Maybe in Another Life

Content Warning: This section of the guide contains discussions of mental illness, emotional abuse, and illness or death.

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. How did you respond to the novel's parallel storyline structure? Did you find yourself favoring one timeline over the other? If so, why? Consider comparing this novel to Reid's Daisy Jones & The Six, which also employs an unconventional narrative structure.

2. The novel begins with 29-year-old Hannah feeling lost and purposeless. How effectively does Reid capture the experience of feeling adrift in early adulthood?

3. What was your initial reaction to the pivotal moment at the homecoming party? How did your expectations about the consequences of Hannah's choice align with the events that actually unfolded?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. Throughout much of the novel, Hannah struggles to find her purpose. Have you experienced similar feelings of uncertainty about your life's direction? How did you navigate that period?

2. The book explores the concept of "home" as more than just a physical place. What does "home" mean to you, and how has your definition evolved over time?