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Chapter 69
Chapter 69 of If These Wings Could Fly is steeped in an atmosphere of tension and foreboding, as the house is plunged into darkness, the power abruptly cut off. The action unfolds with Leighton and her sisters, Juniper and Campbell, stuck in a dimly lit room, overwhelmed by a sense of fear and urgency that saturates the air. Despite the stillness, the panic within Leighton’s chest is palpable, growing with each passing moment as she listens to muffled voices and heated arguments drifting up from…-
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Chapter 70
Chapter 70 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with a sense of chaos and heightened tension as the air is thick with the scent of smoke, leaving confusion in its wake. This unusual aroma, caused by a fire that doesn’t seem to fit the circumstances, hints at a deeper mystery, as guns typically don’t set fires. Leighton, the protagonist, finds himself pushed against the stairs, with his mother anxiously trying to assess whether he has been injured in the melee. Despite his reassurances that he is…-
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Chapter 71
Chapter 71 of If These Wings Could Fly plunges the reader into a world where tension and uncertainty are ever-present, as Leighton Barnes is forced to confront the painful and life-altering realities that have come to define her existence. The fragility of life and the delicate balance between survival and destruction take center stage as Leighton reflects on a traumatic night that almost claimed her life. During this harrowing encounter, a bullet narrowly misses her, lodging itself deep into the wall of…-
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Chapter 67
Chapter 67 of If These Wings Could Fly delves into a profoundly intimate and emotional moment as the protagonist, Leighton, requests that Liam take her home before the fireworks begin. The holiday season has always been difficult for her, filled with discomfort and lingering emotions that have made her feel disconnected. In response to these challenges, she and her siblings, Campbell and Juniper, created their own set of meaningful traditions, small but significant rituals that help them navigate the…-
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Auburn, Pennsylvania, provides a rich and thought-provoking setting in Chapter 68, with the spotlight placed on the local environment, particularly the remarkable crow population. As of the latest count, the town is home to 97,361 crows, a number that continues to climb year after year. This growing population is not merely a statistic but also a reflection of the changing dynamics within the local ecosystem. The presence of such a large number of crows suggests an ecological balance that is capable of…
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Chapter 68
Chapter 68 of If These Wings Could Fly presents the protagonist in a poignant moment of reflection, standing alone on the edge of the sidewalk as she watches Liam’s red taillights fade into the darkness. This fleeting sight sparks within her a vision of a hopeful future, one filled with promises of happiness and togetherness. For a brief moment, she allows herself to imagine a life shared with Liam, free of the obstacles and struggles that have defined her past. The image of their future together…-
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Chapter 66
Chapter 66: “I HEARD YOUR DAD TRIED TO kill your mom.” And there goes that perfect moment. Liam and I turn to face Brody, who is grinning at me. The police blotter. Liam takes a step toward him, and I grab his arm. “Let’s go,” I say. “Leighton.” Liam’s arm is tight and tense under my fingers. “Let’s just leave.” “But they haven’t even announced the Winter Formal Ice King and Queen,” Brody says. “I hear you two are the favorites.” “Jesus, Brody, how much of a…-
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Chapter 65
Chapter 65 of If These Wings Could Fly introduces the preparations for a special New Year’s Eve evening at Leighton’s house. The atmosphere is filled with excitement as she and her friend Sofia get ready, dressed in striking outfits for the occasion. Leighton dons a black satin dress that perfectly complements her reddish hair, adding a touch of elegance to the moment. The light-hearted banter between the two friends highlights their close relationship, with Sofia humorously likening Leighton to a…-
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Auburn, Pennsylvania, serves as the setting for a quiet yet profound moment in If These Wings Could Fly, set on December 25. In the opening scene, the crow population is revealed to be a staggering 78,460, a precise statistic that immediately draws attention to the natural world around the town. This number is more than a simple fact; it establishes a sense of place and provides a lens through which the reader can reflect on the intersection of human life and the environment. The choice to focus on the…
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Chapter 64
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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