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Lily 3
The chapter opens with Lily reflecting on the metaphor of "falling in love," comparing it to the precarious moments of a roller coaster ride or a misstep on a ladder. She emphasizes the lack of a soft landing, suggesting that love often leads to heartbreak. This sets the tone for her current emotional turmoil, as she grapples with the aftermath of revealing a painful secret to her boyfriend, Asher, who has since distanced himself from her. The imagery of falling underscores her vulnerability and…-
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Chapter 16: Alice
The chapter "Alice" from *Leaving Time* explores the profound maternal instincts and communal care systems of elephants, drawing parallels to human parenting. The narrator reflects that elephants might be the best mothers in nature, attributing their patience and devotion to the extended two-year pregnancy period. Elephant calves are cherished and indulged, allowed to behave mischievously without reprimand, highlighting the unconditional love and protection they receive. The bond between mother and calf is…-
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FOUR
The chapter opens with Ellie, a burned-out lawyer, reluctantly agreeing to serve as Katie Fisher's legal guardian after a tense courtroom scene. Despite her initial hesitation, Ellie finds herself committed to the role, though Katie's resentful gaze makes it clear she doesn't welcome the arrangement. The judge sets bail conditions requiring Ellie to stay with Katie, a decision that shocks Ellie and sets the stage for an uneasy dynamic between the two. Leda, a supportive figure, reassures Ellie while…-
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Olivia 9
The chapter opens with Olivia’s tense courtroom testimony, which fails to convincingly support her son Asher’s innocence. Her lawyer, Jordan, is furious, accusing her of undermining the defense by revealing unnecessary details about her past relationship with Braden. Olivia admits to withholding information, but Jordan’s anger escalates as he blames her for damaging the case. The situation worsens when Asher, visibly distressed, interrupts to demand he be allowed to testify, believing the jury needs…-
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Chapter 27: Jenna
Jenna visits The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, where she observes the facility's storefront adorned with images of elephants, including Maura, her mother's favorite. The sanctuary promotes a philosophy of "protected contact," emphasizing positive reinforcement over traditional bull hooks. As Jenna explores, she contrasts this approach with the "free contact" method used at her mother's former sanctuary, hinting at past tragedies. Her curiosity leads her to sneak into the sanctuary grounds by hiding in…-
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FIFTEEN
The chapter opens with Ellie struggling with morning sickness as she prepares for an important court day. Katie and Sarah discreetly support her by providing chamomile tea and saltines, avoiding heavy foods that might upset her stomach. Ellie initially suspects Sarah knows about her pregnancy, but Katie clarifies the tea was meant to calm nerves for the trial. The exchange reveals Katie’s past experience with pregnancy, hinting at a deeper connection between the characters as they head to court with Leda…-
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Chapter 6: Alice
The chapter explores the complex emotional responses of elephants when encountering the remains of their own species, particularly focusing on whether they can distinguish between bones of familiar individuals versus strangers. Observations of elephants in the wild have shown clear signs of grief—silence, physical drooping, and gentle touching—when they come across elephant bones. However, scientific experiments conducted in Amboseli, Kenya, aimed to test this further by presenting elephants with…-
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Chapter 38: Alice
The chapter opens with Alice reflecting on the disappearance of her daughter Jenna, whose body was never found despite Alice having witnessed her lying in an enclosure. Unable to contact the police without revealing her own whereabouts, Alice obsessively monitors news from afar while grappling with overwhelming grief. She describes seeking therapy under a false identity, questioning whether her persistent hallucinations of Jenna’s cries are normal. The therapist’s ambiguous response—"It is normal for…-
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Olivia 4
The chapter opens with Olivia reflecting on how quickly abnormal situations become normalized in her life, from grieving her father's death to adjusting to visiting her son Asher in jail. She describes the stark contrast between visiting Asher with his attorney, Jordan, where they discuss legal strategies in private, and visiting alone, where she must communicate through Plexiglas in a crowded room. During their personal visits, they avoid discussing the case, instead focusing on mundane topics like sports…-
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Chapter 17: Jenna
Jenna is walking along a state highway when Serenity pulls up in her car, offering her a ride home. Jenna hesitates, reluctant to engage in a conversation about Virgil, whose presence or opinions she clearly resents. Their interaction is interrupted by a police officer, leading to a tense but brief exchange. Jenna eventually gets into Serenity’s cluttered car, where she folds a dollar bill into an elephant—a skill her mother taught her. This act sparks a reflection on her complicated feelings about her…-
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