1. At the beginning of the book, Rasika and Abhay each have very different perspectives on life. By the end of the book, they have each influenced the other. In what ways have they changed in response to each other? Have you ever changed in response to someone else? Do you think it is a good thing to allow someone else to influence you in this way?

2. Why do you think Rasika changed her mind so dramatically about Abhay at the end? Could this have happened without a traumatic event like the accident? What causes people to revise their perspectives on life?

3. On the surface, Rasika and her grandmother seem to have very different lives. Yet in some ways her grandmother understands her better than her own mother does. Why do you think this is so?

4. Abhay has an intense experience during the Thai yoga massage at Auroville. How would you characterize this experience? Have you ever had a similar experience?

5. As part of Abhay’s journey to find himself he travels across the globe—Portland, Oregon; India. In what ways, if any, do you believe he gets some answers through his travels? Does Abhay remind you of anyone you know in your own life?

6. During the pivotal scene with Kanchan, Rasika says, “She couldn’t believe what was happening. This scene was not supposed to be part of her life.” Have you ever felt that way?

7. By having a heavy influence on her life, Rasika’s parents believe they are protecting her best interests. Do you agree with their method? Why or why not?

8. If you have read The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton, compare and contrast the characters: Rasika vs. Lily Bart, and Abhay vs. Lawrence Selden.