What was Liverpool like after the war?

Name three characters from this novel who are affected by the war and explain how it affects them.

How do you feel about Stella? With what aspects of her do you identify? Why?

Why do you think Stella has blocked her emotions?

Why does Meredith treat people the way he does? If you were O'Hara or Rose, what would you do to try to change him?

What is the difference between Lily and Uncle Vernon? Why do you think Lily, who is after all Stella's aunt, is just called Lily?

What are some of the ways Uncle Vernon has found to take care of Stella without her knowing about it?

How does Stella relate to her blossoming sexuality and the way men are obviously attracted to her?

Sexual politics and awareness of harassment are very different today...