Content Warning: This section of the guide contains discussion of illness and death.

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. Discuss your experience with the book’s alternating narrative perspectives and extremely short chapters. Did you enjoy this structure? Why or why not?

2. Did the ending surprise you? How did you feel about the author’s resolution of the central tension of whether Cherry’s predictions would come true?

3. Consider the author’s tone. How does she provide levity surrounding serious and sometimes intense subjects such as illness and death? Did you appreciate this approach?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. What are your thoughts on psychics and precognition experiences? Would you ever use a psychic’s services?

2. Analyze each character’s reactions to Cherry’s prediction. How would you react to knowing the exact date and circumstances surrounding your death? Would it change the way you live your daily life?

3. Discuss your beliefs surrounding fate and free will. Do you agree with the book’s suggestion that they are more intertwined than opposing forces?

4. How would you react to the situation on the plane? Have you ever had an uncanny or unexplainable experience?