Before reading the pick, what story did the title Her Soul To Take evoke for you? Did your opinion change after finishing the title?
How do you think the setting of the book acts as its own character and do you think the story would change if it was located during a different time period?
The Tragedy of 1899 plays a critical part in the history of Abelaum. How do you think the story would have changed if all the men had survived?
Who is your favorite character in Her Soul To Take, and why? Is there one particular character you especially identify with?
Rae has strong friendships throughout the story, some of whom betray her. What do you think about the motives behind the betrayals? And how do you keep your friends close?
In the end, Rae saves Leon as much as he saves her. How do you think that plays out throughout the story?
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