Discuss why Lucy was angry and hurt by her father's actions throughout most of the book.

Name three specific possibilities as to why Mara treated Lucy the way she did.

What did Lucy need from her father most? Explain.

What painting inspired Lucy's self-portrait? Why is this fact significant?

Name three ways that all teenage girls could relate to Lucy's story.

Why might Lucy's relationship with Sam be more successful than her relationship with Connor?

What two factors contributed the most to the ultimate success of Lucy's new family?