If I Had Two Wings: Stories

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Set in the fictional Tims Creek, North Carolina, the narrative weaves together the lives of eccentric characters, including an irate nursing home resident, a vengeful parson, and a miracle-working elderly woman. The story also follows a retired plumber who finds unexpected fame with Billy Idol in Manhattan, and an architect revisiting a past romance after losing his lover to AIDS. Additionally, Howard Hughes embarks on a quest to find a woman from his past known for her butter beans, highlighting themes of nostalgia and connection.