The Guest

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Before You Read

Summary

Background

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapters 1-3

Chapters 4-6

Chapters 7-9

Chapters 10-11

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

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Discussion Questions

Essay Topics

Why is the novel titled The Guest?

Alex has a deep connection to bodies of water. What does the symbolism of the water do for her? How does this reveal certain layers of her characterization?

Identify and analyze the significance of marginal characters who, like Alex, work to serve the wealthy. What do these characters add to the development of characterization and themes?