God's Country
Cut along the dashed lines and pass the cards around the table.
Cork's story starts with a family trip in the works. What's a family trip or cabin getaway you remember fondly, and what made it feel special?
If you could pull up a chair at the O'Connor family table for one evening, what would you hope to talk about, and what would you bring to share?
The North Country almost feels like a character in this series. Did the woods, lakes or weather remind you of a place that gives you peace, and how did reading about it make you feel?
Family loyalty runs deep in the O'Connor household. Was there a moment of support between them that warmed you or reminded you of someone in your own life?
The title suggests a place that feels sacred or blessed. What does 'God's country' mean to you personally, and where is yours?
Cork is shaped by both his Irish and Ojibwe roots. Did the way the book honors heritage and tradition stir any feelings about your own family's traditions?
The book shows danger crashing into a season meant for rest and togetherness. How did it feel to watch that happen, and what helps you get back to calm when life takes an unexpected hard turn?
Looking back on the whole story, which moment of kindness, courage or quiet strength stayed with you after you closed the book, and why do you think it hit home?