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Group Discussion Questions
- Discuss some of the moral dilemmas expressed in the
novel.
- Those who participated in the war are often referred to
as the "Lost Generation". Discuss the validity of this and the different ways
that this is portrayed in the novel.
- Discuss the perceptions of the Canadians as seen
through the eyes of the British and the Germans.
- On page 235 Lizzie ponders "why was she different from
any upper class girl who expected to marry well?" What do you think?
- There are several others who could be considered gold
diggers - Jack, Sidonie, Helena, and even Daphne. Why are some more likeable
than others?
- What is the significance of Ria's dream on page
329?
- What motivated Ria to return to France after happily
settling into Priory Manor?
- How are the characters obviously products of their
time?
- How do the young women demonstrate their
"rebelliousness" or independence?
- How did the war affect those on the Home Front both in
Canada and Britain?
- Discuss Ellie's contention on page 522 that "she was
too easily enthralled by charming men who were needy".
- How are the characters changed by their wartime
experiences?
- What effect did the war have on society?
- Has your perception of the Great War changed, and if
so, how?
- Do the Bonus Features on ElusiveDawn.info enhance your
enjoyment of the book? If so, please let me know!
Gabriele would be delighted to
teleconference with groups discussing the book.
Readers' comments are always appreciated at
info@mindshadows.com
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