- How does Margery and Enid's relationship change throughout the novel? How do their opinions of each other evolve?
- Enid and Margery talk a lot about the idea of 'vocation'. What do you think vocation means?
- What did the golden beetle represent for Margery?
- What was your reaction when Margery stole the boots? What do you think that decision represents throughout the course of the novel?
- Discuss the relationship between Enid and her husband, Percy.
- What did you think was in the red valise? Were you surprised when you found out what it was?
- Ending the novel with the introduction of a new character is a bold move, but the short chapter tells us a lot about Margery's later life. Do you think Freya will make it to New Caledonia? What was it about Margery's story that inspired her?
