all that remains novel

Perhaps it refers to a type of love that is unique and unexplored, much like a novel experience. It might be a love that is full of surprises and new discoveries at every turn, constantly evolving in unexpected ways.

Well, 'all that remains novel' might refer to the elements in a story, a concept, or an experience that continue to be unique and not yet dulled by repetition. In literature, for instance, it could be the specific plot twists, character traits, or settings that are always fresh no matter how many times you revisit the work.

First, create complex characters with deep - seated emotions. For a tragical romance, give them conflicting desires. Then, set up a situation that is likely to lead to heartbreak, like a love triangle. To make it all remains to be seen, introduce elements of mystery, like a secret from the past that could change everything. Don't be too quick to resolve conflicts.

There were novels similar to "All Gods Fall, Only One Man Remains" Book of Troubled Times, Author: Ji Cha 2:"Spiritual Realm Walker", Author: Xiao Langjun 3: The Tang's Table, Author: Jie and 2 4."King of Familiars", Author: Light Spring Flowing Sound Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation, Author: Mi Tian Building National Forensic Medicine, Author: Zhiniao Village 7:"Wait, Heroine." Author: Guan Guan Gongzi 8: Mantang Colorful, Author: Weird Cousin 9:"Hidden Dead Corner", Author: Get Lost Final Divine Duty, Author: Tuoba Goudan Beyond Time, Author: Er Gen "This Game Is Too Real." Author: Chen Xing LL Red Heart Sky Patrol, Author: What's the Matter? Ring of Destiny, Author: Squid Who Loves to Dive National Master of Ming Dynasty, Author: West Lake Encountered Rain Choose a Day to Ascend, Author: Otaku Pig 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" Author: What's Wrong? Deep Sea Ember, Author: Yuantong Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of Demonic Martial Arts, Author: Wenplagiarism 20:"Who told him to cultivate!" Author: The Whitest Crow The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."Book of Troubled Times":"Book of Troubled Times" is a fantasy novel, but it's more of a martial arts novel. The author Ji Cha's writing was as excellent as ever, giving off a feeling of elegance. Compared to the bookish style of the previous books, the protagonist was more heroic and his writing strength was better than before. The plot was compact, with many foreshadowing, and the unfolding plot was fascinating. The characters in the book were drawn in three-dimensional, without facial makeup. The lofty sentiments of all kinds of characters were vividly displayed. Overall, this book was very impressive, and the recommendation index was.🌟🌟🌟🌖Whether it was from the content of the book, or from outside the book to life, emotions, psychology, society, history, they could all be inspired. 2. Spirit Realm Walker: Golden Legend The newspaper seller's new work had made a breakthrough on the basis of retaining the author's previous humorous and relaxed style of writing. With a modern city as the background, it tells the story of a chosen youth with supernatural powers who pretended to be an ordinary person. By chance, he was involved in a series of events that involved the invasion of the foreign world. He overcame the various weaknesses of human nature, grew up, realized his value, and finally saved himself and the world, protecting the story of the love of his heart. The main character's ability was the Night Wandering God. He was an assassin and a Taoist priest. He had entered the Spirit Realm in the early stages and was related to supernatural beings and ghosts. He had the ability to control Yin objects. The opening events were exquisitely set and the plot was thrilling. The suspense caused by it made people unable to sleep at night. I'm looking forward to the follow-up development! 3."The Tang's Table":"The Tang's Table" is an unforgettable historical novel. The author used delicacies as a metaphor to vividly describe the prosperity and magnificence of the Tang Dynasty. The main character in the story, Yun Chu, narrated the history of the Great Tang from a unique perspective. At the same time, there was no lack of humor. The description in the book was very realistic, making people feel as if they were in that era. The author's accumulation in history was admirable. The words in the book were smooth and the plot was stable. It was very enjoyable to read. This book passed through the ceiling of history and was worth reading. 