice Burroughs

Published in 1912, A Princess of Mars is the first novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs' Barsoom series. It introduces readers to John Carter, a Confederate veteran who mysteriously finds himself transported to Mars, known as Barsoom to its inhabitants. On Mars, Carter discovers that various exotic and warring races inhabit the planet, including the green-skinned, four-armed Tharks, and the red-skinned humanoids. Due to the planet's lower gravity, Carter gains superhuman strength and agility, making him a formidable warrior. Carter soon encounters Dejah Thoris, the beautiful princess of Helium, and falls in love with her. His journey to rescue her and prevent conflicts among Martian tribes is filled with battles, political intrigue, and romance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Doctor Dolittle's Post Office

Hugh Lofting

Doctor Dolittle's Post Office (1923) is the third book in Hugh Lofting’s Doctor Dolittle series. In this installment, Doctor John Dolittle, the veterinarian who can talk to animals, decides to establish a postal service for animals to improve communication between species worldwide. After returning from his earlier adventures, Doctor Dolittle realizes that animals need a reliable way to exchange messages across distances. With the help of his loyal animal companions—including Polynesia the parrot, Chee-Chee the monkey, and Jip the dog—he sets up an animal post office using birds as mail carriers. The story follows the humorous and heartwarming escapades of Doctor Dolittle and his animal friends as they deliver letters, solve mysteries, and help animals in need. Highlights include rescuing a stolen pearl, teaching birds to read, and managing postal routes through jungles and deserts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)