Looking for Jane

1. General Impressions

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• What were your expectations when beginning Looking for Jane? Did the novel meet them?
• Which of the three main storylines did you find most engaging, and why?
• Looking for Jane was Heather Marshall’s debut novel. Are you interested in reading more from her? Why or why not?
• Looking for Jane touches on many difficult topics, including miscarriage, suicide, and sexual assault. Did you think it handled these issues sensitively? Do you think there is value in reading about such topics?

2. Personal Reflection and Connection

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

• Abortion remains a controversial issue for many people. Did the novel change how you think about the topic in any way, whether by challenging your views or strengthening them? Do you think it is possible to find common ground in this debate?
• How did you feel about Nancy and Evelyn’s involvement with the Jane Network? Is breaking the law justified if the law itself is unjust? Why or why not?
• Why do you think Nancy’s adoptive parents kept her origins hidden from her? Would you forgive them for the deception, under similar circumstances? 
• Several of the characters make unforeseen discoveries about their family over the course of the novel.