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  • The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou chapter 1 Cover
    by Christopher Hall This Woman Is Unusual Tom is a native New Yorker. He was laid off a few years ago and hasn't been able to find a new job. So, he started driving an unlicensed taxi to support his family of three. One day, Tom drove around the streets for ages but couldn't find a single passenger. Meanwhile, the fuel gauge in his car was dropping rapidly. Just as he was getting frustrated, he saw a woman waving at him by the roadside. It was a single woman carrying a small handbag. Tom drove over and stopped in…
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  • The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou Cover
    by Christopher Hall In the bustling streets of New York, Tom, a laid – off man turned unlicensed taxi driver, is struggling to make ends meet. One day, when his fuel is running low and passengers are scarce, a mysterious woman flags him down. She utters a challenge, naming a destination that would make anyone’s jaw drop – Chicago! Tom, thinking it’s a joke, accepts. But when she readily pays the hefty fare, he realizes she’s serious. As if that weren’t enough, when Tom tries to back out, she pulls out a pistol. What will happen next on this terrifying cross – country journey? Are there any chances for Tom to escape this nightmare? Read on to find out!
    Crime • Humor • Thriller
  • The Fragrance of a Daughter chapter 2 Cover
    by Sabrina Wilkerson When saying goodbye, everyone told Amy's dad to buy his daughter some nice clothes and delicious food and to pay attention to her recuperation. Amy's dad didn't expect the hospital to be so kind. He was so excited that his eyes were filled with tears. He smiled like a child and kept babbling many words of thanks. Then, he held his daughter's hand and happily left the hospital. You know, Amy's dad really listened to the doctors and nurses. As soon as they walked out of the hospital gate, he wanted to buy…
  • The Fragrance of a Daughter chapter 1 Cover
    by Sabrina Wilkerson Amy is a rural girl. She is fourteen years old this year. Due to illness, she was admitted to the county - level hospital in a small town in the United States. In just a few days, it cost several thousand dollars. Amy didn't know what illness she had. She asked the doctor, and the doctor said she had a severe cold and was a bit anemic. She didn't believe it. How could a cold cost so much money? She asked her dad, and he said the same thing. One day, her dad went back home to raise money again. Her aunt…
  • The Fragrance of a Daughter Cover
    by Sabrina Wilkerson In a small – town county – level hospital in the United States, a young rural girl named Amy lies in a bed. Just a simple few days in the hospital have cost her family thousands of dollars. The doctor says it’s just a severe cold and anemia, but Amy suspects there’s more. When her cousin accidentally blurts out the truth – late – stage leukemia, Amy’s world shatters. As her father sells the family cow to raise money, Amy makes a heart – wrenching decision. What will this decision be, and how will it change the lives of her and her father? Dive into this emotional story to find out.
  • Replace the hostage with a blind person chapter 3 Cover
    by Dominique Patrick ### Blind but Wise John had long planned the details of collecting the money. He sent Jones and Gurita to pick up the money. After they left, John brought some food and wine, put them on the table, unlocked George's handcuffs, and smiled sinisterly: "Young man, have something to eat - this is your last meal." George's face changed drastically. He stared at John with his empty eye sockets and pointed at him, saying, "You're going back on your word? Do you want to kill me?" "Your father doesn't know…
    Crime • Literary • Mystery • Thriller
  • Replace the hostage with a blind person chapter 2 Cover
    by Dominique Patrick John was almost furious. When he planned the kidnapping, he knew Evel was in poor health, but he didn't expect the little girl to have such a strange disease that could kill her at any time. He told Jones to comfort Evel well and then quickly went to check the computer. Smith had sent a second email: "Six million dollars is no problem, but it's difficult to get old - fashioned banknotes. I need time to collect them. However, I'm worried about my daughter's illness. Please promise me to exchange me for my…
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  • Replace the hostage with a blind person chapter 1 Cover
    by Dominique Patrick ### Premeditated Smith is the boss of a company. Twelve years ago, his five-year-old son, George, accidentally stabbed his eyes while playing and went blind. To help George become independent, Smith sent him to the best blind school in the United States, located in New York. Five years ago, his wife gave birth to a daughter named Evel. However, Evel was diagnosed with severe diabetes from a young age. Yesterday, Smith's wife went to New York to pick up George, while Smith stayed at home to handle the…
    Crime • Literary • Mystery • Thriller
  • Replace the hostage with a blind person Cover
    by Dominique Patrick In the quiet life of a prosperous family, a storm is brewing. Smith, a company boss, has faced his share of family trials with a blind son and a diabetic daughter. But one fateful day, while he’s dealing with a sudden internet outage, a sinister plot unfolds. John, a former employee with a grudge, hatches a plan to kidnap Smith’s little girl. As the innocent Evel is snatched away, a high – stakes game of ransom and danger begins. What will Smith do to save his daughter? And what unexpected twists await in this tale of revenge and resilience?
    Crime • Literary • Mystery • Thriller
  • Unauthorized Entry chapter 4 Cover
    by Rebecca Moreno The TV signal came back, and the fight continued. In this round, Tyson was hit by a combination of punches and staggered. Fortunately, the ropes saved him from falling. Just then, the round ended. The stranger stood up, looked at the clock on the wall again, and said, "Now you can call the police. But it's 9:20 now, which means I've been here for an hour and ten minutes. If you call the police now, aren't you suspected of harboring a murderer? Think about it. A murderer has been in your house for so long,…
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