About This Book
Jonathan Friesen's 'Mayday' is a thought-provoking young adult novel that delves into themes of sacrifice, regret, and the profound consequences of altering destiny. When 17-year-old Crow falls into a coma protecting her sister, her soul is given a chance to return to the past in a different body to prevent the tragedy. This story explores complex moral questions about identity, the nature of time, and the true meaning of love and family. It's ideal for mature teen readers who enjoy speculative fiction with a strong emotional core and philosophical undertones, prompting discussions about choices and their ripple effects.
When trying to protect her sister lands seventeen-year-old Crow in a coma, putting her soul in limbo between life and death, she is given a chance to inhabit a loaner body to go back and change the past.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you had the chance to change one past event, would you? What might be the 'catches' or unintended consequences?
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How does Crow's identity change when she inhabits a 'loaner body'? What does it mean to be yourself?
3
What does this book say about the power of sisterly love and sacrifice?
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Do you think Crow's actions were brave or reckless? Why?
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What are the moral implications of trying to alter destiny or change the past?
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