Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. Walter Nash’s transformation from a lanky corporate executive to the formidable vigilante Dillon Hope is central to the novel. Did you find this evolution believable? What aspects of his journey were most compelling or challenging for you as a reader?

2. David Baldacci has created many memorable series protagonists, like Amos Decker from the Memory Man series or Travis Devine from The 6:20 Man, who are often outsiders shaped by trauma. How does Walter Nash’s journey of reinvention compare to other thriller heroes you’ve encountered, either by Baldacci or in the genre as a whole?

3. What element of Nash Falls stayed with you the most after you finished the book? Was it the intricate financial conspiracy, the emotional weight of the father-son relationships, or the visceral details of Nash’s training and revenge?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. The decades-long estrangement between Nash and his father is rooted in a single, misunderstood event from their past. Thinking about relationships in your own life, how can unspoken grievances or different interpretations of history shape the present?

2. Shock tells Nash that to become a killer, he must be willing to obliterate his own humanity. Have you ever been in a situation that required you to suppress a part of your personality to accomplish a difficult goal? What does the book suggest about the cost of survival?

3. The novel contrasts Nash’s self-made success with Rhett Temple’s inherited privilege. In your own observations, how does the source of a person’s status or wealth seem to influence their choices and moral compass?

4. Before his life unravels, Nash finds comfort in his meticulously organized closet and predictable routines. What are some of the ways you create order or find stability when facing uncertainty in your own life?

5. Maggie Nash’s initial ambition is to become a social media influencer, a path her father doesn’t support. How did you feel about her career goals, and what did you make of her shift toward mental health advocacy? Does their conversation reflect broader generational views on what constitutes a meaningful life?

Examine the book’s relevance to societal issues, historical events, or cultural themes.

1. Nash Falls grounds its conspiracy in real-world issues like the opioid crisis and financial crime being used as covert warfare. How did incorporating these contemporary anxieties affect your reading experience? Do you see examples of this intersection in the real world?

2. A pivotal moment in the plot is when Maggie’s coerced or faked video accusing her father of abuse goes viral. What does this storyline suggest about the power of digital media to shape narratives and destroy reputations, even in the absence of truth?

Dive into the book’s structure, characters, themes, and symbolism.

1. How does the author use the dysfunctional dynamic between Rhett and Barton Temple to highlight different aspects of the bond between Nash and his father, Tiberius “Ty” Nash? What do these contrasting legacies reveal about fatherhood?

2. The legacy of the Vietnam War and the devastating health effects of Agent Orange are crucial to understanding Ty’s character. How does the novel use this historical context to explore themes of trauma, loyalty, and the debt society owes its veterans?

3. Nash’s physical transformation is a key part of the narrative, reminiscent of classic revenge stories like Alexandre Dumas’s The Count of Monte Cristo or Alfred Bester’s The Stars My Destination. Do you see his new identity as Dillon Hope primarily as a practical disguise, or does it also indicate a bigger, irreversible change in his soul?

4. The motif of betrayal drives the plot at every level. Which act of betrayal resonated most with you—Judith Nash’s affair, the leak within the FBI, or Nash’s long-buried betrayal of his mother? How do these different betrayals work together to isolate Nash and force his transformation?

5. What purpose does the character of Isaiah “Shock” York fulfill in the narrative? Consider his relationships with both Ty and Nash.

Encourage imaginative and creative connections to the book.

1. Ty’s letter reshapes the entire story by revealing a hidden truth. Imagine you could write a similar letter from another character’s perspective. What might Judith write to Maggie after her death, or what secrets might Barton Temple have confessed to Rhett if he were capable of honesty?

2. You’ve been asked to design a new tattoo for Nash’s persona, Dillon Hope, that will be added after the events of this book. What image or symbol would you choose to represent his journey and his future, and what personal meaning would it hold for him?

3. Shock’s secure training facility is the crucible where Nash is reforged. If you were to design a secret hideout for a character on a mission of revenge, what three essential features would you include to reflect their goals and their state of mind?