
Book Club Discussion
Discussion Questions
Warning: Potential spoilers.
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The title When Mountains Crumble suggests themes of collapse, change, and resilience. In what ways do the characters experience “mountains crumbling” in their personal lives?
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How does the setting (both physical and emotional landscapes) shape the characters’ decisions and relationships throughout the story?
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Which character did you connect with the most, and why? Did your feelings about them change as the story unfolded?
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The novel explores grief, love, and transformation (in many forms). Which theme resonated with you most, and how did it mirror or challenge your own experiences?
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What role does memory play in shaping how the characters view themselves and each other?
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How many twists did you notice in the book? Which one surprised you the most?
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How did the twists make you feel—did they add excitement, deepen the emotional impact, or change the way you saw a character?
- Many characters carry wounds from the past. How does leaving those wounds unaddressed affect their choices and relationships?
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In what ways does the novel suggest that unresolved pain can echo through generations, families, or communities?
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What do you think the book is ultimately saying about the nature of loss and the possibility of renewal?