4."King of Familiar":"King of Familiar" was a new book that was as light as a spring, continuing his usual style of writing about beasts. This book was still a relaxed and happy pet story, making people feel happy and harmonious. Every book written by the author, Er Quan, was worth reading, and this one was no exception. The story was full of pretentious, hot-blooded, and funny elements, making people laugh. As a top-notch author of the Beast Tamer School, Er Pun's new book was definitely not to be missed. Regardless of whether it was a reader who liked familiars or a reader who was new to the genre, they would be filled with anticipation for this book. 5: Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation: Save Stream: It's recommended. The writing style is not bad. [Key words: Time travel, Xianxia/Wuxia genre, no obvious cheat, villain faction characters] [Description: The main character has transmigrated to the son of the villain boss in the game world. The main character knows the complete plot and the location of most of the treasures.] [Strengths: Excellent writing, like a god opening a side account.] Even though the plot was similar to the rise of a weak chicken, the details were handled well and did not make people feel uncomfortable. Each conflict was not abrupt. What some people might not like was that the updates were so slow that it made people feel like the author was fishing for time to write a chapter. The protagonist was not the Virgin Mary, so there was no inexplicable kindness. [PS: A detailed evaluation after 100 chapters.] Although this book doesn't have any common elements with this book, it's good enough for me to recommend it (°3°) 2022/11/19 6. National Forensics: Author: Shiniao Village (Great God) Tagged: urban business war workplace connecting to Total Words:160.54w True number of fans: 19.14 million Total Collection: 52.00000 Total recommendation:121.09w [Alliance Leader Count:25] First Order:13958 [Corpse: Are you polite?] 7."Wait, Heroine": Wuxia (I can't tell if it's high or low martial arts for the time being). I understand everything. I strongly recommend it. 8."Mantang Colorful Colors":"Mantang Colorful Colors" was a fascinating novel. The author used the Tang Dynasty as the background and incorporated suspense elements, which aroused the interest of many readers. The author's description of historical facts was outstanding, making this novel extremely attractive. The plot and the characters in the story were also very impressive, and people couldn't help but want to find out. At the same time, the author's writing style was also likable. It formed a sharp contrast with his previous works, giving people different thoughts and inspiration. Whether it was from the plot or the content of the book, it gave people a lot of enjoyment and happiness. In addition, the author's other works also received high reviews, making people look forward to his new work. All in all, I highly recommend the book, Mantang Colorful Colors. I believe that readers will also be deeply attracted by it. 9."Hidden Dead Corner":"Hidden Dead Corner" was a thrilling novel. By describing the growth and transformation of the protagonist in a strange space, it made people feel endless thrills and excitement. The author used his unique writing style and storyline to bring the readers into a world full of strangeness and evil. When the protagonist was facing a life-threatening situation, he strengthened his ability by absorbing flowers, demonstrating his intelligence and courage. The plot was compact, fascinating, and irresistible. Whether it was the plot or the character, this book left a deep impression on everyone. I recommend this book to readers who like horror and fantasy. I believe this book will bring you a different reading experience. 10."Final Divine Duty":"Final Divine Duty" is an outstanding work. The author uses the style of the 'Get Out of the Way'(High Martial Arts Style) to show the wonderful rhythm of leveling up. The plot was compact, and the protagonist leveled up very quickly, making people look forward to the later development. The author's writing was very skilled, and his worldview was also very good. The various concepts and forces were very rich, and the timing of the introduction was very appropriate. It did not make the readers feel that they had to change the map rigidly. Currently, the protagonist was about to change maps and enter the official faction for the first time. What followed was a very difficult plot, but he hoped that the author could write a good outline to avoid the phenomenon of a happy scene. In the entire story, the description of the space mecha was very exciting, giving people the feeling that it was the Empyreal Dragon. The roars of the gods and devils in the abyss made people feel the uniqueness of this era. The main character, Lu Yuan, brought along an attribute panel that allowed him to change his class indefinitely. In this era where new and old techniques, technology and divine power collided, he stumbled his way here. The author's class change plan was very attractive and brought endless possibilities to the protagonist. Lu Yuan looked at his hands that were gradually covered with black scales. The black hair on his back danced wildly without any wind. His scarlet eyes stared at the human-shaped mechanical body that streaked across the night sky like a meteor. He smiled and muttered to himself in a low voice,"Now..." I should be able to tear a mech apart with my bare hands…" This line gave people unlimited expectations and challenges. Overall,"The Final Divine Order" was a very outstanding work. The author's writing was very skilled, and his worldview was also very good. The various concepts and forces were very rich, and the timing of the introduction was very appropriate. It did not make the readers feel that they had to change the map rigidly. He hoped that the author could write a good outline to avoid the phenomenon of a happy one and make the story more exciting. 