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Chapter 19 — The Grand Prix
Chapter 19 – The Grand Prix captures Paris at its most theatrical, where society’s performance reaches its final act beneath the June sun. Held on the second Sunday of the month, the Grand Prix isn’t just a horse race—it’s a ceremonial finale to the Parisian spring season. Originating in 1862 through the collaboration of Napoleon III and prominent railway companies, the event was strategically designed to rival England’s Derby, offering substantial prizes to draw crowds and boost rail travel.…-
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Chapter 41
Chapter 41 begins with a cozy, intimate scene as the narrator and her sisters find comfort in each other’s presence, nestled under blankets on their bed. With their long hair cascading over the mattress, the atmosphere is warm and filled with the soft hum of conversation. The girls are all gathered together, taking refuge in this sacred moment of sisterly bonding. Campbell suggests the idea of a movie marathon for the upcoming weekend while their father is away on a work trip, and excitement quickly…-
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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 30 – The Faubourg of St. Germain begins with a portrayal of Paris’s most guarded social enclave—a bastion of aristocracy that, much like the ancient Chinese elite, regards outsiders as unworthy of inclusion. The Faubourg of St. Germain, synonymous with old nobility and unyielding tradition, remains a stronghold where lineage trumps wealth and historical legacy overshadows personal achievement. Despite significant political shifts and even imperial efforts by Napoleon III and his consort…-
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Chapter 52
Chapter 52 of If These Wings Could Fly begins in the stillness of a cold winter night, where the characters find a rare moment of solace together, huddled inside an armoire. The house, though seemingly safe, carries an unsettling atmosphere, amplified by the howling wind and the eerie creaks that echo through the darkened spaces. To ease the tension, the narrator engages in comforting activities, such as playing games and telling stories to Juniper, who eagerly asks for a tale. These small acts of…-
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Author’s Note
Author’s Note: In the opening chapter of If These Wings Could Fly, the author offers a deeply reflective and intimate look into the often-overlooked experiences of domestic violence. The narrative, set within the framework of a small town, unravels the complexities of survival in an environment shaped by abuse, while also shedding light on the intricacies of self-awareness in such challenging circumstances. The author’s primary goal is to give voice to individuals who might not immediately recognize…-
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Chapter 9 — Social Suggestion
Chapter 9 – Social Suggestion explores the powerful, yet often unnoticed, influence that social environments have on shaping individual preferences, opinions, and behaviors. The chapter begins by discussing how social contexts subtly mold our perceptions of success and failure, particularly in areas like entertainment, art, and fashion. It asks the reader to reflect on how often personal tastes are shaped not by independent thought but by the collective sentiment of a group. Through anecdotes, the author…-
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Chapter 31
Chapter 31 unfolds as a brief moment of peace, offering a welcome respite from the usual chaos that engulfs life. Saturday night is spent in quiet harmony, with the girls immersed in their reading, while I struggle with the complexities of Portrait of an Old Crow. This rare calm provides a fleeting sense of normalcy, and I savor the tranquility that fills our home. After enduring a life filled with constant turmoil, experiencing a little boredom is nothing short of magnificent. The stillness in the air is…-
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Chapter 62
Chapter 62 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with a reflective moment about a house that has stood for generations, originally constructed by the speaker’s paternal grandfather. This ancestral connection evokes questions about the true essence of the house itself—was it merely built from timber, nails, and bricks, or does it carry something deeper, something tied to the emotional weight of its creators? The speaker contemplates whether their grandfather’s character, neither entirely evil nor wholly…-
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Chapter 20 — “The Treadmill”
Chapter 20 – "The Treadmill" begins with the weary voice of a woman crushed beneath the weight of her daily obligations. Her letter outlines a life dictated by endless engagements—sporting events, committee meetings, fundraising luncheons, music lessons, and obligatory dinners—all leaving no space for reflection, rest, or even a moment with a book. Her schedule, far from being leisurely or fulfilling, reads more like the itinerary of a public figure than that of a private individual. This exhausting…-
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