Questions About The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

by Phaedra Patrick (Goodreads Author)

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Phaedra Patrick Some, in that it's a story set in England about an elderly man setting off on a journey. But the story is different, as bereaved Arthur searches for t…moreSome, in that it's a story set in England about an elderly man setting off on a journey. But the story is different, as bereaved Arthur searches for the stories behind the charms on his late wife's bracelet. In doing so he discovers she led a secret life before they met, and he also learns to live and embrace life again.

I think if you enjoyed Harold Fry, Disney's UP and a Man Called Ove, then you'd like this too.
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I need some discussion questions for this book. I'm hosting book club next week and I can't find any posted anywhere. Does anyone have some suggestions?

Erin I think it would be fun to ask readers what would be on THEIR charm bracelets and why.

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Why is this book so boring?

Colleen It's not boring .You just don't like it .:)…moreIt's not boring .You just don't like it .:)(less)

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Does this book have any sexual content or bad language?

Amy None and that might be why some thought it boring. It was quite sweet.

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I was so fascinated by the flower charm, and would love to have heard more about Miriam's mother, and their relationship. Does anyone have any insight as to why we didn't find out more about them?

Sherry I think it might be because there wasn't really anyone left other than maybe Vera at the post office who would have known her. Pearl was dead and so w…moreI think it might be because there wasn't really anyone left other than maybe Vera at the post office who would have known her. Pearl was dead and so was Miriam so there was minimal storytelling anyone else could do to give more background.(less)

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