1. General Impressions

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• Were you surprised by the revelation that Rodney was not the killer? What clues were there that Mr. Black died of an accidental overdose?
• How does this novel compare to other cozy/hotel mysteries you’ve read, such as Agatha Christie’s novels At Bertram’s Hotel or Evil Under the Sun?
• What did you think about the time jumps in the novel? How did these changes in narrative affect your reading experience?

2. Personal Reflection and Connection

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

• Ultimately, Molly decides that Mr. Black deserved to die because of his bad behavior, including his abuse of her friend Giselle. How do you feel about this judgment? Have you ever gone to extreme lengths to protect a friend?
• In the novel’s final scenes, Molly and the first Mrs. Black agree that some wicked people are rewarded by society while good people suffer. Do you agree? Why or why not?
• Molly’s grandmother argues that truth is subjective. Do you share this belief? If so, what does that look like in your life? If not, what makes you feel otherwise?
• Molly’s closest friends are the people she works with.