Conversation Topics
The Scarlet Letter by Hawthorne, Nathaniel
Pick a story conflict to push the characters' buttons
The Nature of Sin and Redemption
"Can true redemption be achieved through public acknowledgment and suffering, or is it a matter of internal reckoning and transformation?"
The Conflict Between Individual Freedom and Societal Expectations
"Does individual freedom necessitate rebellion against societal norms, or can it be found within the framework of community and tradition?"
The Destructive Power of Revenge
"Is the pursuit of revenge ever justifiable, or does it inevitably corrupt the avenger and perpetuate a cycle of suffering?"
The Significance of Truth vs. Deception
"Is it morally justifiable to conceal the truth to protect oneself or others, or is honesty always the superior path, regardless of the consequences?"
💡 How Authors- Works
Characters naturally disagree on some subjects, as the author intended! Discover the tensions that drive the story, and get a better understanding of the story's deeper meaning. Features: pre-loaded questions; clickable prompts; characters who remember and talk authentically based on their values, and, sometimes, from what they learned. Jump back into your favorite stories in a whole new way.