- When the story opens, Thaddeus is on a tour for his bestselling memoir about Davy’s disappearance. He says that the theme of his memoir is that he has moved past the tragedy. In what ways does Thaddeus show that he actually hasn’t moved on?
- When we first meet Tabitha, she’s writing her weekly regret list, which she started after Davy disappeared. Do you have a
daily, weekly, or monthly ritual that has lasted years? When did you start it and why, and how did you maintain the habit?
Is there a ritual that you want to start but haven’t yet?
- Gordon lived in a cabin on the property where Davy vanished, and most members of the community think he’s responsible for
Davy’s disappearance. Still, he decided to stay in Wynotte to help his parents, despite facing constant suspicion and gossip.
Would you have stayed in Wynotte, or would you have left? Why?
- Anissa is the Public Information Officer for the Wynotte Police Department and tasked with guiding the Malcors through the
latest break in Davy’s case, but very few people know that she was the last person to see Davy alive. Would you have kept
the same secret? Why or why not?
- Thaddeus and Larkin were growing closer when Davy vanished. What do you think would have happened to their relationship if Thaddeus hadn’t pushed Larkin away?
- We see flashbacks of Tabitha and Daniel getting ready for and attending a party the night that Davy disappears. Can you relate
to Tabitha wanting a break from being just Mom for a night, despite the events that unfolded while she was out?
- The morning after Davy vanished, Gordon lies to a police officer about Davy coming to his house, even though he did give Davy
a putty knife. Why do you think Gordon chose to lie? How do you think Gordon’s life would have been different if he had told
the truth?
- Before Davy’s funeral, Anissa pays a visit to Gordon. Why do you think she confessed to him about her presence the night Davy
disappeared? Would you have done the same thing?
- Thaddeus and Davy’s younger sister, Kristy, is only four years old when Davy vanishes. How do you think Davy’s disappearance
has affected her even though her memories of him aren’t as strong?
- We find out who was involved in Davy’s disappearance near the end of the book. Did you correctly suspect who played a role?
If so, what were some clues that led to your suspicion?