Do you think Nin is a lesbian? If so, what brought about this new awareness? If not, what do you think caused the obsession with June?

Examine the initial hatred between Hugo and June and the intermittent hatred between Henry and Anais. Do you think it was jealousy or intense dislike? How do you know?

Discuss the relationship between Eduardo and Anais.

Anais frequently gives money to Henry and June, even when she cannot really afford it. Where does all the money come from?

Do you think June is a pathological liar or a sociopath? Explain.

Nin claims that she is unfaithful to Hugo because she is an artist with an artist's heart and loves everything. Do you think this is a valid explanation? How might Hugo view it?

In your own words, describe the relationship between Nin and Miller. Do you think it...