61 pages 2 hours read

Paula Hawkins

A Slow Fire Burning

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Essay Topics

1.

Miriam begins tampering with the murder investigation immediately, removing evidence and then lying to police. Why does she find this satisfying? Does her victimization morally justify her actions? Explain your response.

2.

Which factors that make Laura a prime suspect are legitimately suspicious and which reveal bias against her? Does Laura make any mistakes or poor choices during the investigation that could have been avoided?

3.

How would you describe Theo and Carla’s relationship? Why did each persistently lie to the other, especially about their interactions with Angela? Has the loss of their son brought them closer together or pulled them apart?

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