War Stories

Daniel frequently rebukes Trevor for glamorizing war. Give a few examples that demonstrate Trevor’s tendency to do so during his visit to European battlefields. In these examples, what important realities is Trevor ignoring?

Juliette’s attitude toward the Firestones changes over the course of the story. Discuss her thought progression. How does her arc parallel young Jacob’s arc, culminating in his interaction with the frightened Nazi soldier?

How do the hedgerow battles affect Trevor’s perception of war? Discuss his reaction when Jacob tells him about these fights and compare it to his reaction as a gamer at the end of the novel.