February Book Selection

"Hiding in the Light"
   by Rifqa Bary

Thank you

Our eyes were opened to some new things tonight.  Thank you for your willingness to discuss truth.  May Jesus give us wisdom, courage, compassion and eyes to see others as He does.  Thank you, Bess, for hosting and thanks to all who brought food and for everyone's great comments!

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR "THE GLASS CASTLE"

In your opinion, what is it in this book that would cause it to be highly recommended?

How does the author draw the reader in and keep the reader engaged?

Were you offended by anything as you read it?  Why or why not?

Do you find it hard to believe that children could survive such difficult conditions.....leaking roof, maggots in the ham, no food at all, filth, etc.!!??
Not to mention the neglect and abuse from their parents.

What things in this book were helpful to you or what could you take from this book to help someone else who maybe had a difficult childhood?

Were there any "parenting techniques" in the book that you thought were good?  If so, what were they?

Did this book make you think differently about homeless people than the other book we read about the homeless (Under the Overpass)?  What was different?

Did you want to know more about any of the characters?  If so, which character and what did you want to know!

Do you think the author is trying to elicit a certain response from the reader, such as sympathy?  How has this book affected your view of the author?

Were you satisfied with the ending or did you expect some other outcome? What were you hoping for?