53 pages • 1 hour read
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Content Warning: This section of the guide discusses addiction.
Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.
1. Did you find the plot twists engaging, and were you surprised by what you learned about Maggie, Aidan, and Errol?
2. Which of the characters did you find the most or least compelling and why?
3. Compare this book to other domestic thrillers. Do they share similar plotlines, themes, symbols, and motifs?
Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.
1. How did you relate to this novel’s depiction of parent-child relationships?
2. Discuss this novel’s depiction of Tammy and Frank’s relationship. How would you characterize their sibling bond and how does it remind you of your own experiences?
3. Discuss Frank’s work ethic. Do you relate to his views on class, labor, and identity?
4. Does Aidan’s experience as an outsider in his family strike a chord with you? How do you relate to Aidan as a character?
Examine the book’s relevance to societal issues, historical events, or cultural themes.
1. How is this novel in dialogue with the ethical implications of emerging technologies and the tech industry as a whole?