11:"Beyond Time": The Strange Wind Immortal's Heroic Story has returned to its original starting point ~ I'm looking forward to it! "This Game Is Too Real":"This Game Is Too Real" was a novel about traveling through the wasteland. The author used the players as the main storyline and brought the readers into a wonderful world. The author's knowledge of science, engineering, and finance added a sense of realism to the book, although it might be difficult for readers who did not know the relevant content to understand. The highlight of the book was the description of the war scenes and the fun of clearing the wasteland, especially the author's description of the construction of the fallout shelter, which made people feel the joy of clearing the wasteland. In terms of writing style and logic, the book showed a certain standard, and the story was also very attractive. In terms of character description, the author's description of the protagonist was also quite accurate, especially the emotional sustenance of the middle-aged man and his nostalgia for the old days. It was empathetic. The depth of the book's thinking was also quite good. The hard work and struggle of the male protagonist Chu Guang and the players made people feel the power of hope and unity. Overall,"This Game Is Too Real" was a fascinating wasteland novel. The author used the game setting as the main plot and combined the elements of the wasteland to show the readers a grand and real game world. Whether it was the writing style or the plot, it brought great pleasure to reading. I recommend this book to readers who like wasteland novels. I believe you will like this book. Red Heart Sky Patrol: Red Heart Sky Patrol is an unforgettable novel. The plot was thrilling, and each volume had a unique overall design that made it impossible to predict the final outcome. Although some of the foreshadowing was too long and the overall situation was a little depressing, this did not affect the excitement of the novel. The author had constructed a world full of fantasies, allowing people to immerse themselves in it. Even though the pace of the early stage was not good enough, it took off immediately after the first volume, making it difficult for people to extricate themselves. The background of the story was very attractive, and the quality of the post-production was also maintained quite well. The entire book was irresistible. I strongly recommend it to all novel lovers who like the Xianxia world. Ring of Fate: The Secret World Part 2 In the year 1368, at the end of July, Crimson would descend from the sky. The Fool who didn't belong to this era, the mysterious ruler above the gray fog, the King of Yellow and Black who wielded good luck. After witnessing the end of the Battle of Jingnan, Jiang Xinghuo, who was the target of the Ten Clans Execution, finally heaved a sigh of relief. As a transmigrator, he could return to the modern world for eternal life after transmigrating for nine lifetimes. Jiang Xinghuo, who felt that he was about to succeed, was so bored that he began to teach in prison, but it seemed that something was wrong... As a snake hunter, Xu Ying had always been honest and diligent until this day when he caught a different snake... On the first day of the third month, incense was burning everywhere in the Divine Land. The statues that protected the villages, towns, cities, and counties woke up one after another to enjoy the sacrifices of the people. However, from that day onwards, the world was in chaos. "Who's in Love After Rebirth?""Who's in Love After Rebirth?" was a novel about urban rebirth. It told the story of a college student who started his own business. The author was very familiar with the character design and plot. Every character was lifelike and left a deep impression on people. In particular, his deep writing skills made the entire plot flow smoothly and exciting. Every story was brilliant, and every character had their own unique charm and personality, making people unable to help but be fascinated by them. The writing style was humorous, and there were various jokes and memes from time to time, showing the author's exquisite writing skills. Overall, this was a delightful and fascinating novel that was worth reading. "Deep Sea Ember" was a shocking sci-fi epic. The author used a grand narrative style and exquisite writing style to vividly display all kinds of characters. The hero of the story, Duncan, and his crew witnessed the vision of the sea, unveiled the long-sealed truth, and opened up a new route to the new world. The author's description makes people feel as if 19:"Cultivating in the Demonic Martial World": Duke Wen Chao has also opened a book. It seems to have been more than half a year. It is said that after marriage, his writing is more coquettish than before. "Who told him to cultivate!" A new book by a Dacheng stage author! It was still the same familiar fun, at least these few chapters were quite interesting. You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.

It could mean that out of a whole set of things, only certain elements still have the quality of being novel. Say, in a long - running series of books, as the story progresses, most of the ideas become familiar, but there are some aspects like new relationships between characters or unexpected revelations that 'all that remains novel'.

