SuitabookNew Beginnings
V. E. Schwab
- Reading
- Pause to talk about what “finding her voice” might mean for Gabby, without assuming the reason for her silence. Later, discuss whether helping someone can respect their choices as well as offer support.
- Themes
- Finding a voice: Gabby has barely spoken since her brother became sick, and Aria is sent to help her find her voice. The book?s stance on this remains unclear.
- Trust and hidden identity: Gabby is keeping half her life secret, while Aria conceals that she is a guardian angel. The book?s stance on this remains unclear.
- Helping and personal agency: Aria knows what to say and do to make Gabby feel better and must help three girls to earn her wings. The premise invites questions about assistance and responsibility, but it does not establish whether Aria’s help empowers Gabby or directs her.
- Worth knowing
- The illness affecting Gabby’s brother and Gabby’s withdrawal are worth noticing, as are the pressures of starting at a new school and keeping part of her life secret. The emotional weight and resolution remain unclear.