About This Book
This sequel to Paul Zindel's acclaimed "The Pigman" picks up with teenage protagonists John and Lorraine four months after the devastating loss of their beloved mentor. Haunted by guilt and the consequences of their actions, they are determined to make amends by focusing their efforts on helping a new friend in need. The book explores themes of grief, responsibility, empathy, and the challenging path to self-forgiveness, offering a realistic portrayal of young adults navigating complex emotional landscapes and difficult family situations. It's a poignant story about finding purpose and connection after trauma.
Zindel's successful and moving follow-up to The Pigman picks up four months later, as John and Lorraine are determined to rectify their past mistakes by helping a new friend any way they can.
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Discussion Prompts
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How do John and Lorraine try to "rectify their past mistakes"? What does that mean to them?
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What qualities do John and Lorraine bring to their new friendship? How do they help their new friend?
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How do you think John and Lorraine have changed since the events of "The Pigman"?
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What does this book teach us about responsibility and forgiveness?
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How do the characters deal with feelings of guilt or sadness?
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