What is it that Olive and Henry say to each other while being held hostage in the hospital bathroom that has this effect? Have you experienced a moment like this in one of your close relationships?
In “A Different Road,” Strout writes about Olive and Henry: “No, they would never get over that night because they had said things that altered how they saw each other” (p.Why does Nina elicit such a strong reaction from Olive in “Starving”? What does Olive notice that moves her to tears in public? Why did witnessing this scene turn Harmon away from Bonnie?.In what ways is this true? Are there “appetites” that could be described as battles waged in public? Which ones, and why Elizabeth Strout writes, “The appetites of the body were private battles” (“Starving,” page 89).How do you think Olive perceives boundaries and possessiveness, especially in regard to relationships?.
Does it seem fitting to you that Olive would not respond while others ridiculed her body and her choice of clothing at Christopher and Suzanne’s wedding?. In “A Little Burst,” why do you think Olive is so keen on having a positive relationship with Suzanne, whom she obviously dislikes? How is this a reflection of how she treats other people in town?. How does Kevin (in “Incoming Tide”) typify a child craving his father’s approval? Are his behaviors and mannerisms any way like those of Christopher Kitteridge? Do you think Olive reminds Kevin more of his mother or of his father?. Why does Henry tolerate Olive as much as he does, catering to her, agreeing with her, staying even-keeled when she rants and raves? Is there anyone that you tolerate despite their sometimes overbearing behavior? If so, why?. What freedoms do the residents of Crosby, Maine, experience in contrast with those who flee the town for bigger “ponds” (California, New York)? Does anyone feel trapped in Crosby, and if so, who? What outlets for escape are available to them?. Which characters are most affected (or fascinated) by the idea of killing themselves? How would you say Olive changed as a person during the course of the book?. Have you ever met anyone like Olive Kitteridge, and if so, what similarities do you see between that person and Olive?. 
Do you like Olive Kitteridge as a person?.Questions for Discussion Olive Kitteridge
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