These book discussion questions are also included in the back of To the Left of Death. They may be helpful if you’re reading this novel with a book club or as a way to delve deeper into the story on your own.
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- In the opening chapter, Megan says she is not legally responsible for Ed’s death. Do you think she is responsible in any way or is Liz solely to blame? Why might Megan feel responsible for Ed’s death?
- Megan describes herself as being “broken” and claims that she can sense “equally broken people.” Do you think she has become adept at seeing other people’s pain?
- Part of Megan’s healing involves reconnecting with Holly and making new friends at The Art House. What kept her from reaching out for so long? Do you think her friends could have tried harder to connect with her after Ed’s death?
- After arguing with George, Megan sketches Ed and has an imaginary conversation with him while she works. As their fantasy friendship grows, do you think talking to “Ed” in this way helps or hurts Megan?
- Megan hides her sketches from George, saying she wants to keep her art to herself. Do you think she had other reasons as well? Have you ever wanted to keep a hobby or interest to yourself?
- When fleeing to New York, Megan says she simply knew she had to go. Do you think she went to see Remy? Why do you think she let Becca join her?
- When the article about Megan and Ed goes viral, it both hurts Megan and helps her connect with Beatrice. Should the reporter have talked to Megan before writing about her? How might you feel if a traumatic event in your life was discussed in the national news?
- Both Sam and Liz share more information with Megan. Did either of their stories influence your beliefs about who was responsible for Ed’s death? Do you agree with Megan’s decision to let go of that day and move on with her own life?
- Megan’s name is not given until her conversation with Detective Frye in “Day Twenty-One.” Why might the author have waited so long to reveal her name? Why do you think it was revealed in this conversation?
- Chapter titles are listed as days, and it is eventually explained that each chapter is a new day in Megan’s journal. Did you have suspicions about where Megan was located while writing her story?
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