Great Expectations
Chapter 57
by Charles Dickens
Pip, in extreme debt, falls ill. Joe comes to Pip's aid bring news of home. Pip decides to return home.
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A Victorious Union
Chapter II: “The Departure of the Expedition”
by Oliver Optic
Christy assembles the crew for his mission. They disguise themselves and set out to discover what they can.
The Story of Siegfried
Adventure 3: “The Curse of Gold”
by James Baldwin
Regin tells his story, and Siegfried agrees to go with him to get the treasure.
David Copperfield
Chapter 2: I Observe
by Charles Dickens
David shares some of his earliest memories.
Treasure Island
Part Three: My Shore Adventure, Chapter 15: The Man of the Island
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Jim meets Ben Gunn. Ben tells him useful information about the lost treasure. In return for helping him with a safe passage home, Ben gives him refuge at his house.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Seventh, Chapter 1
by Victor Hugo
Fleur-de-Lys' and two young heiresses gossip in a house across from the Notre Dame in the presence of a young captain, Phoebus de Chateaupers. The captain, having been born into nobility, currently finds himself ill at ease in polite society. Phoebus, having witnessed a performance by Esmeralda, approaches her to discuss the actions of Quasimodo.
The Yellow Fairy Book
The Dragon of the North
by Andrew Lang
A youth steals a magic ring from a witch-maiden in order to slay a dragon, but suffers her punishment for the theft.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter XLV
by Jane Austen
Elinor, in spite of herself, feels for Willoughby, as she is assured of his grief at being forever parted from Marianne and from their family. A marriage proposal is on the horizon.
Babbitt
Chapter 16
by Sinclair Lewis
George continues his attempts at join a local club. Reverend Drew asks for George's assistance.
The Grey Fairy Book
Cannetella
by Andrew Lang
Cannetella doesn’t wish to be married, but agrees to do so if her father finds a man to fit her outrageous demands. Her insistence leads her to trouble, when her husband treats her poorly. She manages an escape, but her husband pursues her, using magic to try to capture her once more.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Chapter IV: The Rabbit Sends in a Little Bill
by Lewis Carroll
Alice is once again approached by the White Rabbit, but finds herself once again changed after having a drink. Alice ventures to the top of a giant mushroom.
Treasure Island
Part Six: Captain Silver, Chapter 30: On Parole
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Livesey arrives to tend to the pirates. Livesey asks for a private meeting with Jim. Silver grants him his wish. Livesey chastises Jim for deserting the Captain. He tries to convince him that they should flee. Jim refuses.
Beyond the City
Chapter VIII: “Shadows Before”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Mrs. Westmacott becomes more acquainted with the Doctor, until it appears they plan to marry. Clara and Ida decide to convince their father not to marry Mrs. Westmacott by imitating her emancipated dress and liberal beliefs.
Anne of Green Gables
Chapter 30: The Queens Class Is Organized
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
Anne is given the opportunity to prepare for the Queen's Academy exam. Matthew's health is cause for concern. Marilla continues to be impressed by Anne.
The Crimson Fairy Book
“The Rogue and the Herdsman”
by Andrew Lang
A lazy farm boy is able to steal sheep, pigs, and oxen from the greatest herdsman of the king. He is rewarded handsomely for his cleverness.
Walden; or, Life in the Woods
Winter Animals
by Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau observes the winter wildlife at Walden Pond.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 37”
by Mark Twain
Aunt Sally becomes suspicious after a number of items disappear, only to re-appear later. Huck and Tom bake a "witch pie" for Jim.
Tales of Terror and Mystery
“The Case of Lady Sannox”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
The husband of Lady Sannox develops a sinister plot when he finds out that his wife is seeing another man.
David Copperfield
Chapter 21: Little Em'ly
by Charles Dickens
While still in London with Steerforth, David pays a visit to Peggotty and receives good news about Little Em'ly and Ham.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 36: The Carnival at Rome
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Franz and Albert enjoy the last day of Carnival. Albert is stuck by the love of a peasant dressed woman at Carnival, who arranges a meeting for the two of them.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter XLII
by Jane Austen
It is April, and the Dashwood girls, the Palmers, and Mrs. Jennings, and Colonel Brandon set out for Cleveland, the Palmer’s estate.
Great Expectations
Chapter 36
by Charles Dickens
Pip turns twenty-one, giving him access to his fortune. Jaggers refuses to reveal the identity of Pip's benefactor.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 80: The Accusation
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Monsieur Noirtier's servant dies.
A Victorious Union
Chapter XII: “A Lively Chase to the South-West”
by Oliver Optic
Christy reports to Captain Breaker. The Bellevite undertakes pursuit of the Tallahatchie.
The Return of Sherlock Holmes
Chapter IV: “The Adventure of the Solitary Cyclist”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Holmes is contacted by Violet Smith. When she is followed by a strange man in a bicycle, Holmes decides to get to the bottom of it. When Violet is abducted, Holmes goes after the cyclist and discovers they’re both on the same side. Holmes tracks down the killers.