96 Results with the "Paranormal Fiction" genre


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      Chapter 34

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 34 opens with the narrator hastily descending the stairs, deliberately avoiding the sight of the recently repaired window. Instead, their attention is diverted to the coffee table, where the vase has been placed back at its center, provoking a complex swirl of emotions. They instinctively reach for the vase and head outside to discard it in the garbage bin, feeling the rain drench them as they bury the broken vase in the bag that holds its shattered pieces from the previous night. This simple…
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      Chapter 64

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 64 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with a charged atmosphere as the protagonist and a younger figure stand outside a small house, bathed in the red and blue flashing lights of police cars. The cold, biting air seems to seep into their bones, but despite this, the narrator grips the smaller hand tightly, an unspoken promise of protection. Both are dressed in flannel pajamas, barely sufficient to shield them from the harsh winter chill, which only heightens the feeling of vulnerability that hangs…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Auburn, Pennsylvania, serves as the setting for this chapter of If These Wings Could Fly, dated September 28th. The main focus is on the local crow population, which is reported to be 22,367. This precise statistic is the cornerstone of the chapter, presented in a direct and matter-of-fact manner. The lack of any accompanying narrative or personal context surrounding this detail emphasizes the importance of this information on its own. This focus on numbers presents the crow population as a significant…
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      Chapter 45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      Chapter 73

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 73 of If These Wings Could Fly takes readers deep into the narrator's emotional struggle as they confront the destructive fire that has erupted. While they firmly assert that they did not physically start the blaze, there is a clear undercurrent of guilt, suggesting that their inner turmoil may have played an indirect role in igniting the flames. The narrator is caught in a conflict between denial and acceptance, acknowledging that while they may not have directly set the fire, their feelings of…
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      Chapter XIII

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter XIII begins with the protagonist’s overwhelming burden of a secret that has haunted her for as long as she can remember. This secret, so profound and deeply ingrained in her being, defines much of her existence, yet it is something that she is continually unable to share with those around her. Despite her best efforts, the people closest to her, like her friends Isabelle and Remy, and even strangers, have repeatedly dismissed her attempts to communicate the weight of her reality. They find it…
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      Chapter 24

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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 56

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 56 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist experiencing an intense moment of emotional distress as they find the parking lot unexpectedly empty. Realizing that someone significant has left, the weight of the situation becomes overwhelming, and they are left sitting on the cold ground, struggling to breathe through the heaviness in their chest. As they sit in the chill of the moment, Sofia, a devoted friend, finds them and sits by their side in the freezing mud. Despite the ongoing…
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      Chapter 5

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 5 of If These Wings Could Fly immerses readers in the complexities of family relationships and societal expectations. The narrator reflects on her sister, Campbell Grace Barnes, a deeply introspective and thoughtful individual who tends to keep her emotions and thoughts hidden. Campbell finds an unusual sense of freedom in riding her bicycle, a simple activity that allows her to escape the pressures of their busy home life. She treasures the quiet independence that comes with biking, enjoying the…
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      Chapter 35

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 35 opens with Leighton feeling emotionally overwhelmed after a disturbing encounter with her father the previous night. Seeking solace, she hurries to Liam’s car, rain pouring down around her, adding to the weight of her distress. As she settles into the car, Liam greets her casually with a “Good morning, beautiful,” a simple phrase that triggers a flood of tears. Despite her best efforts to keep her emotions in check, the pain that has been building up inside her bursts free, leaving her…
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