Who is David? Why does he feel like he is an outsider in his own family? What does David recall about his childhood? What is David's biggest demon that haunts him throughout his life? Why is this important? How does it change his life?

Discuss the relationship between David and Wanda. Are they really in love? Is there love, guilt or a sense of obligation in their relationship? How does David feel about Wanda? How does Wanda feel about David? Why does David think Wanda leaves town without telling him? What does he do about it?

What happens to David's father? How does this affect David? How does Mrs. Boring react emotionally to his leaving? Why is David obsessed with his father's comic strips? Does anyone ever really determine what happens to Mr. Boring?

Who is Dot? Why does she agree to help David...