Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. What was your impression of the author’s decision to blend romance conventions with the darker themes of revenge and trauma? 

2. Did Josh’s return at the ending leave you with a sense of hope or uneasiness for Alex and Ava?

3. How does the author manipulate the setting and pacing to create tension and invoke a sense of fear and suspense?

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

1. Have you ever been in a relationship or witnessed one in which love and personal boundaries were tested? How did you respond?

2. Do you believe that romantic love can heal traumatic past wounds? Have you ever had to forgive or be forgiven in order to move forward in a relationship?

3. Reflect on the novel’s portrayal of a toxic romance. Do you think passion and devotion can justify extreme actions, or should healthy relationships always have boundaries?

4. What does the story reveal about the power that family and friends can wield over a person’s life and relationships?