- Do you have more sympathy for Nick or Amy as a character? Why?
- Family members are important characters in the book. How do Nick and Amy's families influence them in both positive and negative ways?
- While Nick and Amy are the center of the story, Flynn also uses minor characters to move the action forward. Which minor character makes the biggest impression on you? Why?
- How does Flynn use setting to develop plot and theme?
- What do you think Nick and Amy's life looks like after the book ends?