To Night Owl From Dogfish

Setting Bett and Avery’s friendship to one side, what role does going to camp play in each girl’s character arc? How might these separations from their fathers contribute to their coming-of-age process?

What role do Gaga and Kristina Allenberry play in Avery and Bett’s lives, respectively?

Members of the same camp (either CIGI or Far View Tarn) often refer to each other as “family.” What does family mean in this context, and how does it compare to other “types” of family in the novel?

What constitutes a harmful tradition, according to the novel? What constitutes a helpful one? Use evidence from the text to support your position.

There are several differences between Avery and Bett. How do these differences make them a stronger team, according to the novel?

Discuss the significance of Brielle to the story as a whole. Why is her character arc important?

Why might the novel end with Dinos Tombros and Gaga’s wedding? How does this formal expansion of family compare to other moments in the book?

How do differences in “privilege” affect the relationship between Avery and Bett? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.