The Things We Leave Unfinished

1. General Impressions 

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• The Things We Leave Unfinished focuses on two central love stories: Georgia and Noah, and Scarlettand& Jameson. What was the effect of reading about two couples rather than one? Did you find one of the love stories more engaging than the other?
• Do you typically like or dislike books and movies that can be classified as “romance”? To what extent do you consider The Things We Leave Unfinished to be an example of the romance genre? Does it subvert any of the conventions associated with this genre?
• The novel combines one present-day narrative with a narrative set in the past. Do you typically prefer works of historical fiction or novels set in the present day? What are the pros and cons of combining the two different settings?

2. Personal Reflection and Connection 

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

• The plot of The Things We Leave Unfinished revolves around Georgia gradually learning family secrets and new information about her great-grandmother. Have you ever learned information about your family history that surprised you? Why do you think that families sometimes keep secrets?
• Scarlett writes a manuscript based on events from her own life.