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Discussion Questions

Discussion Guide: My Wife Is Missing by D. J. Palmer

By Crime HQ

May 9, 2022

My Wife Is Missing Reading Group Discussion Guide Michael’s character was dualistic—he was in many ways endearing and likable, but with darker aspects as well. How did you reconcile this contradiction? When the full truth came to light, how did you feel about Michael? How did you interpret Michael and Natalie’s narration? Did you find…

Discussion Questions: The Shadow House by Anna Downes

By Crime HQ

April 4, 2022

The Shadow House Reading Group Discussion Guide 1.Pine Ridge, the setting of The Shadow House, is an ecovillage. Had you ever heard of or even visited a community like this before reading? Could you see yourself living in an ecovillage? Why do you think the author chose to set her story here? 2. Can you…

Discussion Questions: Every Last Fear by Alex Finlay

By Crime HQ

December 2, 2021

Every Last Fear Reading Group Discussion Guide 1. Who was your favorite—and least favorite—member of the Pine family (and why)? 2. The docu-series that focused on Danny Pine’s murder conviction was a national sensation, like Netflix’s Making a Murderer or the Serial podcast. Do you see any problems with the country’s obsession with true crime?…

Discussion Guide: Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche by Nancy Springer

By Crime HQ

August 20, 2021

Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche Reading Group Discussion Guide Sherlock Holmes first appeared well over a century ago. What other fictional characters have had such enduring appeal? How and why has Sherlock Holmes achieved such quasi-historical stature? Enola’s name backwards spells “alone.” How is she “alone” compared to other women of her time? What…

Discussion Questions: The Photographer by Mary Dixie Carter

By Crime HQ

May 7, 2021

The Photographer Reading Group Discussion Guide In the first chapter, we’re introduced to our narrator and protagonist, Delta Dawn, who says, “It was obvious to me that you need to immerse yourself in the lifestyle if you want to fit in, if you want people to believe that you belong to their world. It’s a…

the perfect daughter discussion guide perfect for book clubs!

Discussion Questions: The Perfect Daughter by D.J. Palmer

By Crime HQ

April 9, 2021

The Perfect Daughter Reading Group Discussion Guide 1. Family dynamics play an essential role in shaping the story. Did you empathize with Grace’s plight? Did you agree with her choices despite the impact on her family? 2. Grace pushed to adopt Penny over some objections/hesitation on the part of Arthur. What are your views on…

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