Is a lie of omission still a lie? What excuses can there be for keeping the truth from another person?

Which strategy is more effective in solving a mystery: widespread suspicion or focused evaluation? Which characters employ which strategies?

Spycraft is often described as a dangerous game. Who plays this game? What are some of the specific games played throughout the novel?

Who is the villain of the novel? Is it more damnable to betray a friend or an idea?

Describe how physical and psychological violence appear in this novel. Which is more effective in helping violent characters achieve their goals?

Who is trustworthy in this novel? Who is loyal? Are they one and the same?

How does the setting of the novel enhance the immediacy of the plot to take down the United States?