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Book Discussion Questions

The following is a list of general discussion questions that can be used for any book discussion.
1. Did you like the author's writing style and organization of the book?
2. Were there too many or too few details?
3. Did you find this book uplifting and/or depressing? Why?
4. What are the major themes of the novel?
5. What symbolism is used in the book?
6. Do you relate to any of the characters? Which ones? Why?
7. How does the author develop the characters? Does any character change from the beginning to the end?
8. How did you feel about the ending?
9. Is the plot believable?
10. What does the title mean?
11. Does the setting come to life for you? How important is the setting to the story?
12. What did the author attempt to do in the book? Was it successful?
13. What role does fate or coincidence play in the characters' fortunes?
14. Could this story have taken place anywhere else? Does the setting function almost as a character in the book or is it relatively unimportant?

15. Did the book have any problems? What changes might you suggest to make a even more effective book?

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