What was unique about the setting
of the book and how did it enhance or take away from the story?
What specific themes did the
author emphasize throughout the novel? What do you think he or she is trying to
get across to the reader?
Do the characters seem real and
believable? Can you relate to their predicaments? To what extent do they remind
you of yourself or someone you know?
How do characters change or evolve
throughout the course of the story? What events trigger such changes?
In what ways do the events in the
books reveal evidence of the author's world view?
Did certain parts of the book make
you uncomfortable? If so, why did you feel that way? Did this lead to a new
understanding or awareness of some aspect of your life you might not have
thought about before?