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Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. What was your reaction to McFadden’s revelation that much of April’s narrative was a lie? Discuss the positives and negatives of this narrative decision, focusing on how it impacted your reading experience, including your enjoyment, interest, and investment in the novel.

2. Consider these three women from the novel: April, Julie, and Janet. What were your initial impressions of these three characters? What emotion did you feel most strongly and why?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. How do you feel about McFadden’s depiction of a stereotypical suburban community? Discuss both the positive and negative aspects of this depiction and whether you agree or disagree with its portrayal. Was it believable; why or why not?

2. Do you believe that you have a public persona that you project to others, either intentionally or subconsciously? Is there value in doing so? Discuss both the positives and negatives of the theme of Public Appearance Versus Private Persona as it applies to both your life and the characters in the novel.

3. Read McFadden’s

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