Society of Lies: A Novel

Maya and Naomi are sisters and joint narrators. How are their experiences similar and different? Consider how, other than the chapter titles, the novel provides details that would help the reader tell them apart.

Describe how Maya’s role changes over the course of the narrative. What are the events that change her, and what effect do they have on her and the story’s moral message?

Discuss the characters of Lila Jones and Amy Chen. Why do you think the novel has Lila die and Amy live? What does this say about their circumstances, characters, and motivations?