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Chapter 29: Serenity
The chapter "Serenity" delves into the supernatural as the protagonists encounter a poltergeist linked to Grace, a woman who drowned herself after her husband's infidelity. Serenity explains that poltergeists, often misunderstood as mere "noisy ghosts," are manifestations of unresolved anger from those wronged in life. Grace's connection to water manifests in the haunting, with Virgil struggling to reconcile his reliance on hard evidence with the inexplicable events they witness. The tension escalates as…-
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Chapter 28: Alice
Alice, the narrator, reflects on her fractured marriage and precarious family dynamics while sitting in the attic of the African barn. Her husband, Thomas, has returned after months away for mental health treatment, but their relationship remains strained. Though he appears stable and has resumed managing their elephant sanctuary, Alice harbors deep distrust, especially after past violent episodes. Their interactions are tense, limited to polite exchanges in front of their young daughter, Jenna, and heated…-
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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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Chapter 26: Alice
The chapter "Alice" explores themes of resilience and new beginnings as the protagonist adjusts to life after her partner Thomas's unexplained absence. Over two months, Alice discovers unexpected strengths, balancing her scientific work with managing the elephant sanctuary. Her daughter Jenna blossoms during this time, developing language skills and curiosity about the world. The passage highlights how Alice and Gideon, her dedicated colleague, form a partnership to keep the sanctuary running, often…-
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Chapter 25: Virgil
Virgil and Serenity rush to catch a flight to Tennessee in a desperate attempt to find Jenna and Gideon Cartwright, fearing the consequences if Jenna confronts Gideon first. The urgency stems from their suspicion that Gideon may be responsible for Jenna's mother's disappearance. Despite financial constraints, Serenity books expensive last-minute tickets using her credit card. At the airport, Virgil encounters a ticket machine error, forcing him to plead with an elderly airline employee who eventually…-
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Chapter 24: Alice
The chapter explores the profound grief of Maura, an elephant mourning the death of her calf, and the emotional ripple effects on those around her. Alice, the narrator, observes Maura's withdrawal from her surroundings, noting how she stops eating and avoids interactions, even with enrichment tools she once enjoyed. The absence of her herd exacerbates her isolation, making her grief more acute. Alice and others attempt to comfort Maura, but her sorrow remains overwhelming, highlighting the deep emotional…-
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Chapter 23: Serenity
The chapter "Serenity" delves into the narrator's struggles as a psychic who has lost the ability to communicate with spirits. She recounts a past session where she failed to connect with a deceased basketball coach, only to later learn from his wife that he had committed suicide after a scandal involving an affair and blackmail. The wife's bitter rejection at his funeral seemingly prevented him from communicating during the reading, a revelation that underscores the idea that spirit communication requires…-
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Chapter 22: Alice
The chapter explores the intricate mating rituals of elephants, emphasizing how communication combines vocalizations and physical gestures. For instance, a matriarch’s “let’s go” rumble is paired with body positioning to guide the herd. During mating, males produce deep, guttural musth rumbles, which vary between individuals and are accompanied by ear movements and urine dribbling. These sounds serve multiple purposes, from asserting dominance to attracting mates, showcasing the complexity of…-
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Chapter 21: Jenna
Jenna, the teenage protagonist, recounts how she exploits the invisibility of children to stow away on a Greyhound bus without a ticket. She blends in with a distracted family to board undetected, then hides in the bathroom until departure. Her destination is Tennessee, where she hopes to find Gideon, a former employee connected to her missing mother. Jenna reflects on her grandmother's likely anger and her own realization that this journey—sparked by her father's unusual reaction to a pebble…-
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Chapter 20: Alice
The chapter focuses on Maura, a pregnant African elephant with a violent past, now residing in a sanctuary. Elephant pregnancies last 22 months, requiring immense physical investment, and maternal instincts are fiercely protective—interfering with a calf can be deadly. Maura was previously a circus elephant who attacked a male companion and a zookeeper, earning her a "killer" reputation. Her pregnancy went unnoticed until late stages due to lack of routine testing, prompting quarantine to manage risks,…-
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