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What do you think the author is saying about the power of first love? Does it always leave a lasting impact? Was Beth’s past love with Gabriel a source of strength or pain for her? How does this effect the way she views herself and her current life?
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12
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178
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September 3, 2025
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If you were Beth, would you have chosen Frank or Gabriel? Why?
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25
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525
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September 3, 2025
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Overall, what did you think of Broken Country? (no spoilers, please!)
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32
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2071
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September 3, 2025
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Jackson considers the difference between how he thought the world of stolen art worked vs. the reality. Had you heard of the Lost Art Registry? Did reading the book change your ideas about art theft in any way, or did anything surprise you about it?
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3
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75
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November 13, 2025
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Did you believe the thief’s story about the Turner – that it was a worthless fake? Why or why not?
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3
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98
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November 13, 2025
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Is there a quote or scene in The Tapestry of Time that stood out for you? Why do you suppose it resonated?
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7
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121
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September 3, 2025
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Birdie wants to tell Michelle, the journalist, that she is “not a reliable narrator of my own story.” What do you think she means? Do you agree that she’s an unreliable narrator? Why or why not?
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2
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40
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November 18, 2025
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Reggie accuses Jackson of “nefarious” activities, while he responds, “Nefarious for a good cause” (p. 142). Do you think it was acceptable for him to cross the line under the circumstances? Are there times when it’s reasonable to break the law?
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2
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59
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November 13, 2025
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How does the inclusion of clairvoyance in the novel influence the way it explores its historical themes?
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5
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112
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September 3, 2025
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How does the novel exemplify ‘life carries on’?
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2
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115
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September 3, 2025
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William asks his uncle if Jack’s right when he says that “If you care for someone…then you should let them see all of who you are. He says that’s what love is” (p. 253). What’s your opinion on the subject?
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13
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121
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September 3, 2025
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Evelyn recalls her father reading to her when she was a child. While she preferred Black Beauty, he enjoyed adventure novels. What does this say about each of their personalities, in your opinion? Do you have a book memory that involves a parent?
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11
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119
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September 3, 2025
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What surprised you the most about the book? Did you learn anything new about the period from it?
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6
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116
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September 3, 2025
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Why do you think Helen struggles to cope with her clairvoyance?
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7
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116
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September 3, 2025
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Beth is conflicted because she loves both Gabriel and Frank (p. 132). Do you think she does, in fact, love each of them equally? Is it possible to love two people at the same time?
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19
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252
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September 3, 2025
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Did you enjoy the way Clare Leslie Hall teased out the details of the murder trial? Who did you initially suspect was on trial? Did it play out the way you thought it would?
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16
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223
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September 3, 2025
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How did Beth and Frank’s marriage seem to you at the start of the novel? Once you read on, did your perception of their marriage change?
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19
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246
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September 3, 2025
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Beth keeps a favorite photograph in her purse of Bobby (p. 123). Do you think this helped or hurt her healing? Do you keep a photo of a loved one with you at all times? Why or why not?
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19
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246
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September 3, 2025
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What are your thoughts on the homesteading life we see among women of Kansas? Do you follow any of these traditional ways of living (making or repairing clothes, canning), or are there any aspects of that life you would like to adopt? If not, why?
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13
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119
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September 3, 2025
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Nell and Emily ended up living in rural communities while Annie was determined to stay in the city. Why do you suppose the girls developed such different desires as they grew older? Do you consider yourself a country girl or a city girl
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14
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132
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September 3, 2025
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Who did you think was guilty of killing the siblings? Did you believe Vincent could do it?
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21
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710
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September 3, 2025
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Poppy is shown to be a fierce advocate of women and women’s rights. How do you think that affected her decisions throughout the book? Did she take risks she shouldn’t have?
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8
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75
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September 3, 2025
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Which of the minor characters did you find the most intriguing, and why?
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4
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100
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September 3, 2025
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What do you think is holding back Kit in her relationship with Max?
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8
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115
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September 3, 2025
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The girls’ mother tells Helen to not worry about her father (“There’s no need to borrow trouble. I’m sure your father is fine” p. 242). Why do you suppose she was so complacent? What would you have done, if anything, had you been in her place?
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5
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85
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September 3, 2025
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The novel explores some mysteries about the Bayeux Tapestry. Do you think it matters whether we find definitive answers to those questions, such as who created it and why?
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5
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103
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September 3, 2025
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Overall, what did you think of The Tapestry of Time? (no spoilers, please!)
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17
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205
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September 3, 2025
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Which of the four sisters (Kit, Ivy, Helen and Rose) do you identify with most, and why?
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11
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130
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September 3, 2025
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How do you feel historical fiction can influence the way we look at history?
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12
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183
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September 3, 2025
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To what audience would you recommend The Tapestry of Time? Is there another book or author you feel has a similar theme or style?
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9
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136
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September 3, 2025
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