having no permission to take it out. Me trying to throw a rope. The impact against the rocks near the inlet. Caleb’s broken arm. Granddad arriving furious and pale. Adults talking behind doors that never quite closed.

Afterward, Ethan told everyone I had pushed for the trip.

I denied it until my voice gave out.

Then my father said, “Enough, Nathan. Take continue reading …

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