Well, from such a novel, one can expect a rollercoaster of emotions. There might be heartbreak, as is typical in a tragical romance. The 'all remains to be seen' part implies that there could be unexpected twists and turns. Maybe the characters will face insurmountable obstacles in their relationship, or perhaps there will be a glimmer of hope that keeps the reader on edge, waiting to see if the romance can survive.

Wanrong's body had not been found yet. According to different accounts, there was a saying that her body was casually thrown into a smelly ditch, and there was also a saying that she was buried in Nanshan, Yanji City, but the exact burial place was still unknown, and her bones were nowhere to be found. The whereabouts of Wanrong's body remained a mystery.

There were novels similar to Remnant Scar: Book of Troubled Times, Author: Ji Cha 2:"Spiritual Realm Walker", Author: Xiao Langjun 3: The Tang's Table, Author: Jie and 2 4."King of Familiars", Author: Light Spring Flowing Sound Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation, Author: Mi Tian Building National Forensic Medicine, Author: Zhiniao Village 7:"Wait, Heroine." Author: Guan Guan Gongzi 8: Mantang Colorful, Author: Weird Cousin 9:"Hidden Dead Corner", Author: Get Lost Final Divine Duty, Author: Tuoba Goudan Beyond Time, Author: Er Gen "This Game Is Too Real." Author: Chen Xing LL Red Heart Sky Patrol, Author: What's the Matter? Ring of Destiny, Author: Squid Who Loves to Dive National Master of Ming Dynasty, Author: West Lake Encountered Rain Choose a Day to Ascend, Author: Otaku Pig 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" Author: What's Wrong? Deep Sea Ember, Author: Yuantong Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of Demonic Martial Arts, Author: Wenplagiarism 20:"Who told him to cultivate!" Author: The Whitest Crow The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."Book of Troubled Times": Holding a sword, drinking in Jianghu, slender waist and light palm. This was the best work written by the author, Ji Cha. Up until now, he had 234 leagues and 2.48 million fans. It seemed to prove that the author's pen strength was gradually increasing, making people feel straight after reading it! The love and hate between him and his female confidantes made people shout for him to hurry up and not sleep at night! I want to see blood flow like a river! The lovely Yang Yang, the big sister Hong Ling, the demoness Chi Chi, the turtle and turtle three ladies, the pitiful female protagonist with all kinds of personalities and images, made people say that this was Ji Cang! There are many female leads! awsl! 2.<<Spirit Realm Walker>>: From ancient times to the present, it is rumored that there is a Spirit Realm in the world. Regarding the Spirit Realm, there were many different opinions among the famous people of the past dynasties. "From Qi to Tang, the mountains are desolate and the spirit realm is lonely. Few people visit." "Spirit Realm is hard to come by, but Ghost Craftsmen are hard to come by." 3."The Tang's Table":"The Tang's Table" is an unforgettable historical novel. With the dining table of the Tang Dynasty as the background, the author portrayed the political, cultural, and social changes of the Tang Dynasty through various dishes. The plot was compact and fascinating, making one feel as if they were in that era. The author's writing was exquisite, making people feel as if they could smell the fragrance of food and feel the prosperity and vitality of the Great Tang. This book was not only a historical novel, but also a feast of history and culture. It allowed people to appreciate the charm of the Great Tang and feel the aura of that era through reading. I strongly recommend The Tang's Table. I believe that everyone who has read this book will be attracted by its charm. 4."King of Familiar":"King of Familiar" is a book that makes people's eyes light up. It has no traces of a routine, and the style of writing is relaxed and not oppressive, giving people a pleasant reading experience. This book told the story of a teenager and a husky in a new era. The author's writing was excellent and made people look forward to it. Overall, I give this book a recommendation score of 8.3. The setting of this exquisite book was very outstanding, and there were also many cool points. It allowed people to read many chapters in one breath. It was definitely a book that was highly recommended. Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation: Not Bad 6. National Forensic Medicine: recommendation index:️️️️️ The plot was very compact, and there was a lot of forensic knowledge. It made people's scalps tingle, but they couldn't stop. The logic of the story was very strong, and there were basically no bad points. They could read many chapters in one breath. 7."Wait, Heroine": Quite chivalrous and tender, well written. 