A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 12: Darkness
by Charles Dickens
Carton overhears Madame Defarge's plan at the wine shop. Carton helps to secure safe passage for Lucie and Dr. Manette.
Carton overhears Madame Defarge's plan at the wine shop. Carton helps to secure safe passage for Lucie and Dr. Manette.
A woman employs Sherlock Holmes to keep watch over her as she takes a mysterious position as a governess. The woman has to comply to bizarre requirements and senses something amiss in the environment of the house.
Oliver and Nancy proceed to Bill Sikes' house. Sikes gives a stern warning to Oliver.
The French and Indian war rages on as the author describes the many dangers of the land surrounding the Fort William Henry.
Old Osborne has plans for little George, attempting to make amends for his previous actions. Amelia makes a friend in order to see George. Dobbin inquires about Amelia.
Utterson begins investigating the mysterious Mr. Hyde. He finds himself haunted by nightmares. He looks for Dr. Jekyll.
Ali, one of the slaves of the Count of Monte Cristo, helps to save Madame Villefort and her son Edward.
Hilda wanders into a cathedral and becomes entranced by its magic.
When Gaudfrey Staunton disappears, Cyril Overton asks Holmes to investigate. Dr. Armstrong is suspected.
The community is interrupted during their first evening together by the arrival of Hollingsworth and a mysterious stranger.
Sherlock Holmes investigates the disappearance of a race horse and the murder of its trainer.
Phoebe takes Clifford to the front window to gaze at the street outside. Clifford is horrified at an organ-grinder’s monkey. Phoebe goes to church and, though they dress and attempt to go, Clifford and Hepzibah realize that they cannot go any farther.
Carol pays a visit to Guy Pollock's law office. Guy reveals his true feelings for Gopher Prairie.
Mark and Ruth sailed on the Wildfire. The ship catches fire and all must escape on pilot boats. They watch the Wildfire’s destruction. The kids go to New York and see their uncle.
Coverdale, Hollingsworth, and Foster are forced to take on an unhappy midnight search, with tragic results.
William and Frances continue their married life together, with continued contact with Hunsden.
Mrs. March departs after receiving word of Mr. March's health. Jo makes a sacrifice to provide for the family.
Basil comes to see Dorian after hearing news of Sibyl. He inquires about showing the portrait of Dorian
In Bombay, Phileas and Passepartout are joined by a Brigadier General, who proceeds to share his opinions with Phileas Fogg. Passepartout makes an alarming discover fearing that Phileas may be in danger of losing his wager.
Polynesia, having already convinced the doctor to take a vacation, attempts to influence even more. Doctor Dolittle and his friends begin their trip home.
The narrator describes the Ward’s heron and his experiences looking for them.
After a conversation with Bresnahan, Carol's opinion of Will becomes more critical. A visit from Will's friends causes tension in the Kennicott home, eventually resulting in a extreme request by Carol. Bea's departure leaves Carol doing all the housework. Will's proposal of building a new house only leaves Carol more frustrated than before.
The story opens with the murder of Ronald Adair. Holmes tells Watson his account of tangling with Professor Moriarty and explains his expectation that someone will attempt to murder him. He sets up a dummy across the street, which is shot with an airgun. The killer is arrested.
Priscilla visits Coverdale with a gift. Hollingsworth and Coverdale argue about the ideas of philanthropy.
Sumner and Worth struggle to escape the fire, but are confused by the dense smoke. They finally find assistance in the form of Ul-we.