The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward

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First Impressions

What were your initial thoughts when you started reading "The Last House on Needless Street"? Did the book meet your expectations or surprise you?

Unresolved Questions

Were there any plot points or character arcs that you felt were left unresolved or could have been explored further?

Alternate Ending

If you could change one thing about the ending of "The Last House on Needless Street" what would it be and why?

Adaptation Dreams

If "The Last House on Needless Street" were to be adapted into a movie or TV series, who would you cast in the main roles?

A Cat with a Voice

Olivia, the talking cat, has one of the most distinct perspectives in the novel. What do you think her chapters added to the story? Did she bring comfort, confusion, or both?

The Monster and the Man

The book plays with ideas of monstrosity—real and imagined. At what point did you start questioning your assumptions about Ted? How does the story blur the lines between villain and victim?

Mental Illness and Misunderstanding

How does the novel handle mental illness, particularly when it comes to identity and perception? Were there moments that challenged your expectations or made you uncomfortable?