Strangers in Time

How does the setting of wartime London impact the choices and development of Charlie and Molly throughout the novel?

What role does The Book Keep play in the lives of the main characters, and how does it symbolize hope and stability?

Discuss the significance of family, both biological and chosen, in 'Strangers in Time.' How do the characters redefine family?

In what ways do Charlie and Molly differ in their coping mechanisms with the trauma of war? How do these differences affect their relationship?

What does Ignatius Oliver's character teach us about grief and healing?

How do Molly's experiences in the countryside versus her return to London shape her understanding of 'home'?

Why does Charlie feel compelled to enlist, and how does his plan affect his relationship with Ignatius and Molly?

What are the implications of Ignatius's secret, and how does it alter the dynamics between him, Charlie, and Molly?

Analyze the theme of survival in the novel. How do the characters' strategies for survival differ, and what does this say about their personalities?

How does the author use suspense to enhance the narrative, particularly regarding the person following Molly?

Discuss the resolution of Ignatius's secret. How did it affect your perception of his character?

Reflect on the ending of the novel. Do you think the characters found a sense of closure and peace?

How did the relationship between Charlie and Molly evolve by the end of the story?

Explore how the concept of trust is developed throughout the novel. How do misunderstandings and secrets test the bonds between characters?

What impact do the events of the novel have on Ignatius's view of community and personal responsibility?