Contrast the spirit of Edenism with that of Adamism. Does the Edenist invention of affinity seem like a perversion of humanity or a positive extension of it?

Explain the various attitudes toward life after death theorized by the story. Cite examples.

Discuss how the principle of revenge drives the actions of various characters. Does this emotion serve to cloud or sharpen the judgment of the characters involved? Does it do both?

Discuss Joshua Calvert's promiscuity with other aspects of his character. Is it possible for a good person to be incapable of fidelity?

Describe the life of the voidhawk and its captain, from birth to death. What advantages does this close affinity link have? What disadvantages?

Contrast the lives and works of Ione Saldana, Laton, and Rubra, three outsiders to accepted society.

Highlight some of the examples of the possessed aiding the living. Do...