About This Book
This young adult novel follows Daphne, a teenager seeking refuge from a difficult life in Detroit by moving to her Uncle Floyd's home in Carbon County, Wyoming. Instead of peace, she finds a community consumed by the belief that the End Times are upon them. The narrative blends realistic themes of family drama, teen dating, and an unexpected pregnancy with speculative elements as Daphne grapples with the possibility that she alone can decipher the signs of the apocalypse. It's a story about finding your voice and truth amidst chaos, suitable for mature young readers.
When life in Detroit becomes too hard to bear, Daphne flees to her Uncle Floyd's home in Carbon County, Wyoming, but instead of solace she finds tumult as the townsfolk declare that the End Times are here, and she may be the only person who can read the signs and know the truth.
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Daphne's past in Detroit influence her perspective on the 'End Times' in Wyoming?
2
Discuss the role of community belief versus individual truth in the story. How does Daphne navigate this?
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What challenges does Daphne face as a newcomer in Carbon County, and how does she overcome them?
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How does the book explore themes of family, responsibility, and self-discovery amidst extraordinary circumstances?
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If you were Daphne, how would you react to a town convinced the world was ending, and you were the only one who could read the signs?
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