The God of the Woods

1. General Impressions 

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• Liz Moore is the author of five novels across multiple genres. Compare The God of the Woods to some of her other books, such as Long Bright River. What thematic and stylistic patterns emerge? 
• How does The God of the Woods participate in conventions of the thriller and mystery genres, and how does it update these conventions for the cultural environment of 2024?
• Which plot twists or surprises did you find most effective? How did the novel develop mystery and suspense?

2. Literary Analysis 

Dive into the book’s structure, characters, themes, and symbolism.

• Like other mystery novels, The God of the Woods uses misdirection to enhance suspense and foster surprise. Which plot twists most effectively surprised you, and how? 
• Which characters did you find most relatable? Why? How did the novel encourage empathy for these characters? 
• The God of the Woods is deeply rooted in its upstate New York setting. How does this setting influence the tone and mood of the novel? How does it contribute to the novel’s understanding of class and social inequality? 
• How do