Discuss The Paris Diversion by Chris Pavone

Pavone challenges readers to question their assumptions about terrorism. In The Paris Diversion, how do the perpetrators manipulate such preconceptions? How does the author manipulate readers?

Feb. 04, 2020
by acstrine

Where do you see revenge as a driving force The Paris Diversion? How does vengeance reveal itself to enact injustice rather than right a wrong? Did you draw any messages about the moral importance of forgiveness?

Jan. 29, 2020
by pnelson384

Do you agree with her assessment of how a police state happens? Once this cycle begins, do you think it can be broken, and if so, how?

Feb. 04, 2020
by paulagb

Knowing the characters

Feb. 12, 2020
by hahiramom

Kate Moore states: 'Etiquette is a minefield,' describing ex-pats living in Paris. What do you believe this means?

Jan. 29, 2020
by pnelson384

Do you think that any of the characters strive to restore a feeling of human connection in the material world? Do they seek a sense of belonging and community because of that?

Feb. 04, 2020
by paulagb

Have you read Pavone's previous novel, The Expats, and if so, how do the books compare? Do any other authors come to mind whose writing styles are similar?

Feb. 03, 2020
by marganna

Is there any difference between the type of terrorist attack outlined in the novel and the near-daily mass shootings in the United States?

Feb. 05, 2020
by Junebug

How did the international setting add to the intrigue of the pot? How did the culture feel similar to or different from that of the US? Would the story have been different if set somewhere else?

Feb. 06, 2020
by cathyoc

If you could ask the author one question, what would it be?

Feb. 05, 2020
by Junebug

Do you think any characters get what they deserve? Did you find other characters' fates undeserved or unjust?

Feb. 05, 2020
by Junebug

How would you define Kate and Dexter's partnership and the love that exists between them? What, in your view, makes for a stable relationship or marriage?

Jan. 29, 2020
by pnelson384

This (and Pavone's earlier book) challenge standard power dynamics and gender roles in marriage and the workplace. How did you find that applied to the characters here?

Feb. 03, 2020
by marganna

Wyatt comments, "Innocent doesn't mean you don't deserve to die. We all die, there's no deserve or don't deserve about it. Just a question of when, and how." What's your opinion about this statement?

Feb. 04, 2020
by Junebug

There are moments in which Kate feels conflicted between her family and professional life. Have you experienced similar tensions in your life?

Jan. 29, 2020
by pnelson384

Dexter's career involves stock market speculation, but Kate feels that it seems like a gamble. What is your view on the topic?

Jan. 29, 2020
by pnelson384

At their core, do you think Pavone's characters are more alike than they are different? Did you ever feel an increased sense of sympathy or understanding for any of them as you learned more about their histories?

Feb. 05, 2020
by Junebug

Hunter thinks to himself, "There are plenty of successful people who don't step on everyone else as they climb their ladders." Do you believe this is true?

Feb. 10, 2020
by SKB

Kate complains that teenage girls "know how to do mainly this one thing: look like they're having a great time in social-media photos…" Do you think this is a fair assessment of today's teenagers?

Feb. 12, 2020
by lc8558

Pavone writes that there is no such thing as safety for anyone, anywhere. Not anymore. Do you think this is true?

Feb. 05, 2020
by Junebug

For such an accomplished businessman who is in general so sharp, why is Hunter so blind with regard to Colette? Do other characters misunderstand their own relationships?

Feb. 09, 2020
by djcminor

Overall, what do you think of The Paris Diversion? (no plot spoilers in this thread please)

Feb. 05, 2020
by lc8558

The Paris Diversion

Discuss The Paris Diversion by Chris Pavone

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Can you identify one character in this book that seemed to have good intentions?

Pavone challenges readers to question their assumptions about terrorism. In The Paris Diversion, how do the perpetrators manipulate such preconceptions? How does the author manipulate readers?

Where do you see revenge as a driving force The Paris Diversion? How does vengeance reveal itself to enact injustice rather than right a wrong? Did you draw any messages about the moral importance of forgiveness?

Do you agree with her assessment of how a police state happens? Once this cycle begins, do you think it can be broken, and if so, how?

Knowing the characters

Kate Moore states: 'Etiquette is a minefield,' describing ex-pats living in Paris. What do you believe this means?

Do you think that any of the characters strive to restore a feeling of human connection in the material world? Do they seek a sense of belonging and community because of that?

Have you read Pavone's previous novel, The Expats, and if so, how do the books compare? Do any other authors come to mind whose writing styles are similar?

Is there any difference between the type of terrorist attack outlined in the novel and the near-daily mass shootings in the United States?

How did the international setting add to the intrigue of the pot? How did the culture feel similar to or different from that of the US? Would the story have been different if set somewhere else?

If you could ask the author one question, what would it be?

Do you think any characters get what they deserve? Did you find other characters' fates undeserved or unjust?

How would you define Kate and Dexter's partnership and the love that exists between them? What, in your view, makes for a stable relationship or marriage?

This (and Pavone's earlier book) challenge standard power dynamics and gender roles in marriage and the workplace. How did you find that applied to the characters here?

Wyatt comments, "Innocent doesn't mean you don't deserve to die. We all die, there's no deserve or don't deserve about it. Just a question of when, and how." What's your opinion about this statement?

There are moments in which Kate feels conflicted between her family and professional life. Have you experienced similar tensions in your life?

Dexter's career involves stock market speculation, but Kate feels that it seems like a gamble. What is your view on the topic?

At their core, do you think Pavone's characters are more alike than they are different? Did you ever feel an increased sense of sympathy or understanding for any of them as you learned more about their histories?

Hunter thinks to himself, "There are plenty of successful people who don't step on everyone else as they climb their ladders." Do you believe this is true?

Kate complains that teenage girls "know how to do mainly this one thing: look like they're having a great time in social-media photos…" Do you think this is a fair assessment of today's teenagers?

Pavone writes that there is no such thing as safety for anyone, anywhere. Not anymore. Do you think this is true?

For such an accomplished businessman who is in general so sharp, why is Hunter so blind with regard to Colette? Do other characters misunderstand their own relationships?

Overall, what do you think of The Paris Diversion? (no plot spoilers in this thread please)

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Discuss The Paris Diversion by Chris Pavone

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