Book Club Discussion Questions and Guide for Sweet Fury by Sash Bischoff

1. The author's note mentions that Sweet Fury is in conversation with the works of F. Scott Fitzgerald. Did you notice any Easter eggs or parallels to Fitzgerald's writing? How do these add depth to the story?
2. The three generations of women represented in Sweet Fury bring radically different interpretations of feminism to the story. How would you define a true feminist? In your eyes, are any of the characters in the novel true feminists?
3. What do you think Sash Bischoff was saying about gender dynamics in the works of F. Scott Fitzgerald? How do you think his books would be received if they were published today?
4. The feminist reimagining of Tender Is the Night plays a central role in the story. How does Lila's interpretation of Nicole Diver's journey mirror her own struggles and aspirations? How does the novel depict the relationship between trauma and artistic expression?
5. Did Jonah's character arc surprise you? Were there moments of foreshadowing that clued you in to the way his narrative might unfold?
6. The novel explores various power dynamics, from Lila's professional relationships to her romantic entanglements. How do these dynamics evolve throughout the story?
7. How do the themes of public versus private personas play out in the novel, particularly for characters in the entertainment industry?
8. What do you think the book is saying about the #metoo movement and the nature of justice? Can justice ever really be achieved in the aftermath of sexual violence? In your opinion, at what point do Lila's methods in her own pursuit of justice cross the line past permissibility?
9. If you've finished the novel, do you feel the ending provided closure for Lila? For any of the characters?
10. Did Lila's attempts to balance career ambition with her truth inspire any reflection on times in your own life when your motivations got messy?

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