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Things We Never Got Over
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"Things We Never Got Over" Quiz

A runaway bride named Naomi escapes to a small town to help her estranged twin, only to find herself caring for her niece and falling for a grumpy local barber.

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  1. Discuss the role of small-town dynamics in 'Things We Never Got Over.' How do these dynamics impact the relationship between Naomi and Knox?
  2. Analyze the theme of family in the novel. How does Naomi’s relationship with her twin sister Tina shape her experiences and choices?
  3. Examine Knox’s character development throughout the book. What events or interactions cause him to change, and how?
  4. How does the motif of starting over manifest in Naomi’s journey? What are the obstacles and opportunities she faces in Knockemout?
  5. Consider the significance of community in the novel. In what ways do secondary characters influence the main narrative?
  6. Explore the role of secrets and hidden truths in the story. How do they drive the plot and affect character relationships?
  7. Discuss the portrayal of trauma and healing in 'Things We Never Got Over.' How do the main characters confront their pasts?
  8. How does the author use humor and wit to balance heavier themes in the novel?
  9. Evaluate the use of dual perspectives in the book. How does switching viewpoints between Naomi and Knox enhance the reader’s understanding of the story?
  10. In what ways does the novel challenge or reinforce stereotypes about romance and small-town life?
  11. Analyze the depiction of motherhood and guardianship in the book, particularly through Naomi’s sudden responsibility for Waylay.
  12. How does the setting of Knockemout function as more than just a backdrop for the story?
  13. Discuss how Lucy Score develops the theme of trust and vulnerability between the characters.
  14. What role do past relationships (romantic or familial) play in shaping the characters’ present actions and motivations?