The Sound of Gravel: A Memoir

What is Ruth Wariner’s opinion on plural marriage? How do you know? Why does she hold this stance, and what evidence exists (actions, thoughts) that might lend support to her beliefs?

How did disability come to define much of Ruth’s childhood? In what ways did taking care of siblings who had disabilities shape the person that Ruth became? How was Ruth influenced by the way her mother cared for those who could not care for themselves?

Why did hearing about Lane’s abuse toward Luke finally cause Ruth to snap and leave the colony with her siblings? How does Ruth feel about the rights of vulnerable people in society and the type of care they deserve?