Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.
- This book is a lot more like a bunch of different episodes mashed together into a novel. How is that different from a more conventional novel where the chapters are totally linked to each other?
- Why is it so hard to leave an abusive relationship? How is a violent relationship also kind of appealing?
- Is there a link between men and violence? Why are men featured so often as the abusive partner?
- Is this book a little too into becoming a stereotypical American?
- Are some stories, like coming-of-age stories, just universal regardless of cultural differences? Or is A Step From Heaven only possible in an American context?
- What would this book be like if Apa stayed in the family instead of running off with his girlfriend?
- What would this book be like if Joon Ho, Young Ju's little brother, narrated the story?
- Sure Young Ju changes as a character, but it's arguable that the characters in this book actually don't change that much. Does this book have a pretty bleak outlook on people's ability to change?