Do you think Philippe intended to break his promises, or do you think that these actions were forced by circumstance?

What do you think was the linking connection that created the love between Cecile and Philippe?

Do you think there were reasons for Aglae's behavior toward Philippe and if so, what do you think that are?

Do you think Cecile feelings toward life, love ,and money was an inherent trait or a learned one from her aunts and how so?

Why do you think it is so important to have a reputation in this community?

Which of the female characters do you think is the most devious and why?

Compare yourself to the character you relate to the most and explain why.

Which character do you feel you wanted to know more about and why?

With Anna Bella being so different from Cecile, and...