The Reckoning by John Grisham Discussion Questions

1. What was your initial reaction to this book? Did it grab you immediately or did it take some time to get into?

2. Which of the three sections of the book did you enjoy the most?

3. John Grisham is known for writing legal thrillers. Did the The Reckoning  seem to be more of a legal thriller, historical fiction, a tragic drama, a family saga, or something else ?

4. Which of the three sections of the book did you enjoy the most?

5. At the end of the first section what did you imagine was Pete's reason for murdering Dexter?
6. Were you satisfied with the ending of the book? What did you like, what did you not like, and what do you wish had been different?

7. Were the characters believable? Which characters did you find the most compelling?  Which character did you relate to the most?

8. How did the characters change throughout the book? How did your opinion of them change?

9. There were many themes in this book. What stood out for you?

10. What feelings did this story evoke in you?

11. Did the book change your perspective or opinion about anything? Do you feel different now than before you read it?

12. Final thoughts?



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