The Forever Song

Questions for Discussion

Why does Allie think she is a monster? Why does Zeke think he is a monster? Point to places in the text that illustrate their feelings about themselves. How are they the same, and how do they differ?

In what ways do the main characters in this novel show heroism? When are they at their most and least heroic? What do you think the author’s opinion is of heroes and what it takes to be one, and how does she show that in The Forever Song?

Jackal’s character undergoes a radical change throughout the BLOOD OF EDEN series. He is a quintessential antihero. Why is he necessary to this story, and how do his attitude and actions reflect the themes of heroism and human v. monster?

Society as we know it has been decimated in the BLOOD OF EDEN world. In what ways do the human characters still show familiar qualities to our current society and in what ways have they changed to adapt to the environment they live in?

For Allie and Zeke, having to live on human blood is the most horrifying aspect of being a vampire. How do they deal with what they must do to survive? What don’t they consider about their situation that might make it easier for them to come to terms with having to drink human blood?

Kanin sacrifices himself for the greater good. His belief and expectations for Allie also help her through a dark time. Why does he succeed with Allie where he failed originally with Jackal? Who has more influence over Jackal’s actions in the end—Kanin or Allie?