![]() ![]() ![]() What does being a mother mean to Meredith, to Josie, and to Elaine? Discuss the theme of motherhood in the novel.Do you think that Josie and Meredith have been passive in their lives? In your opinion, have they dealt with the tragedy of Daniel’s death, or has that event defined the adults they have become?.How do you think Meredith and Josie’s lives might be different if Daniel were still alive? Compare and contrast the different ways that guilt manifests itself in their choices. Daniel’s death is a source of great guilt for many of the characters in this novel. ![]() Would you have done the same in his position? When is keeping such a big secret from a loved one justifiable? Nolan tells Meredith he initially decided to hide the truth about what happened the night Daniel died because it wouldn’t have helped anyone.Josie almost writes off her relationship with Pete because she doesn’t feel enough of a spark, but he argues that chemistry can develop over time.Who did you identify with more, Josie or Meredith? Why? Did that change at all over the course of the novel?. ![]()
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