6. As the story began, what did each character want? Were those goals achieved?
7. Julietta flirted with the ideas of anarchy. What appealed to her about this philosophy? Do you see any elements of these beliefs at work in our culture today?
8. Annamaria’s dreams were opposed by the expectations of her parents. Did she handle this conflict in the right way? When is it acceptable to disobey your parents?
9. Luciana found herself in a dire situation and yet she would not ask for help. Why not? What would you have done had you been in her place? If she had gone to the authorities, what do you think might have happened?
10. Each main character in this story learned the same lesson in the end. What was it?
11. Which man embodies your ideal hero: Rafaello, Mauro, or Billy?
12. Define the “American Dream.” How did each woman articulate this dream? Did she achieve it? What is your American Dream? Has it changed over the years?
SIRI MITCHELL is the author of nearly a dozen novels, among them the critically acclaimed Christy Award finalists Chateau of Echoes and The Cubicle Next Door. A graduate of the University of Washington with a degree in business, she has worked in many different levels of government. As a military spouse, she has lived in places as varied as Tokyo and Paris. Siri currently lives in the D.C.-metro area.
Books by
Siri Mitchell
A Heart Most Worthy
She Walks in Beauty
Love’s Pursuit
A Constant Heart
Table of Contents
COVER PAGE
TITLE PAGE
COPYRIGHT PAGE
DEDICATION
CONTENTS
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A NOTE TO THE READER
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
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