Discuss the theme of coming of age in the novel, Ashfall, by Mike Mullin. What is coming of age? Which two characters does coming of age affect, and in what ways? How do these characters grow as people because of their experiences? What are the consequences of this growth? Is this good or bad? Why?

In the novel, Alex leaves Katie's mother and siblings with some food as he and Darla head out on their own. Darla is unhappy about this. Why? Is she correct to be upset? Why or why not?

Discuss the theme of love in the novel, Ashfall, by Mike Mullin. In what forms does love appear in he novel? How does love affect the plot of the novel? Does love impact the novel for the better or for the worse? Why?

After Mrs. Edmunds is raped and murdered, Alex can't...