- How quickly (or not) did “Charlie’s Story” engage you?
- At what point did you realise “Charlie’s Story” was really all about Charlie?
- Did you feel a connection to all the characters, and which ones particularly stood out for you?
- What was your initial impression of Stanley in “Charlie’s Story”? Did you later notice how you were misdirected?
- Did you assume that Charlie and Audrey would eventually get together?
- The age of the characters is not mentioned. There are just two small exceptions; did you notice them?
- Did the age of the characters have any bearing on the story for you?
- Did you enjoy the humorous content of the books?
- The story tries to explore a more serious narrative layered within the story. Does it succeed?
- What was your overall impression of the book?
- How did you react to the ending of the book?
- The book is written in first-person dialogue. We only see it through Charlie’s eyes. Does this work for you?
