Book club questions for Elizabeth Sails by Kristin Owens
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Beth held a grudge against her sister Victoria for years. What’s something you haven’t been able to forgive a family member about? What would it take to forgive them?
Beth’s list prevented her from moving towards a positive future. What would you like to remove from your list?
Aunt Ethel was a special person in Beth’s life, but lost contact with her over the years. Who do you wish you could reconnect with?
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Create My ClubIf you received an all-expense-paid trip, would you go? Why or why not?
What does the Queen Elizabeth ship characterize?
Do you think Aunt Ethel knew about Beth’s list from the beginning?
From Beth’s perception of Victoria, what do YOU think about her sister and her actions?
Should Beth have taken more revenge on Mabel? Why or why not?
What were the compelling reasons for Beth to take on the challenge? What does this say about her?
Each individual clue represents a fear. What are they?
Authors try to ‘show’ and not ‘tell’, but it’s inevitable some explaining is required. What creative expositional instances are there?
Even though Aunt Ethel was only present in chapter one, did you get a chance to know her by the end? What does she signify to Beth?
The Table 8 dining companions represent characteristics Beth wishes she had. What are they?
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