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59 pages 1 hour read

Allison Larkin

The People We Keep

Allison LarkinFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Book Club Questions

The People We Keep

1. General Impressions

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

  • If you were describing The People We Keep to someone who had never read it, what three adjectives would you use?
  • Alice’s journey takes her to several different cities, each of which corresponds to a different phase in her life. Which of these was your favorite section of the novel, and why? Which was your least favorite?
  • What other coming-of-age novels have you read? How does April’s story compare to these?

2. Personal Reflection and Connection

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