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The Lacuna
The Lacuna is a multigenerational historical novel blending fact and fiction, following a writer entangled in political turmoil and artistic creation across Mexico and the U.S., revealing hidden truths through fragmented narratives and personal diaries.
Adonis- my alpha
Arya Bithwood is the daughter to an alpha king of pack Lacuna, she hates the responsibilities of being of royal blood and being born into a kingdom pack of fighters and warriors she has been trained to be a warrior since the day she was born. Her whole family are of warrior blood, so when an alliance is formed between their pack and the pack Solasta she would never have imagined that King Dimitri's son would be her fated mate. Adonis Thorin is her mate but her brother Sean demands that she reject him, will Arya follow her heart or stay loyal to her brother's wishes?
30 Chapitres
Ex-Husband's Regret
Ava: Nine years ago I did something terrible. it wasn't one of my best moments but I saw an opportunity to have the guy I've loved since I was a young girl and I took it. Fast forward to years later and I'm tired of living in a loveless marriage. I want to free both of us from a marriage that should never have taken place. They say if you love something.... It was time to let him go. I know he'll never love me and that I'll never be his choice. His heart will always belong to Her and despite my sins, I deserve to be loved.Rowan: Nine years ago, I was so in love I could barely see right. I ruined it when I made the worst mistake of my life and in the process I lost the love of my life. I knew I had to step up in my responsibility and so I did, with an unwanted wife. With the wrong woman. Now she has once again flipped my life by divorcing me. To make matters even more complicated, the love of my life is back in town. Now the only question is, who is the right woman? Is it the girl I fell head over heels in love with years ago? or is it my ex wife, the woman I never wanted but had to marry?
684 Chapitres
Sinful Temptation
"Where will you hide, doll?" His deep raspy voice resonated in an empty, dark classroom.
Her heart thudded in her ears. Her feet involuntarily moved back, shoulders shrinking in fear as he took threatening steps towards her like a predator.
"N-no..." She stuttered, chin-wobbling, lips trembling. The certainty of her being alone in the presence of this beast-like man had her legs going jello.
Emma was scared. So damn scared. "You can't deny me, Belle. I'm your mate. You're fucking mine!" He growled.
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Emma Belle Richardson is a 17-year-old nerd who dedicates herself to schoolwork and books rather than socializing. She doesn't have any friends and is an outcast. She has more to her than anyone can imagine. She prefers to stay under the radar, but what happens when she'll catch the eyes of the man who will cause catastrophe in her peaceful life.
Xander Colt is a 27-year-old mysterious man with extremely good looks. There was nothing known about him. The Greek God-like man with sharp green eyes, and dark tattoos, who could easily be considered a top-notch model or a beast-like warrior came as a mathematics teacher in the middle of a semester.
Strange wasn't it!
Naive girl
Alpha male
Erotica
Hot Romance
Student and Teacher
Werewolf
Warning ️ 18+
102 Chapitres
The Alpha Claimed Me Deeply
She's trying to escape.
He's looking for revenge.
She stumbles.
He catches.
She holds a secret.
He wants to unravel it.
It's impossible for them to be mates.
But destiny had other plans.
Xavier Knight thinks having a mate makes one weak. But can he really resist the bond that has entwined the two so deeply? Especially when he needs to have a taste of her to calm his raging beast? Her taste alone has become an addiction he craves severely, so how long can he hold off from marking her as his?
Warning! MATURE CONTENT!
81 Chapitres
Alpha Asher
Lola always assumed that her and her boyfriend Alpha Tyler were mates. On Tyler's 18th birthday, her world comes crumbling down. Broken hearted, she flees from her pack for an entire year. Tragedy forces Lola to return home where she finds the infamous Alpha Asher in charge. This time around, Lola may actually have a shot at happiness. That is, until she finds out who her mate truly is~~~for updates, aesthetics, and more, follow my ig xendmostmarsx, or my fb at Author Jane Doe!
250 Chapitres
The Marvelous Elijah's Return
With a divorce paper through at him, Elijah watched the woman he love walked away with another man. His father was right, this world is filled with hypocrites and devils in sheep's clothing, and he can never let his heart rule over his head, for a woman or anyone, and this lesson was coming true now.
Revenge was the only thing Elijah was looking forward to. But revenge has no place for the weak, and it cannot be satisfied with anything lesser than perfection, and he knew that.
Yet, just as he was starting his journey to great power and vengeance, a girl surface in his life, and when he looked in eyes, he saw...
190 Chapitres
What Awards Has The Barbara Kingsolver Novel The Lacuna Won?
1 Réponses2025-04-17 21:29:50
Barbara Kingsolver’s 'The Lacuna' is one of those novels that doesn’t just tell a story—it leaves a mark. I remember picking it up years ago, and it’s stayed with me ever since. The awards it’s won are a testament to its depth and brilliance. It snagged the Orange Prize for Fiction in 2010, which was a huge deal. That award, now known as the Women’s Prize for Fiction, celebrates outstanding novels by women, and 'The Lacuna' absolutely deserved it. Kingsolver’s ability to weave history, politics, and personal narrative into something so cohesive and moving is unmatched.
