Jacob Have I Loved | Topics for Discussion
1. Jacob Have I Loved is set during World War II, yet the book focuses on Louise's thoughts and emotions. How does the World War II setting contribute to Louise's psychological conflicts?
2. What does Rass Island signify to Louise? What does the island mean to Call, to Mrs. Bradshaw, and to Caroline?
3. What attracts Call, Louise, and Caroline to the Captain? Examine the Captain's relationship with each of these characters.
4. Louise hates—and feels guilty about hating—her sister throughout much of the book. How justified are Louise's feelings about her...
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