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 No spoilers here, but I want to answer the most-asked question I receive from readers, which is about the The Raffle Baby ending.
While writing the book, I was consciously aware that I wanted an ending that would uplift all readers, regardless of their interpretation of the conclusion. I wrote the final chapter with subtle clues, and hints of both reality and fantasy. I purposely left enough ambiguity so all readers could close the book with a sigh of contentment and the feeling that a promise had been kept. 
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1. Analyze the author's unique writing style and use of imagery. How does the writing enhance the reader's experience? 2. Vic, Teeny, and Sonny Boy are very different people. Who resonates most with you, and why? 3. How do the themes of color and geography impact you as a reader? 4. How does the historical context of the Great Depression shape the experiences and challenges faced by Teeny, Sonny Boy and Vic? How different would the story have been if it was set in another historical time period? 5. How does the novel portray the camaraderie and friendship that develops between Teeny, Vic and Sonny Boy? What role does their bond play in their survival? 6. How do the motivations and goals of each character impact their actions and decisions throughout the story? 7. Discuss the role of chance and luck in the lives of Vic, Sonny Boy and Teeny. How do these factors influence their experiences and outcomes? 8. If you were one of the teenage hobos in the novel, how would you have navigated the challenges and made choices? 9. Discuss the meaning of the novel’s ending. How does the conclusion of the story impact your understanding of the characters and their journey? Once in a very blue and distant moon, a writer receives a note from a reader that touches her beyond measure. I received such a missive this week. Linda Cornelius is obviously a careful and thoughtful reader, which is evident in her lovely and insightful words. Thank you, Linda, for reaching out to me and for your beautiful analysis and impressions of The Raffle Baby.
 I'm so excited that the audiobook of The Raffle Baby is in production! I hope to have it available on Audible in June.
 If you've ever wondered where I found The Raffle Baby story idea . . . Thanks to Women Writers, Women's Books for letting me ruminate about it! Read my article here.
Updated 9/6/2024
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