57 pages 1 hour read

A. B. Poranek

Where the Dark Stands Still

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2024

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Essay Topics

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How does the author’s use of third-person limited narration shape the reader’s understanding of the protagonist? How does telling the story through Liska’s point of view affect other characters’ development and build suspense?

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How does the author use deer to represent Liska and the Leszy? Which character traits does this emphasize, and how does this symbol add to the story’s romance?

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Select two supporting characters and compare their personalities and character arcs. How do they each play an important role in the novel by advancing the plot, developing a theme, or contributing to Liska or the Leszy’s character development?