Abduction!

The novel is told from the third-person omniscient perspective. How does that point of view shape the story? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

Abduction and kidnapping victims offer suffer post-traumatic stress and other lasting effects after their experiences. What lasting effects might their abduction have on Bonnie and Matt? Use the text to support your answer.

Denny has been diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. Research the symptoms of this disorder and identify three instances in the text where Denny exhibits its symptoms.

Identify two literary devices Peg Kehret uses in the novel. Cite instances in which each is used and evaluate their purpose in the narrative.

With middle grade mystery/thrillers, some content must be filtered and censored to fit the sensitivity and reading comprehension of the age group. In what ways does this approach affect the novel? Are there instances where the realities of child abduction are portrayed inauthentically? If so, support your answer with evidence from the text.

Find three instances in which characters other than Denny gamble or take a risk. Using examples from the text, describe context of the risk or gamble, and evaluate whether it a good decision.

Identify three instances where more Situational Awareness would have helped people in the community notice and report on Matt’s case. What prevented each person from responding to or engaging with Matt and/or Bonnie?

Using examples of Denny’s behavior over the course of the novel, write a detailed character sketch. Consider the following: his motives in abducting Matt, his original idea of what it means to be a dad versus the reality when he has Matt, his priorities, and whether he has any redeeming qualities.