Who is Ellie? How does she come to be camping with a group of friends? Describe where Ellie wants to go. Why does she feel responsible for the camping trip? Describe the camping trip. What happens during the trip that gives them a clue that something might be wrong?

Describe the series of events that occur when the group returns from their camping trip. How do the members of the group interpret each event? What major clues lead them to realize the extent of what happened?

Who are the seven members of the original camping trip? Describe each. Who becomes the eighth member of the group? Why is he not a member of the original seven? Describe the status of each as the book comes to an end.

What are the strengths and weaknesses of each of the eight members of the group? Compare...