The God of the Woods

What role do you think the setting of the Adirondack summer camp plays in the overall atmosphere of the novel?

How does the author develop the theme of secrets throughout the story?

In what ways do family dynamics influence the events that unfold in the novel?

How does the narrative structure, with its multiple perspectives, enhance your understanding of the Van Laar family?

Discuss the significance of the title, 'The God of the Woods'. What does it symbolize in relation to the story?

What parallels can be drawn between Barbara's disappearance and her brother's earlier vanishing?

How do the secrets of the Van Laar family affect the local community's perception of them?

What are your thoughts on the resolutions of the character arcs by the end of the book? Were they satisfying?

How does Moore create tension and suspense throughout the investigation of Barbara’s disappearance?

What message do you think the author conveys about the nature of truth and the costs of uncovering it?