Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.
- How do you think the book would have been different if it had been written from Rise's point of view?
- Do you think Jesse could have done more to prevent Rise's death?
- Do you think Rise was a bad person? Why or why not?
- Jesse sees Rise as a wise person. Do you agree? Of all the characters in the book, who do you think is the most wise?
- Explain why you think so many illustrations and comics are included in the book. What effect do they have on you as a reader?