55 pages 1 hour read

Dusti Bowling

The Canyon's Edge

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Middle Grade | Published in 2020

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Part 1, Chapters 1-9

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapter 1 Summary

In the cold, dark night, Nora and Dad prepare for their first outdoor adventure together since losing a third of their family. Dad goes through their backpacks, double-checking their supplies, which include food, water, sunblock, and hiking and climbing gear. When Dad pulls out a gun, Nora reacts with shock and fear, but Dad hugs her and explains that it’s a flare gun. He jokes with her and assures her it will be a good day. Nora is hopeful.

Chapter 2 Summary

Dad drives for hours through the desert, pointing out the gleaming eyes of wolf spiders. There are no homes, people, or other traffic. He comments that Nora should have invited Danielle; he misses her. Nora remembers going on a happy camping and fishing trip with her parents and Danielle. Nora misses Danielle too but doesn’t say so.

Chapter 3 Summary

Dad stops the Jeep, waking Nora from a dream. She’s glad it’s not the recurring nightmare that troubles her. The morning air is cold, and the sun is just rising over the mountains, inspiring Nora to write a poem in her notepad.

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