1. How has Faye and Henry’s relationship evolved over time? How is their relationship now different from how it was in college?

2. Despite their time apart, Henry and Faye quickly fall back into their old dynamics, even though they are married to other people. What do their relationships with their current spouses tell us about their characters?

3. When PT picks up Faye to take her to the airport after Henry breaks down, he tells her, “Don’t be afraid to write about this one day” (page 144). How did his mentorship shape her career? In what ways did it impact her relationship with Henry?

4. Faye is extremely successful and driven in her career. How does her success impact her relationships? How does it shape her interactions with Emma?

5. On page 129, Faye stabs Campbell in order to escape. How does this impact your perception of her character?

6. Do Henry and Faye’s power dynamics ever flip? Where do you see this happen?

7. There are a lot of twists and turns in this story. Which was the most surprising, and why?

8. We learn that Henry struggles with anxiety and panic attacks. How does this affect your view of him? Does it excuse or explain any of his behavior? Why or why not?

9. What was your understanding of the ending? Did Faye’s experiences in the book happen as written, or were they all part of her script?