Etania’s Calling Book Club Questions

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Chapters 1-7

1. Etania suffers from nightmares because of her previous experiences. Do you dream? If so, are they pleasant or nightmares?
2. What do you think about Prince Zaden?
3. Many characters are keeping secrets. Have you ever kept a secret? What happened?
4. Jazel successfully makes a contract with a demon. How has spiritual warfare impacted your life?

Chapters 8-14

1. Do you agree or disagree with Keyel about forgiveness and trust? Why or why not?
2. Etania and her companions learn about a sword that will enable them to defeat Jazel. What’s your favorite “magical” weapon? 
3. In this section, we’re introduced to the Lycan, wildcat tamers, which are very different from the Eritam, the wolf tamers. Would you rather have a wildcat or a wolf?
4. Jakin is sidelined because of the curse. Have you ever felt useless or frustrated? What happened?

Chapters 15-21

1. Werdna is a Lehrling from Nihon, my made-up asian fantasy island. What Asian Fantasy books have you read and enjoyed?
2. The Lycan are matriarchal and the Equus are patriarchal. Do you think male or female leaders are better? Why?
3. Jazel’s motherly instincts clash with her desire for vengeance. Do you have any sympathy for Jazel? What do you think of sympathetic villains?
4. A theme of trusting God runs throughout this book. How have you struggled to trust God?

Chapters 22-26

1. Gwen confronts Zaden. Have you ever had to confront someone about his or her actions? What happened?
2. Keyel and Etania reconcile. How can you reconcile with those around you?
3. If you could lecture one character, who would it be and why?
4. There is a significant plot twist at the end. Did you predict this outcome?