51 pages 1 hour read

Ruth Ware

The Turn of The Key

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Essay Topics

1.

What is Rowan’s first impression of Heatherbrae House? Why does she seem so eager to get the job there? Do you trust her intentions?

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As Rowan starts the nanny job, how does her outward “Perfect Nanny” (185) persona differ from her real personality? Do the differences make you suspicious of her? Why or why not?

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What kind of parents do you perceive Bill and Sandra Elincourt to be? Do you think it’s reasonable that they leave Rowan with the children after the first day? Are Sandra’s instruction binder and the Happy app enough to make up for their absence?