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Jojo Moyes

Me Before You

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Essay Topics

1.

Discuss the significance of the title, Me Before You. How does this title connect to the themes of the novel?

2.

Why does Jojo Moyes choose to shift narrators? What effect does this choice have? Provide specific examples to support your answer.

3.

A foil is a contrasting character who highlights a characteristic in their opposing character. Discuss a character and their foil from the novel. How do they contrast? What qualities does each character highlight in the other?

4.

Moyes chooses to end the novel with the Epilogue. Analyze this choice. How does the Epilogue contribute to the themes of the novel?

5.

Aside from Will, how do Louisa’s relationships with other characters change? How so?

6.

The castle features prominently in the background of the novel. Analyze the symbolism of the castle. What function does it serve in the novel?

7.

Louisa’s unique style is mentioned throughout the novel. Discuss the significance of Louisa’s clothing choices. What function does this detail serve in the novel?

8.

Through Will, the novel depicts disability and its effects on involved parties. How does Moyes depict survivors of spinal cord injuries? What purpose does this depiction serve?

9.

The novel explores the controversial topic of euthanasia. How does Moyes attempt to offer a balanced perspective on this topic?

10.

Me Before You is categorized as a romance novel but does not feature a typical happy ending. How does Moyes depict love in the novel?

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