A history of silence cover

A history of silence

by Barbara Neil

A British woman takes a job as a physical therapist to a stroke victim in New Orleans, becoming friends with his wealthy cousin. As a present, the cousin brings her sister from London for a visit. The physical therapist leaves, the sister marries the cousin.

Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?