What I love about 'The Lacuna' is how it doesn’t just focus on one thing—it’s a tapestry of themes. The novel also won the Indies Choice Book Award for Adult Fiction in 2010, which is voted on by independent booksellers. That says a lot about its appeal to readers who really care about literature. It’s not just a book you read; it’s a book you discuss, dissect, and recommend to others. The way Kingsolver explores identity, art, and the power of storytelling through the life of Harrison Shepherd is masterful. It’s no wonder it resonated so deeply with both critics and readers.
Another accolade worth mentioning is its nomination for the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction. While it didn’t win, being shortlisted is still a significant honor. The PEN/Faulkner Award is one of the most prestigious literary awards in the U.S., and 'The Lacuna' being in that conversation speaks volumes about its quality. Kingsolver’s writing is so vivid and immersive—it’s like stepping into another world. The novel’s historical backdrop, from the Mexican Revolution to the McCarthy era, is meticulously researched, and it shows. It’s not just a story; it’s an experience.
What’s fascinating to me is how 'The Lacuna' manages to feel both timeless and timely. It’s a novel that tackles big ideas—censorship, art, and the immigrant experience—but it does so with such humanity and grace. The awards it’s won are well-deserved, but what’s even more impressive is how it continues to find new readers and spark conversations. It’s the kind of book that stays with you long after you’ve turned the last page, and I think that’s the highest praise any novel can receive.
What Historical Events Are Featured In 'The Lacuna'?
3 Réponses2025-06-27 16:33:27
As someone who devours historical fiction, 'The Lacuna' by Barbara Kingsolver is a masterpiece weaving real events into its narrative. The novel plunges into the Mexican Revolution, vividly portraying the chaos and ideals of figures like Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo. It doesn’t shy away from the brutality of the era, showing how art and politics collided in their home. Then it shifts to the U.S. during the Red Scare, capturing the paranoia of McCarthyism. The protagonist’s involvement with Trotsky adds another layer, highlighting the exiled revolutionary’s final days. Kingsolver doesn’t just mention these events; she makes you feel the dust of Mexico City and the tension of 1950s America. For those craving more, 'The House of the Spirits' by Isabel Allende offers a similar blend of personal and political upheaval.
How Does 'The Lacuna' Explore Identity And Art?
3 Réponses2025-06-27 18:22:56
Barbara Kingsolver's 'The Lacuna' digs deep into the messy intersection of identity and art through its protagonist, Harrison Shepherd. This guy's life is a wild ride—born to a Mexican mother and American father, he never quite fits anywhere. His art becomes his refuge, but even that gets tangled in politics. Writing secret diaries lets him craft his own narrative, yet public perception keeps twisting it. The novel shows how art can both reveal and conceal identity. Shepherd's historical novels about Aztec emperors mirror his own struggles with cultural belonging. What struck me is how Kingsolver portrays artistic creation as both liberation and confinement—the lacuna (gap) in the title refers to missing pages in history, but also to the voids in Shepherd's own life that art attempts to fill.
What Awards Did 'The Lacuna' Win?
3 Réponses2025-06-27 05:08:22
I remember 'The Lacuna' getting some serious recognition back when it came out. The big one was the Orange Prize for Fiction in 2006, which was a huge deal—it’s now called the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Barbara Kingsolver absolutely deserved it; the way she wove history and personal narrative together was stunning. The book also snagged a spot on the New York Times bestseller list and was a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award. It’s one of those novels that sticks with you, mixing Mexican history with American McCarthyism in a way that feels both epic and intimate. If you haven’t read it yet, I’d say grab a copy—it’s worth every page.
Who Is The Protagonist In 'The Lacuna'?
3 Réponses2025-06-27 02:14:34
The protagonist of 'The Lacuna' is Harrison Shepherd, a fascinating character who straddles two worlds. Born to a Mexican mother and American father, he grows up in Mexico during the turbulent 1930s and 40s. Shepherd starts as a cook for artists like Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, which gives him a front-row seat to political upheavals. What makes him compelling is his dual role as both participant and observer - he gets swept up in historical events while maintaining enough distance to document them. His later career as a novelist in America shows how he processes these experiences through fiction. Shepherd's quiet introspection contrasts sharply with the larger-than-life figures around him, making his perspective uniquely valuable.
Is 'The Lacuna' Based On A True Story?
3 Réponses2025-06-27 05:03:45
I recently finished 'The Lacuna' and was fascinated by its blend of history and fiction. While the novel isn't a true story in the traditional sense, it cleverly weaves real historical figures like Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Leon Trotsky into its narrative. The protagonist, Harrison Shepherd, is fictional but interacts with these historical personalities in ways that feel authentic. Barbara Kingsolver did meticulous research to recreate 1930s Mexico and 1950s America, giving the story a documentary-like feel. What makes it special is how it uses this historical backdrop to explore timeless themes of identity and political persecution. The McCarthy-era sections particularly resonate because they mirror real witch hunts from that period.
Why Is 'The Lacuna' Considered A Political Novel?
3 Réponses2025-06-27 14:18:06
Barbara Kingsolver's 'The Lacuna' digs deep into political tensions through the eyes of Harrison Shepherd, a writer caught between two worlds. The novel spans the Mexican Revolution and the McCarthy era in the U.S., showing how politics shape lives. Shepherd's work with Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo immerses him in radical leftist circles, while his later life in America exposes him to anti-communist hysteria. The book doesn’t just recount history—it dissects how ideology manipulates truth. Shepherd’s manuscripts being censored mirrors real-world suppression of dissent. Kingsolver makes politics personal, showing how systems crush individuals, especially artists and outsiders.
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