The Night She Disappeared

In Chapter 28, Drew wonders, “Can you really change your destiny?” (147). Consider this question in the context of the story. Do Gabie, Drew, and Kayla already have their futures laid out for them? How do they succeed or fail in changing their fates?

How does Henry construct an effective crime thriller through a YA lens? What distinguishes this novel from a thriller targeted at adult audiences?

One of the novel’s themes is the danger of unchecked biases, particularly socioeconomic biases. Is this theme satisfactorily explored? What other kinds of biases can influence a criminal investigation?