The setting of Waning Bay, Michigan acts almost like its own character. How did the town shape Daphne's emotional journey? Would you want to live in a place like Waning Bay? Why or why not?
Examine the theme of "funny stories" that recurs throughout the book. Why do you think Henry chose this title? What does it represent about how we frame difficult life experiences?
What did you think of the pacing of the novel - did you think the characters got together too fast? Too slow? Just right?
Funny Story covers a lot of “typical” Romance tropes, such as opposites attract, friends to lovers, forced proximity (as roommates) and fake dating. Do you usually enjoy any of these tropes? Did Henry's portrayal subvert or adhere to expectations?
Examine the theme of "funny stories" that recurs throughout the book. Why do you think Henry chose this title? What does it represent about how we frame difficult life experiences?
What did you think of the pacing of the novel - did you think the characters got together too fast? Too slow? Just right?
Funny Story covers a lot of “typical” Romance tropes, such as opposites attract, friends to lovers, forced proximity (as roommates) and fake dating. Do you usually enjoy any of these tropes? Did Henry's portrayal subvert or adhere to expectations?