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      Chapter 27

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 27 opens with the protagonist, seeking solace after a taxing and frustrating day filled with the pressures of a literature exam. She finds herself in the newsroom, hoping to escape the weight of her academic responsibilities, when she is greeted by her close friend, Sofia. Sofia, ever perceptive, immediately senses the tension in the protagonist’s mood and tries to lighten the atmosphere with her playful banter. Their conversation is full of teasing, as the protagonist chides Sofia for slacking…
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      Chapter 29

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 29 centers on the newfound excitement in the Auburn Wolves' community as the team celebrates an undefeated season for the first time in nearly two decades. The protagonist’s friend, Sofia, who is a reporter, is eager to interview the protagonist’s father about the team's achievements. This leads the protagonist to accompany Liam’s family to a game, where the shift from their quiet, music-filled car ride to the vibrant celebration after the Wolves’ victory highlights the immense energy and…
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      Chapter 25

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 25 of If These Wings Could Fly explores the narrator’s reflections on the complexities of family dynamics, especially the emotional turmoil that arises from a father’s unpredictable outbursts. The opening of the chapter presents a metaphor that compares the house to a healed bone—once broken but now mended, though still bearing the scars of its past. This powerful metaphor sets the tone for the narrator's journey of grappling with her family’s dysfunction, where the emotional scars of their…
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      Chapter 26

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 26 of If These Wings Could Fly delves into the protagonist’s evolving daily routine, which centers around the comfort she finds in the mornings, particularly in her interactions with Liam. Every day, he drives her to school, and this small but consistent ritual becomes a welcome part of her life, offering her something to look forward to amid the anxiety she feels about the crawl space at night. Their relationship remains friendly and uncomplicated, full of shared conversations and laughter, but…
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      Chapter 22

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 22 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist, Leighton, reflecting on the sunset as she makes her way to Liam's house. The vibrant colors of the sunset contrast with the imperfections of Auburn, a town that holds both beauty and flaws in equal measure. The red glow of the sun brings to mind a chaotic moment with her sister, Juniper, when highlighters were used on the pages of The Bell Jar. This juxtaposition of bright hues against dark words symbolizes the complex, often conflicting…
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      Chapter 23

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 23 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the narrator contemplating the bonfire that burns brightly before her. The flames flicker hungrily, mirroring the turmoil within her mind as she recalls unsettling memories from a past house on Frederick Street. These recollections, paired with the intense heat of the fire, overwhelm her, leaving her feeling emotionally and physically scorched. The sensation of being consumed by the flames is intensified as she struggles with the weight of her thoughts. As…
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      Chapter 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 24 opens with the protagonist returning home after an evening that had, until then, brought her a rare sense of peace. The calm she feels is shattered when she walks into the kitchen and discovers utter chaos: a broken dish in the sink, burnt chicken, and boiling water left unattended, signaling that something went terribly wrong in her absence. As she begins to process the mess, she hears a soft whimper from the living room and finds her younger siblings, Campbell and Juniper, huddled together in…
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      Chapter Twenty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Twenty of "If These Wings Could Fly," the excitement of a crowded football stadium envelops the characters, specifically focusing on Leighton, Juniper, and their parents. Arriving late, the family parks along the road due to the packed lot and makes their way to the game. Juniper eagerly begs for funnel cakes, and after Mom grants her wish for just one treat, they find a spot to watch the game from the sidelines. Sofia, a cheerleader, notices Leighton and rushes over, excited to see her. They…
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      Chapter 21

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 21 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist preparing to visit her friend Liam, who is helping her with art homework. The day begins with her mother casually mentioning that Liam called, which sends the protagonist into a mix of emotions—amused by the idea of having a “boyfriend” yet focused on preparing for the visit. As she heads to the bathroom, her younger sister Juniper, ever curious and a little envious, begins applying lip gloss and questions her relationship with Liam.…
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      Chapter 16

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 16 of If These Wings Could Fly focuses on the narrator’s ongoing struggle with sleeplessness, stemming largely from an intense fear of the crawl space in the basement. This crawl space, concealed behind the staircase, is a dim, damp, and seemingly insignificant area that becomes a powerful source of anxiety for the narrator. What should be a simple, unremarkable space becomes transformed by the narrator’s imagination into a dark, foreboding place that fills her with dread. This irrational…
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