Who is Ben Holiday? Why does he feel the need to buy the throne of Landover out of a catalog? What does Ben recall about his life before leaving Chicago? Why is this important? How does it change his life?

Discuss the relationship between Ben and Willow. Are they friends or are they really in love? Is there love, guilt or a sense of obligation in their relationship? How does Willow feel about Ben? How does Ben feel about Willow? What do you think happens to their relationship in the future after the novel ends?

How does Meeks lose power to Ben? How does this affect the future? How does Meeks regain power? What do you think happens to Meeks after the novel is over?

Who is the true Willow? Why does she set out to capture the black unicorn? Why do you think...