45 pages • 1 hour read
Christina LaurenThe Soulmate Equation
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
What is Jess’s first impression of River (including his temporary identity as “Americano”)? Do you think Jess and River would have formed a successful relationship without DNADuo bringing them together? How about regardless of their Diamond Match? Why or why not?
What are Jess’s concerns about being a (single) mother to Juno? Where do these concerns come from and to what degree are they warranted?
Why do you think Jess experiences physical reactions to River, even before getting to know each other? How do you interpret these responses? Do they suggest she feels differently about him than she initially lets on?
Do you agree with Jess’s decision to accept GeneticAlly’s offer and receive payment for dating River? Or, does it complicate the situation by making everyone’s motives less clear?
What do you think River’s initial intentions are with Jess? Is he invested in their relationship for financial gain, scientific acclaim, true love, or all of the above? Include concrete examples.
Describe 2-3 key moments in which Jess begins to change her opinion of River. Which of River’s positive qualities come to light in these moments?
Do you think Jess’s relationship with her mother, Jamie, influences her attitude towards being a mother herself? What are some of the reasons why their relationship is so complicated? Do you agree with Jess’s decision to cut ties?
Do you agree with River’s reaction to finding out his DNADuo match with Jess was manipulated? Could he have handled the situation differently?
Why do you think Fizzy’s conflict with Rob was included in the story?
Why do you think Jess chooses to propose to River (alongside Juno), instead of waiting for him to do so first? What is the significance of Shelter Island as the location for the proposal?
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