Book Club Discussion Questions and Guide for We Would Never by Tova Mirvis

1. How does the first scene of the book, set in Maine in 2019, work as an effective frame for the story that follows?
2. Early in his career, Solomon has an academic discovery stolen from him. How does this intellectual theft inform his sense of justice?
3. What do you think of Sherry and Nate's plan to initially pay off Jonah?
4. Discuss the moment on page 126 when Nate jokingly suggests murdering Jonah. How did you react to this suggestion initially? Does your reaction to this idea change over the course of the novel?
5. We learn why Adam decides he never wants to see his mother again (page 162). Do you think Adam's anger toward Sherry is justified?
6. How do Sherry and Solomon approach parenting differently? Do you think one is more appropriate than the other?
7. Both Hailey and Sherry use exercise to cope with their anger. Do you ever use exercise to deal with your emotions?
8. How does Nate's relationship with Tara affect his decision about how to deal with Jonah?
9. The concept of love is often used to justify characters actions. Are there limits to what you would do to protect the people you love?
10. Sherry becomes focused on getting Hailey to move to West Palm Beach. How much do you think this has to do with watching out for her daughter and how much is it about her own self-interest?
11. With Jonah out of the picture, the Marcuses' were supposed to be closer than ever. How does this plan backfire?
12. Discuss the revelation at the end of the book. At any point did you suspect who was actually responsible for Jonah's murder?
13. Why do you think Solomon decided to tell Adam the truth? Why do you think Adam told Hailey?
14. Where do you think the Marcus family goes from here?

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