If you Touch them they Vanish

Name: If you Touch them they Vanish
Author: Gouverneur Morris

The novel If you Touch them they Vanish by Gouverneur Morris follows the story of a young woman named Lily who discovers she has the ability to make people disappear when she touches them. As she navigates her newfound power, she must also confront her own past and the secrets that have been kept from her. The book explores themes of identity, family, and the consequences of our actions.

By Gouverneur Morris · First published 1937 · Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance · 12 chapters · 21,101 words

First lines

Old Martha wondered if the Poor Boy would have a smile for her. He had had so many in the old days, the baby days, the growing-up days, the college days, the "world so new and all" days. There were some which she would always remember. The smile he smiled one Christmas morning, when he put the grand fur coat around her shoulders, and the kiss on her cheek. The smile he smiled that day when they met in front of the photographer's, and he took her in and had their photograph taken together: she sitting and glaring with embarrassment at the camera, he standing, his hand on her shoulder, smiling -- down on her.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gouverneur Morris
Date: 1937 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Adventure, Drama
Length: 21,101 words
Structure: 12 chapters, 606 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Fantasy — The narrative involves elements of the supernatural and fantastical occurrences that drive the plot.
Mystery — The story contains enigmatic events and characters that create suspense and intrigue.
Romance — There are romantic elements and relationships that are central to the character development and storyline.
Adventure — The plot includes adventurous undertakings and explorations that propel the narrative forward.