When the novel begins, we see Maya turn down the opportunity to go on the incredibly popular dating show Real Love as the lead because she already has the life she wants. If you were offered a similar opportunity, would you take it? Why or why not?
Maya has worked incredibly hard to give herself what many would consider “traditional” success: a high-powered job, a long-term partner, and a glamorous apartment in a big city. In what ways do you think Maya was fulfilled by this success, and in what ways do you think she was not?
What did you think of Maya and Vaughn’s relationship at the beginning of the book? Did they seem happy? Why or why not?
As Maya watches Delilah’s big decisions play out on Real Love as well as in real life, she reflects on her own life. Have you ever had a friend do or try something that made you think about something in a new way?
When Maya meets Kai, there’s an instant connection. What do you think attracted her to him, even though they seem so different on paper?
Throughout the novel, Delilah and Ella (and even Kai) push Maya to step out of her comfort zone, and oftentimes she finds she’s all the better for doing it. Has anyone in your life ever encouraged you to try new things?
Where Delilah made some very sudden, very big changes to her life, Maya is starting a bit smaller and just trying to find some new passions, like art. Have you ever made a small change to your life that made a big difference?
As Maya and Kai grow closer, we see that the dynamic between them is quite different to Maya and Vaughn’s relationship. In what ways did you notice this?
Maya’s birthday party is a pivotal scene in the novel and a pivotal point in her relationships with many of those around her. What did you think of how Maya handled herself and the decisions she made as a result? Did you agree or disagree with her choices?
As we reach the end of the novel, we discover that Maya has a very big choice to make. Would you have made the same choice she did in her position, or would you have chosen something different? Why or why not?