Family Dynamic
Who dies at the end of the book
Frank Hayden dies by suicide
How is David affected by Franks death.
He sees it positively, more so than everyone else and believes it should reunite the family, but it instead does the opposite.
What does david see when he goes down into the basement
He sees that uncle Frank has died
"He will run out of jars eventually."
Wesley, page 147
How does Gail feel about Frank's death
She is disturbed but not entirely sad because of what Frank did.
What is unfair about how Frank dies
He avoids punishment by killing himself and it breaks the family apart
What do Wesley and Gail do with their lives after Frank died
The leave Bentrock and start a new life
"We would no longer have to worry that Grandfather would mount an attack of some kind on our home."
David, page 156
Why don't Gail and Wesley talk to the other Hayden family members after Franks death.
His death formed a rift between the family as Wesleys parents and Gloria believed it was preventable.
What message does the book give about justice
Its influenced by family ties and power
How is Frank regarded by the public after his death
His crimes are unknown to everyone, and he is considered a reputable war hero.
"When I think of the work I did. And Marie did. And Daisy."
Gail, page 147
How do the events affect David's view of his family
He sees the darker sides of his family and loses his innocence.
How do the adults act different after Franks death
They are quiet and avoid talking about it
What Hayden tradition is broken at the end of the book
The son becoming the Sheriff
"Sleep as late as you can, and when you wake up the worst of this will all be over."
Wesley, page 148