The Devil Wears Prada

Why do you think the author chose to include the word “Devil” in the book’s title? What mythological associations does it evoke?

Andy undergoes a transformation over the course of the story. Describe her character development.

Who enables Miranda’s narcissism? What advantages accrue from doing so?

Describe Andy’s adversarial relationship with cell phones. What do they represent?

Alex functions as the voice of Andy’s conscience. Give examples of the altruistic choices he makes as compared to Andy’s ambitious ones.

Discuss the devil’s bargain that Andy makes with Miranda. What causes the assistant to change her mind?

Image is everything at Runway. Describe how the staff demonstrate this principle daily.

Shoes of all kinds feature prominently in the story. Gives examples of Andy’s focus on footwear.