1. How would the story be different if it were told from Scarlett's point of view? From the point of view of Halley's mother?

2. Scarlett considers three options when she discovers she is pregnant: abortion, adoption, and keeping the baby. Discuss or debate what are the pros and cons of each of the choices.

3. Compare and contrast the two mother/ daughter relationships.

4. While Halley is going out with Macon, she makes choices regarding disobeying her parents, drinking, using marijuana, having sex, sneaking out, skipping school, and lying. What choices does she make and what consequences result?

5. Halley and Scarlett have very different personalities. Does this make their friendship stronger or weaker?

6. After reading Someone Like You, how would you define friendship?

7. Discuss how Macon and Cameron are different. Why do you think many girls are attracted to someone like Macon rather than someone like Cameron...