House of Wonder

by Sarah Healy

  12. The novel suggests that Priscilla’s need to buy and keep “stuff” arises from the emotional void she suffered from as a child, which has never fully healed. What role might our consumer-oriented society also play in her compulsion?

  13. The thefts in the neighborhood create tension among the neighbors, and some people jump to the conclusion that Warren is guilty. Can you recall an incident from your own life when someone was unjustly accused? What was the outcome?

  14. What do you think you’ll take away from having read the novel? What will leave the most long-lasting impression?