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John Connolly

The Book of Lost Things

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2006

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Essay Topics

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How does Connolly’s use of foreshadowing contribute to the mood of the novel?

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David is angry with God for the death of his mother and for bringing Rose and Georgie into his life. What are some other ways that Connolly incorporates religion into the story? How does the religion motif help develop Connolly’s theme about the need to accept the reality of death? What role does religion have in David’s coming-of-age journey?

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What does Connolly’s characterization of the Loups reveal about human nature?