Starling House

1. General Impressions 

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• Did you expect Opal to become a warden of Starling House? What clues in the text led you to expect it?
• Did you expect Opal and Arthur to get together? Were there any points in the novel you thought they might not end up together?
• Harrow draws from several different genres for her novel. What genre do you think Starling House best fits into?

2. Personal Reflection and Connection 

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

• Have you ever felt like an outcast? Do you think Opal’s hatred of her hometown was justified?
• How did you feel when you learned The Underland was a real place in the novel? 
• Do you think all the characters in the novel got what they deserved? Were you hoping for a different ending?
• What emotions did you feel while reading this novel? Were there any parts that made you more emotional than others? 
• How did you feel when you discovered Opal and Jasper were Gravelys? Did you empathize with Opal more before or after this revelation?

3. Societal and Cultural Context 

Examine the book’s relevance to societal issues, historical events, or cultural themes.