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About the The Forgotten Book Club by Kate Storey Discussion category
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November 30, 2025
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What would your Desert Island Reads be, and why? (In the context of the novel, this is a book that has meant something special to you at a particular time in your life.)
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December 7, 2025
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Frank kept a book journal, which chronicled what he read and his reactions to it, but also drifted into a more diary-like journal. Did it surprise you that Grace didn’t know about this habit? Do you keep a book journal, and if so, what do you note?
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December 7, 2025
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Overall, what did you think of The Forgotten Book Club? (no spoilers, please!)
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December 7, 2025
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Have you read many of the books mentioned in the novel? Did you find titles you added to your “to be read” list?
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December 7, 2025
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Frank had hundreds – perhaps thousands – of books by the time he died. What did you think of his habit of saving the books he’d read? Do you do likewise, and if so, how many books are in your home?
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December 7, 2025
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Have you read the author’s previous book, The Memory Library? If so, how do you think the two compare? What elements of the author’s style did you find appeared in both novels?
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December 7, 2025
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Who from the silent book club do you think impacted Grace the most?
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December 7, 2025
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Annie tells Grace she thinks people are a little like Russian dolls, with each new experience adding another shell. What did you think of this imagery? Did it ring true to you?
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December 7, 2025
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What did you think of the author’s portrayal of people with ADHD? Do you think it was accurate? What’s your experience with the condition? Do you feel there’s a stigma associated with it?
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December 7, 2025
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How do you think Grace changes over the course of the novel?
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December 7, 2025
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Grace used to read for pleasure, but at some point in her past she’d stopped. Do you think that’s a common experience? Have you ever paused your reading for an extended period of time?
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December 7, 2025
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How do you think grief is portrayed in The Forgotten Book Club?
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December 7, 2025
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To what audience would you recommend The Forgotten Book Club? Is there another book or author you feel addresses related themes or who writes in a similar style?
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December 6, 2025
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Some of the book’s characters struggle with depression. What did you think of this storyline? Do you feel it was realistic?
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December 6, 2025
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Have you considered joining a book club – silent or otherwise - since reading this book?
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December 6, 2025
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Is there a quote or scene in The Forgotten Book Club that stood out for you? Why do you suppose it resonated?
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December 4, 2025
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What do you think you can learn about someone from their favorite book?
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December 4, 2025
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What did you think about the format of the silent book club? Does the idea appeal to you? What do you think a silent book club needs to be successful?
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December 4, 2025
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Why do you suppose Frank didn’t share more information about his book club with Grace?
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December 4, 2025
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What do you believe was the turning point for Grace to join the silent book club?
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December 3, 2025
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The Forgotten Book Club Reading list
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December 1, 2025
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