A Greyhound of a Girl Reading Guide & Discussion Questions

Name: A Greyhound of a Girl
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)
Author: Roddy Doyle
ISBN: 9781419701689

A Greyhound of a Girl

by Roddy Doyle

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First Published:
May 1, 2012, 208 pages

Paperback:
Nov 2013, 224 pages

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Jennifer G Wilder
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- Generational Sagas
- Parenting & Families
- Dealing with Loss
- Female Friendships
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What is the significance of greyhounds in the story?
If you could go back in time and ask one person one question, who would it be and what would you ask?

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How does the author develop themes of identity and belonging throughout the narrative?
What role does the setting play in shaping the characters' decisions and relationships?
Discuss how the ending reframes the events of the story. Were you surprised?

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