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Chapter 60
Chapter 60 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with Leighton and Liam revisiting a place from their past, a spot where they once skipped school to escape the pressures of their lives. The cold weather forces them to stay inside the car, but they find comfort in each other's presence, sitting on the hood while gazing up at the starry sky. Despite the chill, they feel a sense of protection from the towering trees around them, which provide a shield from the world outside. This intimate moment comes after a…-
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Chapter 58
Chapter 58 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with an atmosphere of quiet reflection after a tumultuous night. Although the protagonist’s mother has managed to restore their home to some semblance of normalcy, it’s clear that both the emotional and physical scars of the recent events linger. The sense of discomfort is tangible, and the weekend feels long and oppressive, marked by silence and an unspoken tension. Despite the home’s restoration, their father continues to assert control, holding onto…-
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Chapter 61
Chapter 61 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist, Leighton, being summoned out of her art class by Mrs. Riley to discuss an important matter in the newsroom. As Leighton enters the space, Mrs. Riley reveals that the council has decided to award her a scholarship of five thousand dollars in recognition of her essay. This announcement initially fills Leighton with joy, but her happiness quickly turns to confusion when Mrs. Riley informs her that the council has also decided not to publish…-
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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 63
Chapter 63 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with an unsettling scene as the protagonist wakes up early on Christmas Day, disturbed by the loud music of Axl Rose and the raised voices coming from downstairs. Despite the chilling atmosphere, the protagonist hesitantly moves toward their sisters' room and finds them huddled together, visibly frightened by the sounds of the argument downstairs. This moment of fear sets the stage for the chaotic events that follow, as the protagonist listens carefully, piecing…-
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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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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 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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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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