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Chapter 26
Chapter 26 of If These Wings Could Fly delves into the protagonist’s evolving daily routine, which centers around the comfort she finds in the mornings, particularly in her interactions with Liam. Every day, he drives her to school, and this small but consistent ritual becomes a welcome part of her life, offering her something to look forward to amid the anxiety she feels about the crawl space at night. Their relationship remains friendly and uncomplicated, full of shared conversations and laughter, but…-
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Chapter 22
Chapter 22 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist, Leighton, reflecting on the sunset as she makes her way to Liam's house. The vibrant colors of the sunset contrast with the imperfections of Auburn, a town that holds both beauty and flaws in equal measure. The red glow of the sun brings to mind a chaotic moment with her sister, Juniper, when highlighters were used on the pages of The Bell Jar. This juxtaposition of bright hues against dark words symbolizes the complex, often conflicting…-
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Chapter 23
Chapter 23 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the narrator contemplating the bonfire that burns brightly before her. The flames flicker hungrily, mirroring the turmoil within her mind as she recalls unsettling memories from a past house on Frederick Street. These recollections, paired with the intense heat of the fire, overwhelm her, leaving her feeling emotionally and physically scorched. The sensation of being consumed by the flames is intensified as she struggles with the weight of her thoughts. As…-
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Chapter 24
Chapter 24 opens with the protagonist returning home after an evening that had, until then, brought her a rare sense of peace. The calm she feels is shattered when she walks into the kitchen and discovers utter chaos: a broken dish in the sink, burnt chicken, and boiling water left unattended, signaling that something went terribly wrong in her absence. As she begins to process the mess, she hears a soft whimper from the living room and finds her younger siblings, Campbell and Juniper, huddled together in…-
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Chapter Twenty
In Chapter Twenty of "If These Wings Could Fly," the excitement of a crowded football stadium envelops the characters, specifically focusing on Leighton, Juniper, and their parents. Arriving late, the family parks along the road due to the packed lot and makes their way to the game. Juniper eagerly begs for funnel cakes, and after Mom grants her wish for just one treat, they find a spot to watch the game from the sidelines. Sofia, a cheerleader, notices Leighton and rushes over, excited to see her. They…-
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Chapter 21
Chapter 21 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist preparing to visit her friend Liam, who is helping her with art homework. The day begins with her mother casually mentioning that Liam called, which sends the protagonist into a mix of emotions—amused by the idea of having a “boyfriend” yet focused on preparing for the visit. As she heads to the bathroom, her younger sister Juniper, ever curious and a little envious, begins applying lip gloss and questions her relationship with Liam.…-
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Chapter 16
Chapter 16 of If These Wings Could Fly focuses on the narrator’s ongoing struggle with sleeplessness, stemming largely from an intense fear of the crawl space in the basement. This crawl space, concealed behind the staircase, is a dim, damp, and seemingly insignificant area that becomes a powerful source of anxiety for the narrator. What should be a simple, unremarkable space becomes transformed by the narrator’s imagination into a dark, foreboding place that fills her with dread. This irrational…-
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Chapter 17
In Chapter 17 of If These Wings Could Fly, the atmosphere in Leighton’s home grows increasingly tense as a series of challenges unfold. Family conflicts escalate, adding to the already strained mood of the household, and to top it off, Leighton faces the disappointment of losing a crucial construction bid. As if that weren’t enough, she becomes overwhelmed by a massive pile of papers she’s printed for her research on crow myths, a project she’s been working on in the chaos of a malfunctioning…-
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Chapter 18
Chapter 18 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with Leighton taking a hard look at her academic performance. She’s proud of her perfect 100 in AP English, but other subjects don’t seem to reflect the same level of success. Particularly disheartening is her C in Art I, a grade she never anticipated. Art was meant to be a break from the academic pressures she’d been facing, a subject that would allow her to focus on her other interests, such as her work at the school newspaper and her college…-
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Chapter 19
Chapter 19 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with a vivid description of the protagonist’s bus ride, passing by the local football fields where young boys practice flag football under the watchful eyes of coaches and fathers. The scene serves as a reflection of the societal pressure placed on children to excel in sports, often overshadowing their individual interests and passions. The protagonist is reminded of the intense pressure to perform, which they’ve felt throughout their own life. Football, in…-
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