What is the significance of Marcus Daniels, the young Washington D.C. kid who commits suicide at the beginning of the novel?

How are Casanova and the Gentleman Caller both similar and different?

Explain the theory of twinning.

Why is Cross so reluctant to be in the South?

Explain how the twinning phenomenon is demonstrated in Cross and Sampson.

What are some clues that Cross misses?

Why does the romantic relationship between Cross and Kate fail?

Why is the Gentleman Caller more brutal than Casanova?

Why does the Gentleman Caller keep souvenirs of his victims?

How can Casanova kidnap and kill and also have a relationship with his wife?