8."Mantang Colorful": Recently, I like to read historical articles… The author,[Weird Cousin], wanted to use this book to become a god, so he immediately opened this book after the end of the Song Dynasty. The updates were also awesome, and it could be said to be a sincere work. Currently, he had more than 100 chapters. The style was political, the plot was compact, the characters were vividly portrayed, and the speed was fast, so his results on the leaderboard were also very good. However, some readers also reflected that if the plot and character image of this type of novel were not grasped well, it would give people the feeling of playing house. Fortunately, the author's ability was obvious. Those who mind the speed of the car should enter carefully. Those who liked history and politics could give it a try. 9."Hidden Dead Corner":"Hidden Dead Corner" is a book that scram. At first, it may cause some resistance, but his works are sometimes difficult to evaluate. However, this book was still quite suitable for reading. It was simple and easy to understand. It told the story of the main character fighting the dungeon. The main character also had a golden finger that could transform into an armored warrior. Get Lost's new book,"The Second Watch Beast," was also quite good. Although the beginning was a little poisonous, it gradually became fascinating as the story developed. The protagonist's cheat could absorb the words of different flowers to form a floral mecha. The content of this book was quite attractive. It was similar to the infinite style, but there was no exchange of combat power. The protagonist was also very special. His golden finger was a variety of armor that could be upgraded. The author's writing skills were outstanding, and the supporting characters 'IQ was barely acceptable. Overall, this book had a score of 80. It was a rather attractive work. "Final Divine Duty":"Final Divine Duty" is a novel setting of science fiction + fantasy supernatural martial arts novel. The author, Tuoba Goudan, attracted the attention of many readers with his unique setting and wonderful plot. The advantages of this book were very obvious. Firstly, there were layers to the world view. The first ten chapters introduced the martial arts system by the needs of the protagonist. Chapter 54,"The appearance of the evil cult" expanded the world view. Chapter 84,"The Organization of Transformed Humans" was officially launched. At the same time, there was a hidden line,"The archaeological work of the White Mountain era", which maintained suspense from beginning to end. Secondly, the character creation was naturally not exaggerated. Every character had a unique memory point, and the image would change according to the protagonist's cognition. Thirdly, the leveling rhythm was smooth and reasonable. The protagonist gradually became stronger, and the progression of the plot was also in line with the development logic. Finally, it's style "Beyond Time":"Beyond Time" was a particularly good novel. It was a new novel with a big ear and was also the last of the trilogy. This book is not just a novel. It inspires people to think about the difference between life and death, and what is waiting for us outside of time. This was Er Gen's sixth novel after "The Rebel Immortal","Seeking the Demon","I Want to Seal the Heavens","One Thought of Eternity", and "Three Inches of Humanity". The theme of the book was heavy, but the author's writing was excellent, making people immersed in it. Although the quality of the later chapters needed to be improved, overall, Beyond Time was a novel worthy of recommendation. 12:"This Game Is Too Realistic": This is the first book I read by Chen Xing. At first, I felt that it had a faint taste of "Super Divine Mechanic". Perhaps it was because of the similar settings. In short, the content was not bad. However, I felt an inexplicable sense of impulsiveness when I reached chapter 180. Perhaps it was because of me, so I decided to pass this book to everyone. Those who don't like to follow updates suggest to wait a little longer. This book is a little short. 13:"Red Heart Sky Patrol": Orthodox Immortal Cultivation Style. Take it slow. If you have the patience, you can watch it. After the first few chapters, it will take off. Ring of Fate: The Secret World Part 2 In the year 1368, at the end of July, Crimson would descend from the sky. His heart was surging, his imagination was infinite, and he waved his hand against the wind. The young man was undefeated and hot-blooded! 