1. What more does Hugh know about Peter's drowning in Part 1, Chapter 3, now that he has corresponded with Albert Cammel, the fourth boy that was swimming that day?

2. What do the letters to Florence and the feelings of Hugh's that follow tell you about their relationship?

3. In Part 1, Chapter 5, what has happened with Maisie since she last saw Hugh?

4. Why has Hugh come back from America in Part 2? (Be specific as to his goals.)

5. What secret is established in the Prologue?

6. What does Micky do to Seth in Part 1, Chapter 5? Why?

7. What has happened with Micky in the six years that Hugh was gone, and what are his future and immediate plans?

8. Who is Augusta now manipulating in Part 2, and why?

9. What transpires about marriage and taking care of oneself between Maisie and April in Part 1, Chapter 3?

10. What has been Hugh's journey through the bank up to Part 1, Chapter 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Nora is perhaps the most selfish of the selfish characters. Compare her to Augusta. Which of the women is truly the most selfish? How does Augusta somewhat redeem herself, and Nora never does?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the friendship between Micky and Edward from the beginning to the end of the story. How was the relationship one-sided? How did the relationship cost Edward a happy life?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the character of Ben Greenbourne. How do his decisions affect so many lives?

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