| 1. |
Why do you think guilt is such a powerful motivator? |
| 2. |
What actions did Hannah take as a result of guilt? |
| 3. |
How big a role does tradition play in your own life? |
| 4. |
An unforgiving spirit can lead to a string of bad decisions. How many can you name from this book? |
| 5. |
Do you ever long for a simpler time? What sounds the most appealing about it? What would be the most challenging in living that simple life? |
| 6. |
Have you ever felt the pressure of prejudice? How should it be handled? |
| 7. |
Do you think Reece was ever sincere about wanting to change or was it always a ploy to get Hannah back? |
| 8. |
Is it ever okay to tell a lie—even to protect someone else like Matt did? Why or why not? |
| 9. |
Is there any difference between an outright lie and subtle deceit? |
| 10. |
Which quilt analogy to the Amish faith was your favorite and why? |
| 11. |
Why do you think one lie leads to another? |
| 12. |
Based on what you’ve read, what do you think is the strongest cord in the Amish faith? |