The book features a group of six friends: Harriet, Wyn, Sabrina, Parth, Cleo, and Kimmy. How would you describe their friendship? What are some of the strengths or challenges of their group dynamic? Which character did you relate to or like the most and why?
Harriet and Wyn keep their breakup from their friends and then decide to pretend that they’re still together for their last week at the cottage with their friends. What do you think of this decision? In your opinion, were they being considerate or selfish?
Despite his easy nature and good looks, Wyn contrasts himself negatively with his sisters’ and Harriet’s brilliance. How does his lack of self-confidence impact his relationship with Harriet?
A key breakthrough in Harriet and Wyn’s reconciliation is when they enthusiastically fight with each other, in contrast to Harriet’s previous pattern of avoiding conflict and holding back her emotions. Are you someone who keeps their emotions close to the chest or do you lay it all on the line? What are the pros and cons of each approach and how did they play out for Harriet?
The conflict in the book is driven by miscommunication among people who love each other – not just Harriet and Wyn, but among Harriet, Sabrina and Cleo. Why do you think they have trouble telling each other what they’re going through? How would you have suggested they communicate better?
The book ends with Harriet and Wyn reconciling and deciding to give their relationship another chance. Were you satisfied with this ending or did you want something different? Do you think Harriet and Wyn will have a happy future together or will they face more challenges?
It’s clear at the end of the novel that the friends are entering new phases in their lives, though they still care for one another. Do you think they’ll continue to vacation together and find a new “happy place”?
Harriet and Wyn keep their breakup from their friends and then decide to pretend that they’re still together for their last week at the cottage with their friends. What do you think of this decision? In your opinion, were they being considerate or selfish?
Despite his easy nature and good looks, Wyn contrasts himself negatively with his sisters’ and Harriet’s brilliance. How does his lack of self-confidence impact his relationship with Harriet?
A key breakthrough in Harriet and Wyn’s reconciliation is when they enthusiastically fight with each other, in contrast to Harriet’s previous pattern of avoiding conflict and holding back her emotions. Are you someone who keeps their emotions close to the chest or do you lay it all on the line? What are the pros and cons of each approach and how did they play out for Harriet?
The conflict in the book is driven by miscommunication among people who love each other – not just Harriet and Wyn, but among Harriet, Sabrina and Cleo. Why do you think they have trouble telling each other what they’re going through? How would you have suggested they communicate better?
The book ends with Harriet and Wyn reconciling and deciding to give their relationship another chance. Were you satisfied with this ending or did you want something different? Do you think Harriet and Wyn will have a happy future together or will they face more challenges?
It’s clear at the end of the novel that the friends are entering new phases in their lives, though they still care for one another. Do you think they’ll continue to vacation together and find a new “happy place”?