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How does the story told in The Finest Hours fit into this centuries-old, on-going narrative of Cape Cod and its inhabitants?
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If you could describe this book with one word, what would it be?Is this the kind of book that you can read a little bit of before going to bed? Or is this the kind of book that demands some concentrated reading time?(Share some Goodreads reviews) Do these reviews reflect your experience of the book? Why or why not?What level of Goodreads star would you give the book?Formatting and Presentation
1. The book was written in (first, second, third) person point-of-view. How do you think it affected the presentation of the story? 2. (If not told in a linear format) The book went back and forth in time (or space). Were you able to follow the threads? 3. How did you find the writing style? What did or didn’t work for you? 4. How was the title significant to the book? 5. What did you think of the book cover? Did it accurately reflect what the book was about? 6. Was the book too long, too sho...
The Author’s Point of View
1. What did you think of the official synopsis of the book? Was it an accurate representation of your experience? 2. If you were to invite the author to dinner, what would you ask them? And what would you serve them? 3. Do you think that the book was at all semi-autobiographical? 4. Would you call this an owned voices book? Why or why not? 5. In terms of theme or plotting, how does this book line up relative to the author’s other works?
Plotting & Pacing
1. How did you find the pacing? On a scale of 1-10 where 1 is the tortoise and 10 is the hare. 2. How satisfied were you with the ending of the book? 3. Did the plot hang together? Were there some holes or lose threads? 4. What were the book’s central themes? 5. Where there any plot devices that you found too trite or convenient? 6. Did you find the book believable? 7. Were there some tried, true and perhaps over-used tropes in the book? 8. Was there a lot of lying, subterfuge and betrayal go...
(For memoirs) Did you find the author’s memory to be reliable and believable?(For memoirs) Could you relate to their lived experience? If so, which parts?(For memoirs) Can there be such a thing as a perfectly true memoir?(For memoirs) What were you hoping to learn from the author?Get some ammo for the key benefits of book clubsand why they are so worth it.And also some useful tips for starting your own book club.Have a smooth running book club using these rules and expectations.Tips for facilitating a great book club discussion.Aug 30, 2024 · Keep your book club discussion questions at your fingertips with our book club questions pdf, making it easy for you to plan and lead insightful discussions about the books you read. With the printable book club questions readily available, you can focus on fostering meaningful conversations with your book club members, instead of worrying ...
Jan 18, 2021 · Start with a concise summary and develop open-ended questions that delve into the book’s themes, characters, and broader contexts. Encourage personal reflections and connections, ensuring a mix of analysis and personal engagement.
The Finest Hours by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman details the perilous maritime disasters and the heroic rescue operations undertaken by the U.S. Coast Guard. The book chronicles the tankers' structural weaknesses that caused them to break apart in the raging seas.
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Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman have seamlessly woven together their extensive research and firsthand interviews to create an unforgettable tale of heroism, triumph, and tragedy, one that truly tells of the Coast Guard's finest hours. Membership Advantages. Media Reviews. Reader Reviews.
