A Good Family
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The three main male characters in the book—Sam, Martin and Alex—share a number of common traits. Discuss the commonalities and differences among the men. What forces or events do you think made them the kinds of men they are?
Sisterhood is a key theme underlying the book. How is Hannah shaped by her role as older sister of Sam and Doori? How are Beth and Eva shaped by their roles, respectively, as “the pretty sister” and “the smart sister”? Do you have a sister? Do you relate to any of the sisters
in the book, and if so, how?
Both Hannah and Beth use language as a way to mislead without outright lying: for example, calling Alderson Prison “Mommy’s camp.” Are there other examples in the book—whether in the form of language or actions—where the characters mislead without outright lying? Are there examples in your own life where you’ve used language or actions to mislead without lying?
In the end, we discover both Hannah and Beth have sacrificed themselves for the ones they love. What did Hannah sacrifice? How about Beth? Reflect on a time that you’ve sacrificed something for a family member or friend. Do you think Hannah gave up too much for Sam? That Beth gave up too much for her family? Why or why not?
The story ends in tragedy, but the epilogue hints at better days. What do you imagine the characters are doing after Beth is released from prison? Does Hannah stay with the girls or does she have her own “happily-ever-after”?
ISBN-13: 9781488056390
A Good Family
Copyright © 2020 by Ann H. Kim
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