Who is Allison Manning? What happened to her husband? Why is she charged with his murder? Did she kill him? What does Allison claim happened to her husband? Why did Allison say she threw her husband overboard? What else could Allison have done? Discuss Allison's story and determine whether or not it seems true. Use examples from the novel.

Who is Stone Barrington? Why is he in St. Marks? What did he plan to do during his vacation? Where is Arrington? Why has Arrington not come? How does Stone feel about this? Was Stone really going to propose to Arrington? What evidence is there that Stone was sincere in his feelings for Arrington? What evidence is there against it? What conclusion does the reader come to about Stone's feelings for Arrington?

Who is Paul Manning? What does he do for a living? What exam...