What happens to cause Hatch's death? Why doesn't Lindsay simply give up and allow herself to drown? What has happened to the couple in the mast to make them grieve?

Who does Hatch blame for the accident? What is he charged with? What becomes of those charges? What eventually happens to him?

How is Hatch resuscitated? What does he have in common with Jeremy Nyebern? Is the connection ever explained?

When does Hatch first discover the connection between himself and Jeremy? When does Jeremy discover the connection? What chain of events are eventually set in motion because of this connection?

Who is Dr. Nyebern? What is his life's work? What moral dilemma does Dr. Nyebern face in his work? Is he correct to consider this? Why does he say he resuscitated his son, Jeremy?

Name at least five of Jeremy's victims. Why did he...