The fever

The fever

by Megan E. Abbott

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"The panic unleashed by a mysterious contagion threatens the bonds of family and community in a seemingly idyllic suburban community. The Nash family is close-knit. Tom is a popular teacher, father of two teens: Eli, a hocky star and girl magnet, and his sister Deenie, a diligent student. Their seeming stability, however, is thrown into chaos when Deenie's best friend is struck by a terrifying, unexplained seizure in class. Rumors of a hazardous outbreak spread through the family, school and community. As hysteria and contagion swell, a series of tightly held secrets emerges, threatening to unravel friendships, families and the town's fragile idea of security" --

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    The Fever uses a mysterious contagion as a catalyst. How does Abbott explore the power of fear and mass hysteria, even when the threat itself remains ambiguous?

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    The novel paints a picture of a "seemingly idyllic suburban community." In what ways does the unfolding crisis expose the cracks beneath this polished surface, revealing the hidden tensions and anxieties of the town?

  3. 3

    Secrets, both personal and communal, play a significant role in the unraveling of relationships and the spread of panic. Discuss the different types of secrets revealed and their impact. Is secrecy ever a protective mechanism in this novel, or always destructive?

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