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Chapter 53
Chapter 53 of If These Wings Could Fly presents a vivid scene where the protagonist, despite ongoing tensions with her parents, decides to bike three miles to attend a town hall meeting about the crows that have invaded Auburn. With no ride available, she opts to make the journey alone in December’s cold, refusing to ask for help from her parents. When she arrives at the municipal building, she encounters a lone crow perched nearby, a sight that resonates deeply with her as she briefly exchanges a glance…-
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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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Chapter 51
Chapter 51 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with Leighton returning home to find her family gathered in the living room, where her father, burdened by guilt and stress, begins to apologize for his recent outburst. He attributes his actions to the overwhelming pressure of his failing business and his desire to protect his daughters from the harsh realities of his struggles. While his words are filled with remorse, the tension in the room is thick, as his apology doesn’t seem to fully address the root of…-
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Chapter 50
Chapter 50 of If These Wings Could Fly portrays a pivotal moment in the protagonist Leighton's emotional journey as she faces the discomfort of attending a high school art show where her own work is on display. Leighton stands beside her piece, Portrait of an Old Crow, feeling the crushing weight of embarrassment and self-doubt that so often accompanies high school events. The eyes of her peers, the judgment she imagines, and the reality of presenting her personal work push her further into a state of…-
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Chapter 5 – On Some Gilded Misalliances explores the often disappointing results of marriages between American women and foreign aristocrats. Through the experiences of an insightful American lady in Rome, the author reflects on the rarity of truly successful unions in these circumstances, challenging the romantic ideal of marrying into nobility. Once viewing these international unions as fairy-tale endings, the author’s perspective evolves over time, shaped by years of observation and the harsh…-
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Chapter 49
Chapter 49 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with Leighton waking up in Liam’s bed, a situation that fills her with a sense of unease due to the intimacy and closeness of the moment. The warmth of the morning contrasts with the discomfort she feels, heightened by the weight of their developing relationship. When she checks the window, she finds odd gifts left by Joe, tying the present moment back to her past. These gifts, although small, hold a deep significance for her, and she decides to collect them…-
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Chapter 48
Chapter 48 begins with the world still wrapped in the quiet of early morning, the rain softly pattering against the window. I awake long before the sun rises, my mind a blank canvas, suspended between the realms of sleep and wakefulness. In this space, I feel untethered, like a solitary being adrift in the stillness of the dark. As I lie there, suspended in time, a sense of connection slowly reasserts itself—reminding me that I am not alone. Liam’s arm around my ribs and his large hand gripping mine…-
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Chapter 47
Chapter 47 begins with Leighton settling into a quiet Friday evening at Liam's home, enjoying the calm and simplicity of the moment. The atmosphere is peaceful, providing a contrast to the tension she's felt in recent days. After a brief but helpful shower tutorial from Liam, she borrows one of his old football shirts to wear, feeling a sense of comfort in the ordinary. As she explores the house, her fingers lightly graze the picture frames that line the walls, each one holding memories that seem to tell a…-
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Chapter 46
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 45
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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