Twenty Questions for Book Groups Reading An Uncertain Age
- What made you want to read this book? Was it the cover or the description on the book itself? If so, did the actual story surprise you?
- How, if at all, did this book relate to your own life? Did it evoke any memories or create any connections for you?
- What was the most memorable scene or twist in the story and why?
- Did the book change your opinion about anything, or did you learn something new from it? If so, what?
- Which character did you relate to the most, or find the most engaging?
- Would you say this book is plot-driven or character-driven? Why?
- Did the way the three main characters were introduced help you to understand them more?
- What did you think of the relationship between Margaret and John Smith? How do you think it will or should develop in the future?
- Did the setting of the story help to contribute to the plot? Would you want to go there, either in the present or in the time of the story?
- There were several plot twists. Were you genuinely surprised by any of them? How did it impact your reading experience?
- Did you see any plot twists coming? What were the hints?
- How thought-provoking did you find this book?
- How did the author create conflict and tension in the book? Was there enough?
- What is your opinion on the ending? Did you feel all the main conflicts were satisfactorily resolved? What do you think may have happened to the characters after the end of the book?
- What do you think might have happened to the characters after the book ended?
- There were three point-of-view characters. How did that influence your understanding of the story? Do you think it was a good strategy for this book?
- What was the most challenging or difficult part of the book for you to read or understand and how did you overcome it?
- If there were a sequel, which of the characters do you think it should feature?
- Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
- What kind of reader do you think would like this book, and why?