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4. School
School, 1952, was a pivotal year in Kya Clark’s life, as she faced the daunting reality of being thrust into a world far removed from the one she had known in the swamp. Her life, up until then, had been one of isolation and solitude, with only the occasional fleeting visit from her father and minimal social interaction with anyone other than the creatures and natural wonders around her. One day, her world was shaken when an unexpected car arrived, bringing with it the truant officer, Mrs. Culpepper, and…-
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39. Chase by Chance
Chase by Chance, the chapter unfolds in the early hours of an August morning in 1969, where Kya sets out once again to Cypress Cove, drawn by the memory of discovering rare toadstools in the area in the past. Although it was unusually late in the season for mushroom foraging, the cove's cool and moist conditions offered a glimmer of hope that she might once again find these elusive fungi. For more than a month since Tate had left her a compass—a thoughtful gift that Kya had neither acknowledged nor…-
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38. Sunday Justice
Sunday Justice marks a turning point in Kya’s life, as Chapter 38 of the book set in 1970 reveals her first steps into the courtroom of Barkley Cove for her murder trial. Kya, long isolated from the community and now thrust into its unforgiving gaze, steps into the crowded courtroom in stark contrast to the seclusion she has known in the marshes. Dressed in black slacks and a white blouse, with her wrists bound by handcuffs, Kya’s vulnerability is on full display as she faces the judgment of the public…-
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35. The Compass
The Compass takes center stage in Kya’s life during July 1969, marking a period of emotional reflection and personal achievement. Kya receives a copy of The Eastern Seacoast Birds, a book she had contributed to with a painting of a herring gull, now immortalized on the cover. Elated by this recognition, she decides to take the book to her favorite oak clearing, a place where she often seeks out mushrooms, perhaps in an attempt to reconnect with the simpler parts of her life. While at the clearing, Kya…-
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34. Search the Shack
Search the Shack, set in 1969, opens with Sheriff Joe and Ed arriving at Kya’s isolated shack deep in the marshlands, armed with a search warrant aimed at finding crucial evidence related to Chase’s mysterious death. The scene is painted with a contrast of the natural world that envelops the shack, with the sounds of the marsh and the movement of wildlife creating a peaceful ambiance. However, the gravity of their task looms large as they step into Kya’s world, filled with tension and an undercurrent…-
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33. The Scar
The Scar, set during the winter of 1968, introduces a transformative moment in Kya’s life when she is startled by the unexpected arrival of a man in a military uniform at her isolated shack. Upon closer inspection, the man is revealed to be Jodie, her long-lost brother, though he is only recognizable by the prominent scar on his face. The scar, a tangible mark of their traumatic past, triggers a whirlwind of emotions and memories for Kya as she is confronted with the reality of their family’s…-
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31. A Book
A Book came into Kya Clark’s life in 1968, marking a significant turning point in her journey as she entered her twenty-second year. This new chapter in her life was brought about by the publication of The Sea Shells of the Eastern Seaboard, a project that had taken years of dedication and careful study. Kya’s meticulous collection of shells from the beaches of North Carolina, accompanied by her artistic paintings, had culminated in a work that would bring her recognition and success she had long lived…-
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30. The Rips
The Rips pull Kya into their deadly grip in 1967, as she releases her boat into the sea, determined to face the fury of the water. Driven by an overwhelming emotional storm, she curses as she heads straight into the violent rips of the Gulf Stream, a territory she had always avoided. Kya, experienced in navigating the calmer, more predictable currents of her coastal home, now seeks to confront the much more dangerous waters that symbolize the depth of her anguish and inner turmoil. The rips, with their…-
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29. Seaweed
Seaweed, a common element in Kya’s familiar marshland world, came to symbolize the painful isolation she began to feel in 1967. Throughout the years, Kya had developed a deep connection to the wild and the creatures she shared her world with, and while her life had been solitary, it had also been peaceful. This sense of isolation began to shift when Chase, a recurring presence in her life, started visiting her shack during the weekends. His visits offered a brief but cherished escape from her loneliness,…-
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27. Out Hog Mountain Road
Out Hog Mountain Road, in 1966, Kya and Chase started their morning together with a modest but meaningful breakfast. This quiet moment, set in the familiar surroundings of their shared life, marked a significant milestone—almost a year of being together. Chase, with an unexpected sense of commitment, shared his future plans with Kya, telling her that he wanted to build a home for her, an idea that made Kya feel both cherished and hopeful for a future she had long desired. Her heart, filled with dreams of…-
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