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      Chapter 22

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 22 opens with Patricia feeling emotionally drained, choosing to retreat into her own space and away from the ongoing tension at home. She heads to bed early, sensing that her relationship with Carter is fraying at the edges, but instead of confronting her feelings, she lets him handle the kids while he tries to keep their home running. After dinner, Carter takes the initiative to have a serious talk with their children, Blue and Korey, while Patricia takes a step back, not ready to engage in their…
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      Chapter 20

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 20 opens with Will and Jim, both trapped in frustrating situations at home. Their parents, burdened by their own worries and frustrations, express their discontent, sending the boys to their rooms, hungry and full of confusion. The evening unfolds with growing chaos, as the tension in the household escalates—doors slam shut, and locks are heard clanking. Will, feeling isolated and cut off, stands by his door, reflecting on the silence that surrounds him. His thoughts turn to Miss Foley, someone…
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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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      Sanctuary: Reid

      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense confrontation between Reid and Blaise, a loup garou whose son, Adrien, was killed by Reid’s fellow Chasseurs. Blaise reveals the depth of his loss, explaining how Adrien was adopted after his biological parents were slain and how Blaise’s mate later took his own life in grief. Reid, overwhelmed by guilt, struggles to respond as Blaise demands retribution for the bloodshed. The emotional exchange underscores the cyclical nature of violence and the personal toll it takes on…
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      Prologue

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Prologue — this tale begins and ends in blood, the one constant across generations. From the moment life begins—screaming, wet, and stained by birth—it sets a tone that is rarely acknowledged in polite conversation. Death has grown quiet in modern times, often masked by sterile hospital beds, silenced by ventilators and numbed by machines that bleep until they don’t. Five girls were brought into the world the same way many are—greeted not just with warmth but also with a rush of red, wrapped…
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      Chapter 34

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 34 begins with the arrival of Slick at the hospital, where her condition is rapidly deteriorating. The doctors are perplexed by her symptoms, which are progressing at an unusual rate. They’ve confirmed that Slick suffers from an autoimmune disease, where her immune system is attacking her own cells, yet the cause of her ailment remains unclear. Despite the doctors' efforts to manage her oxygen levels and monitor her health, there is a pervasive sense of uncertainty. For Patricia, the confirmation…
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      Title Page

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the dedication of "If These Wings Could Fly," the author pays tribute to significant figures in their life. The dedication begins with heartfelt words directed to the author's little brother, Jackson, characterizing him as a star that illuminates their universe, humorously noting his greater height. The mention of Kayleigh and Katharyn highlights the essence of companionship in confronting darkness, symbolized by their shared act of wielding flashlights together, portraying unity and bravery. There is…
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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…
    • by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts an emotionally charged moment between Lou and Reid as they grapple with grief and self-acceptance. Lou reflects on Reid's troubled past, acknowledging how few people have genuinely loved him—including his adoptive father, the Archbishop, who recently died. Despite Reid's flaws and their complicated history, Lou recognizes his deep need for love and comfort. Their embrace becomes a sanctuary as Reid processes his loss, revealing his fear that the Archbishop would have hated him if he'd…
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      Chapter 11

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 11 starts with Patricia confiding in Carter about what she’s witnessed. He listens, but doubts linger behind his calm voice. Though not outright dismissive, Carter implies her fears might be amplified by the grim stories her book club reads. When Patricia insists on installing a security alarm, Carter offers compromises—promising to come home before dark, suggesting time will change how she feels. Her concerns are minimized, not maliciously, but through a familiar kind of disbelief women often…
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