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  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 32

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 32
    Mar 6 2026
    In which the restless spirit of human nature is gently examined through the quiet disruptions and shifting relations within the small society of Chapelizod, where even the most humble acts ripple outward to affect many. Captain Devereux, amidst lively discourse and cheerful camaraderie with his companion Puddock, receives a letter that stirs a sober reflection upon duty and kindness, as the evening fades with song and conviviality.
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    11 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 33

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 33
    Mar 6 2026
    In which the young and impetuous Devereux finds himself the subject of cautious concern from his commanding officer, whose judgements are tinged with a doubt born of intimate acquaintance with his habits. Meanwhile, a considerate but calculating relative schemes to steady his fortunes and future, navigating the delicate social conventions of Chapelizod with an eye to both advancement and preservation.
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    9 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 30

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 30
    Mar 5 2026
    In which the attentive Dr. Toole discerns that the troubled Mrs. Mack harbours a secret burden weightier than mere ailment, linked to a cunning woman named Mary Matchwell who adverts a mysterious service in the newspaper. Together, they contrive a stratagem to confront the crafty instigator, unaware of the greater schemes silently unfolding in their tranquil town.
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    14 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 31

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 31
    Mar 5 2026
    In which the household at Belmont becomes the theatre of a subtle yet earnest contention, as Aunt Rebecca, undeterred by opposition, ardently champions the suit of Mr. Dangerfield while her niece, Gertrude, displays a resolute spirit against such designs, sparking a series of domestic skirmishes coloured by familial duty and personal pride. Meanwhile, the air is tinged with a mysterious sombre influence surrounding certain individuals, and surveillance and suspicion gently close in upon Gertrude, who, chafing under such scrutiny, retreats into a solitude marked by silence and sulks.
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    8 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 29

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 29
    Mar 4 2026
    In which gentle domestic anxieties mingle with lively gossip, as Mrs. Macnamara’s ailing condition draws the keen sympathy and whispered curiosity of her family and acquaintances amid the familiar bustle of breakfast and the playful chatter of Miss Magnolia. The scene paints a delicate portrait of social entanglements and whispered secrets, where hopes and jests intertwine, and the lighter airs of youthful intrigue and scholarly musings gently enliven the sombre shade that hangs about the household.
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    18 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 28

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 28
    Mar 4 2026
    In which the stirrings of rivalry and quiet scheming are disclosed amidst the gentle pursuit of angling by the river, revealing a tense undercurrent between men of contrasting temperaments and ambitions. The scene unfolds with a measured grace, as whispered confidences and subtle manoeuvres mingle with the pastoral charm and the soft sounds of a distant band.
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    11 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 27

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 27
    Mar 3 2026
    In which Dr. Sturk, oppressed by uneasy dreams and physical ailments, finds his restless mind haunted by the persistent, shadowy presence of Tom Dunstan and a cryptic, ominous bird, causing turmoil in his otherwise sombre domestic life. Reflecting on his troubles with uneasy confidants, he grapples with financial losses and vexing suspicions, while seeking hope in a potential new appointment that might yet redeem his fortunes.
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    16 min
  • The House by the Churchyard Chapter 26

    The House by the Churchyard Chapter 26
    Mar 3 2026
    In which the lively village of Chapelizod enjoys the stirring strains of the Royal Irish Artillery band, bringing together a motley crowd whose quietly observed interactions reveal the subtle undercurrents of rivalries, affections, and ambitions among its peculiar inhabitants. Meanwhile, the insinuations of schemes and whispered confidences between certain notable personages cast a faint but perceptible shadow upon the otherwise serene autumnal scene.
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    10 min