House of Salt and Sorrows

Trace Morella’s character arc. How do her experiences with the Thaumas sisters shape her personality? Include examples from the text.

Through its exploration of grief and illusions, House of Salt and Sorrows delves into mental health. Choose a character and examine how their mental obstacles are or are not overcome. Include examples from the text.

Compare House of Salt and Sorrows to the fairy tale “The Twelve Dancing Princesses” by the Brothers Grimm. How does the novel expand on the original story’s plot points?

In what ways are the Salann Islands themselves significant to the novel’s tone and plot?

The novel often blurs reality and fantasy, such being the case for Fisher’s fate. In your opinion, when did Kosamaras take Fisher’s form? Include examples from the text to support your answer.

Which reveal struck you as the most surprising? Why? How does Erin A. Craig gradually unravel this mystery?

Analyze how two characters cope with grief and its impact on the plot.

Analyze how two characters act on love and its impact on the plot.