The Stonekeeper

Analyze Karen’s and David’s roles in the novel. How do they impact and influence Emily’s character as well as the plot?

The amulet tells Emily to “use [her] power wisely [because] being a Stonekeeper is a responsibility [she] mustn’t take lightly” (72). Discuss the ways that Emily demonstrates the responsible use of power and how this does not always align with the amulet’s intentions.

Explore Emily’s coming-of-age arc in The Stonekeeper. In what ways does she change or grow over the course of the novel? Use specific examples to support your answer.

The Stonekeeper blends elements of fantasy, science fiction, and horror. Discuss the way Kibuishi uses aspects of these genres to create a unique world and narrative.

An omnipresent question throughout The Stonekeeper is whether or not Emily should trust the amulet. Do you believe it is trustworthy? Explain your answer with examples.

Explore the dynamic between Emily and Navin. What obstacles and tensions do they have to overcome to save their mom, and what ultimately makes them a good team?

The Charnon House exists in a few different forms over the course of the novel: first, as an old, abandoned mansion in Norlen; then, as a mysterious home run by robots in Alledia; and finally, as a giant robot capable of moving large distances across difficult terrain. Explore the possible symbolic meanings of the house and how they relate to family and power.

Throughout The Stonekeeper, Kibuishi uses a variety of visual storytelling techniques to reinforce themes or provide narrative subtext. Pick three examples and explain how they aid in storytelling or deepen the meaning of particular scenes.