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Thomas’s transformation is the main example of redemption in the narrative. What other characters experience a transformation? Do these transformations always signify redemption? Why or why not?
In what ways does Buehlman blend the genres of historical fiction, horror, and fantasy? What function does this serve in terms of the novel’s overarching meaning?
Describe the role of Jehan and Annette in the plot. What is the irony in Jehan’s occupation? Why does Annette feel so protective of Delphine? What is the significance of their deaths?