Flaws and All (30 page)

1.
By the end of the story, which character evolves the most as a person? Who remains most stagnant?

2.
Does the friendship between the women seem to hinder or support each woman's spiritual growth? Explain.

3.
Considering his stature in the church and the community and the magnitude of Sullivan's betrayal, should Charles have taken her back? Why or why not?

4.
Was Sullivan just spoiled and self-indulgent, or did she have a legitimate reason to be so unhappy with her life and in her marriage?

5.
Should Sullivan, Angel, or Lawson have called the police on Kina's behalf once they found out that E'Bell was abusing her, or should they have let Kina handle the situation on her own? Why?

6.
Would you have liked to see E'Bell live? If he had lived, do you think Kina would have been strong enough to walk away from him for good?

7.
In the Angel/Theresa situation, would it have been harder for you to forgive, befriend, and take care of the woman your husband cheated with, or to watch your husband's ex-wife take the place you once held with him and your children?

8.
Should Angel have given Duke a second chance with her? Based on his past actions and integrity (or lack thereof), do you think he would cheat on her again?

9.
Would you have liked to see Lawson end up with Mark as opposed to Garrett? Why or why not?

10.
Was Lawson justified in keeping Namon away from his biological father? Why or why not?