Discuss the ways in which the various characters given similar names share similar characteristics. In what ways, for example, are the various Madoc/Madog/Maddox people the same? The various Gwydyr/Gedder people? The various Rich/Richard/Richie people? The various Zylle/Zillo/Zyllah/Zyllie people? In what ways do these similarities reflect any/all of the book's principal themes?

Identify the various ways in which various aspects of the novel portray the connection and /or interaction between past and present. Your discussions should include, but not be limited to, the book's characters, relationships, events, circumstances and actions.

Consider the physical similarities of the words "familiar" and "family". What do the similarities suggest to you - what circumstances? What values? What needs, or stresses, or benefits, or constrictions?

Discuss your experience of God and faith - specifically, what is your perspective on the relationship...