The Daughter of Doctor Moreau

What did you think about Carlota? Who was your favorite character and why?

Carlota has grown up in isolation on her father’s estate. How do you think this has shaped who she is and the choices that she makes?

How did you feel about the relationship between Carlota and Eduardo? Between Carlota and Montgomery?

What did you think about Carlota’s relationship with the hybrids? How does her attitude towards them differ from her father’s? From Lizalde’s? How do you think you would react to the hybrids?

What is your reaction to Dr. Moreau’s experiments? Do you think there are any circumstances under which genetic experimentation is ethical? Why or why not?

In the author’s note, Moreno-Garcia talks about the historical context that inspired the story. How does the author use science fiction tropes to discuss subjects such as worker exploitation and the Indigenous experience?

What did you enjoy most about the book? What did you like least? What changes, if any, would you make to the story?

What are your thoughts on the ending? Do you think Carlota and the hybrids reunite, and what do you imagine happens if they do?

Were you familiar with the story of The Island of Doctor Moreau before you read this book? If so, what did you think about this reimagining? Why do you think particular stories are rebooted or retold so often?

If you were to interview the author, what questions would you ask?