Daughters of Green Mountain Gap Book Club Questions

1. Was there a character you related to more and why?
   
2. This book centers on three women, but the Dr. McKeithen plays a significant role as well. Describe your impressions of the doctor and the impact he had on the lives of the three women.  
3. The relationship between Maggie and Josie Mae was profound.  Share any multigenerational relationships that provided a similar “give-and-take.”
4. One theme in the novel was the ability to see someone else's perspective. Maggie was able to take the Cherokee ways and graft them into her on. Have you ever been able to take pieces of another culture and make it your own?
5. Another strong theme was that of forgiveness. Would you have been able to forgive Carrie Ann if she was your daughter? Have you ever been able to forgive someone that was cruel and been able to still have them in your life?
6. Another theme was racism. Describe how discrimination impacted Maggie, Carrie Ann, and Josie Mae.
7. How did the emotions of the characters impact your feelings about their stories?
8. Describe the similarities and differences of today's communities with the communities found in the Appalachian Mountains in the 1890s.
9. How did the title “Daughters of Green Mountain Gap” relate to the story?
10. What new perspective do you have from reading this book?  What have you learned (history, culture, other)?
11. Which parts of the book stood out to you?  Were there any quotes, passages, or scenes that you found compelling?  Were there parts of the book that were incredibly unique or thought provoking?