15:<<State Preceptor of Ming Dynasty>> If You Were Reborn to the Ming Dynasty, What Would You Do? Was he going to use his nine years of compulsory education to plant the banner of the iron-blooded Ming Dynasty everywhere he looked? The reclusive big shot had been thrown into prison and witnessed the Battle of Jingnan. He was about to face the death of ten clans. Have you ever seen him teaching in prison? Emperor Yongle asked you to be the national teacher. He sought death wholeheartedly and used modern knowledge to shock the world. Look at the five dragons in the Ming Dynasty, and look at the outrageous operation of the emperor. The regrets of the past can get a different ending here. Elements of the work: Time travel #History #Teaching #Wisdom battle #Strategy Work Status: Series Author Rating: Baole Baole Baole "Personal evaluation of the work: Just a few words, far beyond the understanding of the times. A few casual words are the Dragon Slaying Technique. Let's see what kind of sparks will be produced when the thoughts of later generations collide with Zhu Di!" It was a pity that the main character was suitable for establishing politics, suitable for empty talk, and not suitable for doing practical things. The plot was too idealistic. However, the writing and plot were first-class and not bad. It was just that it was a little difficult to implement. "Ascending on an Choosing Day": Otaku Pig,"Ascending on an Choosing Day" [Total ranking of Hundred Alliances: 146] 2022 Hundred Alliances Ranking: 4 [Hundred League Badge Release Time: 2022-5-1] Book Title: Ascending on a Chosen Day Author: House Pig [Author Level: Platinum] [Alliance Leader Count: 483] [Silver Grand Alliance: 29] [Golden Sect Leader: 5] Fans/10,000: 327 [Category: Xianxia-Fantasy Cultivation] Total Words/Ten Thousand: 224 Date of publication: April 6, 2022 [Hundred League Time/Day: 25] Last updated: 2022-5-13 [First Order: 43,900] Average: Not counted [Completed: No] End date: × Writing time/day: × Date: January 18, 2023 "Who's in Love After Rebirth?""Who's in Love After Rebirth?" was a fascinating novel. The author brings the readers into a world full of passion and emotion with delicate strokes and keen insight. The protagonist of the story, Jiang Qin, was reborn. He was determined to change his fate and pursue wealth and freedom. By describing Jiang Qin's hard work and struggle, the author showed the story of an ordinary person who kept working hard to pursue his dream. The story was compact and fascinating, making it impossible for people to stop reading. In addition, the author's writing style was elegant and smooth, giving people a gentle and poetic feeling. The whole book was filled with hope and expectation, making people feel the enthusiasm of youth and the longing for the future. Overall,"Who's Going to Fall in Love After Rebirth" was a delightful and positive book that was worth reading. "Deep Sea Ember" is an incredible novel. The author attracted the attention of the readers with his unique storyline and exciting plot. The story took place in a world sealed by thick fog. The protagonist became the captain of a ghost ship and faced a fragmented world. The author skillfully used steampunk elements to make the story full of mystery and fantasy. In addition, the author also ingeniously incorporated nautical and sailor elements, making the readers feel as if they were in a world full of adventure and exploration. Although the story was short, it left a deep impression. He looked forward to the author's more exciting works in the future. Overall, this book was a work that people looked forward to and was worth reading. 19."Cultivation in the Chaos of the Demonic Martial World":"Cultivation in the Chaos of the Demonic Martial World" is an unforgettable novel. With his unique creativity and superb writing skills, the author, plagiarist, successfully created a character who attacked the foreign world. The main character of the story, Fang Xi, transmigrated to a cultivation world full of monsters and martial artists and began his wonderful adventure. The author cleverly combined the rules of the cultivation world with the heavy blows of the foreign world, bringing a refreshing reading experience to the readers. The plot was compact, the characters were vivid, and it was fascinating. The plagiarist's writing style was unique, full of imagination and creativity. Whether it was from the content of the book, or from the perspective of life, emotions, psychology, society, and history, this book gave people inspiration and thought. I strongly recommend 'Cultivating in the Demonic Martial World' and give it a four-star recommendation index. "Who told him to cultivate!"⭐⭐⭐ The number of updates was small because there were too few updates. It was still the same as the previous book. Waiting for updates was too tiring. It was like squeezing toothpaste every day. You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.

Often, the core themes and main character arcs remain true. For example, if it's a romance novel, the love story and its development usually stay consistent.

The Remains of the Day is a great read. The prose is elegant and the story is both sad and thought - provoking. Stevens' journey, both physical as he travels across England and emotional as he looks back on his life, is engaging. It shows how a person can be so consumed by their job and a particular way of life that they miss out on so much. The ending is especially bittersweet, leaving the reader with a lot to think about.