Sleuth work: The Wisdom of Gamache in A Trick of the Light. Identify phrases in this book that embrace Gamache’s approach to life. ONLY comment with the phrase! Discussion of the selected phrase will take place next week after Louise reveals her phrase.

Identify a passage or scene that embraces the spirit of Three Pines in A Trick of the Light. What does the phrase or scene mean to you? How does it inspire you?

What’s your favourite passage or scene that demonstrates Louise’s humour in A Trick of the Light?

Identify a passage or scene that demonstrates an insight into human nature in A Trick of the Light. Discuss the quote or scene and what it means to you or how it has impacted you.

In A Trick of the Light, did you pick up on any historical or geographical details of interest? Tell us about it and what you appreciated learning about in A Trick of the Light.

Tell us about your favourite food moment in A Trick of the Light! Has the food in this book inspired you to try a new dish or bake/cook something new?

Discuss The Wisdom of Gamache phrase chosen by Louise. What does this phrase mean to you? How does it inspire you?

Old grievances play an important role in the story.

There are many old friendships in this book—from Lillian and Clara, to Gamache and Beauvoir, to the relationships among people in Three Pines.

Chiaroscuro, as Beauvoir discovers, “means a bold contrast. The play of light and dark.”