Monkey Beach

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Before You Read

Summary

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Part 1, Pages 1-40

Part 1, Pages 40-82

Part 1, Pages 82-138

Part 2, Pages 139-179

Part 2, Pages 179-232

Part 2, Pages 232-294

Part 3, Pages 295-336

Parts 3-4, Pages 336-374

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

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Discussion Questions

Essay Topics

Monkey Beach shifts settings between the village of Kitamaat, wilderness areas, and cities like Terrace and Vancouver. What specific details distinguish these locations? In what ways do the varying locations relate to key themes in the novel?

Lisa struggles to build lasting friendships among her peers. However, she has strong relationships with family members, including Jimmy, Tab, Ma-ma-oo, and Mick. Choose one of these family relationships. Define what Lisa and her relative have in common, as well as how they are different. Explain why these similarities and differences matter within Monkey Beach.

Lisa’s ability to communicate with spirits is an integral aspect of Monkey Beach. Discuss how various characters throughout the novel perceive her ability differently. How does Lisa’s own perception of her ability change over the course of the novel in relation to how others treat her?