One of the most significant elements of book is its structure, which moves backward in time from the end of Nic’s trip in Cooley Ridge to the beginning. Why is it necessary for Nic to revisit her memories achronologically in order to confront the truth?

Corinne is very much the nucleus of the friend group. Pick three characters and describe how their relationships with her differed based on the weaknesses Corinne saw in each.

Cooley Ridge’s atmosphere is made mysterious and darkly magical because of its history (for example, the caverns or Corinne’s disappearance). Pick a scene in which Nic wanders the landscape. Describe how the language and setting of the scene play into the larger unreality of the town.