Dreams of Gods & Monsters: Daughter of Smoke & Bone
#3 of 3 in Daughter of Smoke & Bone Series
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What’s inside...
In the final installment of the Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogy, Karou takes control of the chimaera rebellion and steers it away from mindless vengeance. As the brutal angel emperor invades the human world, Karou and her estranged lover, