Discuss the theme of love in the novel "The Forest of Hands and Teeth" by Carrie Ryan. What forms does love take in the novel? Which characters do these forms of love affect, and how do they influence the plot? Is one kind of love stronger than the other? If so, why? If not, why not? Use examples from the novel to support your claim.

Mary loves Travis, but Travis refuses to marry her. What are his reasons for this? Is he justified in his reasoning for not wanting to marry Mary? Why or why not?

Discuss the theme of coming of age in the novel "The Forest of Hands and Teeth" by Carrie Ryan. What is coming of age? How does it affect the character of Mary? How does it affect the character of Cassandra? Is this for the better or for the...