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      Chapter 34

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 34 opens with the narrator hastily descending the stairs, deliberately avoiding the sight of the recently repaired window. Instead, their attention is diverted to the coffee table, where the vase has been placed back at its center, provoking a complex swirl of emotions. They instinctively reach for the vase and head outside to discard it in the garbage bin, feeling the rain drench them as they bury the broken vase in the bag that holds its shattered pieces from the previous night. This simple…
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      Chapter 64

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 64 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with a charged atmosphere as the protagonist and a younger figure stand outside a small house, bathed in the red and blue flashing lights of police cars. The cold, biting air seems to seep into their bones, but despite this, the narrator grips the smaller hand tightly, an unspoken promise of protection. Both are dressed in flannel pajamas, barely sufficient to shield them from the harsh winter chill, which only heightens the feeling of vulnerability that hangs…
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      Chapter 45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 45 begins with the narrator reminiscing about several painful episodes from their childhood, moments marked by both physical and emotional distress. These memories are vivid and impactful, starting with the incident at age four when the narrator stepped on a piece of sharp scrap metal, an early experience of pain that left a lasting impression. As they grow older, more painful moments arise, such as the fever that consumed them at seven years old, leaving them weak and vulnerable. Then, at age…
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      Chapter 73

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 73 of If These Wings Could Fly takes readers deep into the narrator's emotional struggle as they confront the destructive fire that has erupted. While they firmly assert that they did not physically start the blaze, there is a clear undercurrent of guilt, suggesting that their inner turmoil may have played an indirect role in igniting the flames. The narrator is caught in a conflict between denial and acceptance, acknowledging that while they may not have directly set the fire, their feelings of…
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      Chapter 56

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 56 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist experiencing an intense moment of emotional distress as they find the parking lot unexpectedly empty. Realizing that someone significant has left, the weight of the situation becomes overwhelming, and they are left sitting on the cold ground, struggling to breathe through the heaviness in their chest. As they sit in the chill of the moment, Sofia, a devoted friend, finds them and sits by their side in the freezing mud. Despite the ongoing…
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      Chapter 35

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 35 opens with Leighton feeling emotionally overwhelmed after a disturbing encounter with her father the previous night. Seeking solace, she hurries to Liam’s car, rain pouring down around her, adding to the weight of her distress. As she settles into the car, Liam greets her casually with a “Good morning, beautiful,” a simple phrase that triggers a flood of tears. Despite her best efforts to keep her emotions in check, the pain that has been building up inside her bursts free, leaving her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Auburn, Pennsylvania, serves as the backdrop for Chapter 64 of If These Wings Could Fly, where the chapter is set on December 31, bringing with it a reflection on both human and natural life. The first striking detail presented is the crow population, which at the time is recorded at 84,784. This figure, while specific, carries with it far more significance than just a number; it stands as a representation of the thriving natural world coexisting with the rhythms of human existence. The crow population in…
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      Chapter 46

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 46 begins with Leighton waking up early, feeling a dull stomachache that weighs on her. Her family surrounds her—her mom and sisters—but her attention is drawn outside where the absence of her father's truck indicates that he likely stayed at his workplace, a trailer used by Barnes Construction. This realization brings with it a mix of emotions, as her father’s absence typically suggests that the operations at the construction site are sluggish, especially during the colder winter months.…
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      Chapter 74

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 74 of If These Wings Could Fly delves deeply into a metaphor that portrays the experience of falling, both physically and emotionally. The chapter opens with an intense and urgent situation, where the narrator finds themselves in a position where jumping seems to be the only option. The imagery is stark and evocative, with a "sky on fire" above and a "house on fire below," symbolizing the overwhelming chaos and sense of danger that surrounds them. As the roof begins to give way, a feeling of…
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      Chapter 57

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 57 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with a heavy atmosphere as Erin and her family return from a trip, only to find their home in utter disarray. The moment they step inside, it becomes apparent that something has gone terribly wrong during their absence. The house itself seems to reflect the chaos within: furniture is overturned, walls are damaged, and a picture that once symbolized a joyful homecoming is now shattered on the floor. The destruction serves as a stark visual representation of the…
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