The novel often highlights the disparity between outward appearances and inner truths. Aside from Amber and Jackson, which character(s) accurately embody this dynamic? Analyze specific examples from the text to support your interpretation.

While Amber Parrish serves the role of an antagonist, in what ways might she also embody the archetype of the antihero?

The novel is set in the affluent town of Bishops Harbor. How does the novel use this setting to portray the shortcomings of the social elite?