Book Club Questions
General Impressions
Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.
1. What was your impression of the world building in the novel? Did you find the distinctions between the worlds and beings compelling?
2. Discuss your favorite scene, character, or concept in the text. Did a particular glyph, weapon, or item stand out as particularly interesting or uninteresting?
3. If you have read other works by Keri Lake, how does Anathema compare to those? If not, what was your impression of the dark fantasy genre, and do you want to read more books like Anathema?
Personal Reflection and Connection
Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.
1. Reflect on Zevander’s and Maevyth’s childhoods. How did their different experiences of abuse impact your view of the characters? Did their portrayal offer new information or perspectives that changed your views?
2. Did any scenes or events from the novel remind you of anything you have experienced? Have you ever felt ostracized or different from others, like Maevyth or Zevander?
3. Rykaia and Aleysia are boisterous characters who always seem to get into trouble. How do these characters enrich the other characters’ lives? Do you have friends like them? Are you that friend?
