"Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo by ovbc2024.q4@gmail.com

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USO Indo-Pacific and USO Europe | Middle East | Africa will host our monthly Overseas Virtual Book Club discussing "Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo on October 10th at 2000 JST on Zoom

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USO OVBC Intros

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About the Author

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Character Guide

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Discuss why the book and show is titled "Shadow and Bone."

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Which character was your favorite? Which character was your least favorite?

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Would you want to live as a Grisha or another type of character lifestyle, Heartrender, Tailor, Army Soldier, etc?

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Mal wrote about the difference between "Cardinal North" and "True North." What/who is your "True North?"

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Discuss the relationship between the Darkling and Alina. Do you think the Darkling genuinely cared for Alina at all?

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Have you read "Shadow and Bone", "Six of Crows", or any other books in the Grishaverse written by Leigh Bardugo?

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What were the main similarities and differences between the Netflix series and the book?

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Were there any moments in the series that were unexpected and surprised you?

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Did you prefer the Netflix series or the book?

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What do you think will happen in season 2 of the Netflix series?

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Current Reads

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Book Recommendations?

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Alina starts as an insecure and unremarkable orphan. How does the discovery of her powers change how she sees herself?

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How does her struggle to accept her role as the Sun Summoner reflect real-life challenges of self-discovery and accepting one's strengths?

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Do you think the Darkling is purely evil, or is he a more sympathetic character with understandable motivations?

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The novel explores how power can corrupt people. How do different characters like the Darkling and Alina respond to the power they wield?

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What does the novel suggest about the responsibilities that come with great power? How does this relate to Alina’s journey?

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What role does loyalty play in Alina’s relationship with Mal? Do you think their bond is more based on friendship or romantic love?

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Throughout the book, Alina grapples with her loyalty to Mal and her new ties to the Grisha. How does her relationship with Mal change as she becomes more immersed in the Grisha world?

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Can Alina’s decisions be justified in prioritizing personal relationships over her greater responsibilities as the Sun Summoner?

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How does the Little Palace function as both a place of privilege and isolation for the Grisha? How does it impact Alina’s development?

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How does the presence of the Fold shape Ravka's politics, economy, and relationships with other nations?

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By the end of the book, how has Alina grown as a character? What key moments lead to this growth?

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In what ways does Alina’s journey reflect the broader theme of discovering one's purpose?

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Several characters in Shadow and Bone operate in morally gray areas. How does Bardugo portray characters like the Darkling, Genya, or Baghra? Are any of them fully good or fully evil?

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What plot twists surprised you the most in the novel? Were there any moments that you felt were foreshadowed earlier in the story?

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How did Bardugo keep the tension and mystery alive throughout the book, particularly regarding the Darkling’s true intentions?

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Shadow and Bone deals with issues of war, power, and class struggles. How do these themes parallel real-world issues, both historically and in contemporary society?

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The book ends with Alina and Mal escaping the Darkling’s clutches. What do you think will be their next move, and how will their relationship evolve?

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Who is your favorite character?

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