Sample Discussion Questions

What did you like best about this book?

As the protagonist, what is it that Audrey wants the most?

What does the antagonist want the most?

Which characters did you like the most? Least? Why?

What do you think the author’s purpose was in writing this book?

What beliefs existed in society then that you don’t think are relevant today?

What do you believe is the significance of the late 1940s setting?

How would you describe the children’s relationship with their father Red?

Can you understand or relate to Edith’s motivation?

Discuss your reaction to Edith’s mental state.

What feelings did this book evoke for you? Why?

What is the significance of the Indian Trail Tree? The ice pick? Can you name other symbols?

What symbolic role does Mrs. Somebody play in the novel? Mr. Ritter?

Discuss the author’s hints about characters with red hair.

Describe your feelings about Harry and how they grew or changed in the novel.

What twists or big reveals surprised you in the novel?

What themes did you pick out? How were themes demonstrated?

If you got the chance to ask the author of this book one question, what would it be?

Share a favorite scene or quote from the book. Why did this stand out to you?

What do you think of the book’s title? How does it relate to the book’s contents?

 What other title for Somebody Knows might you choose?

If you could hear this same story from another person’s point of view, who would you choose?

Were you satisfied with the ending?

What was left unresolved that you're contemplating?