About This Book
Blizzard's Wake tells the story of 15-year-old Kate Sterling, who lost her mother in a car accident four years prior. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the drunk driver responsible for her mother's death becomes snowbound with the Sterling family during a severe blizzard. This forced proximity creates an emotionally charged environment, compelling Kate to confront her deep-seated feelings of anger, grief, and loneliness. The book explores the complex journey of healing, forgiveness, and understanding in the face of profound loss. It is suitable for young adults aged 12-18, offering a powerful exploration of trauma and reconciliation.
Fifteen-year-old Kate Sterling is still reeling from the loss of her mother in a car accident four years ago. When the drunk driver who killed her mother is snowbound with the Sterling family, all of Kate's buried feelings of anger, grief, and loneli
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Kate's initial reaction to the drunk driver compare to how she feels by the end of the book? What causes these changes?
2
What role does the blizzard play in the story, both literally and metaphorically?
3
Do you think forgiveness is always possible, or even necessary, after a traumatic event? Why or why not?
4
How do different members of Kate's family cope with their grief, and how do their coping mechanisms affect each other?
5
If you were Kate, what would you want to say to the drunk driver?
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