Chapter 1. Home
It began with a subtle crackling sound—hardly noticeable at first. Branches vibrated as the ground trembled below. Leaves shimmered. Suddenly, a booming snap echoed through the forest as the tree swayed one last time in the morning sun. Within seconds, the mighty tree would no longer provide shade for ground animals or shelter for birds. The two-hundred-foot giant hurtled downward, crashing to earth with a deafening thud.
An aftershock of anxiety rippled deep within the forest, known simply as “Home.” To the diverse community of birds that dwelled there, Home was a place of safety and serenity. Here, fearsome eagles interacted ...
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