Who is Janie? Why does she feel like she is an outsider in her own family? What does Janie recall about her childhood? What is Janie's biggest demon that haunts her throughout her life? Why is this important? How does it change her life?

Discuss the relationship between Janie and Cabel. Are they really in love? Is there love, guilt or a sense of obligation in their relationship? How does Janie feel about Cabel? How does Cabel feel about Janie? Why does Janie think Cabel has a crush on Shay? What does she do about it?

What happens to does Janie's father? How does this affect the future of the family? How does each family member react emotionally to his not being around? What does Janie decide about her father? Does Janie ever really determine where her father is?

Who is Cabel? Why does...