Book Discussion Guide  

1. Start us off with a brief synopsis of the story.
2. What were some of your favorite scenes?
3. Did you like the author’s writing style and organization of the book?
4. Let’s talk about some of the characters.  What were some of their distinguishing characteristics?  What did you like or dislike about them?
5. Would this book make a good movie? Which actor/actress would be good in the role of the major characters?
6. Do you agree with Dorsey’s portrayal of Florida? Why? Why not?
7. Was a sense of place well-developed?  How much is geography central to the plot?
8. What is the significance of the title?
9. What symbolism is used in the book?
10. How did you feel about the ending of the story?
11. In what ways do you think this book might be controversial?
12. Are you familiar with some of the author’s other books?
13. Does this book remind you of any other books you have read?