The first book club meeting was a success. It was great to meet with everyone and discuss this thrilling book. Generally, the book was well liked (4.5 out of 5 rating from members that polled). Some of the highlights for all questions are below.
Chloe is the narrator and main character in the story and is struggling with her past. Her father is convicted of murder, which we find out she had a hand in providing evidence for his conviction. In the end we find out she had it all wrong. The book keeps us guessing, but it all makes perfect sense when it is revealed.
Without revealing the end of the story, the thrill seekers that joined the meeting agreed that they did not suspect the true murderer because he was not brought into play until the later text. Was that on purpose? What I find interesting (and can probably be true about many thrillers) is that the true killer is always introduced early on and then ignored mostly throughout until it is necessary to reveal more. I think that is definitely true.
Some concerning topics were also brought and it definitely thrilled me because of my background in psychology. Chloe, also a psychologist, is sampling (illegally, I might add) the products she prescribes. This can be predicted will ruin her much later in life and is never resolved. Why do you think it is brought up and why not resolved?
Also, not exactly a love story, but there were elements of sex and relationships throughout. Why did Chloe jump into bed with this reporter? Why is this experience even included in the narrative, as it doesn't (at least to me) seem to connect?
Feel free to comment and add to the discussion!!
