Reading Guide 1
- What about Thandy's childhood do you believe informed her choices as an adult?
- At the start of the book, Jack is called “a man of exteriors.” Does this change? If so, when does it occur?
- Extramarital affairs are prevalent in today's society. Why do you believe Jack was unfaithful to Etienne?
- Yvetta and Thandy were estranged for much of the novel. What lessons does their relationship hold for mothers? For daughters?
- Etienne is not a major character in the novel. Why do you think the author did not include more about her?
- How is Thandy's behavior at work similar to that of her personal life?
- Why do you think Thandy forewent calling the police after the theft by an employee was discovered?
- Why do you think Etienne gave Thandy money after the fire? Would you have done the same?
- Did Jack love Thandy?
- Did the people in the story get what they deserved?
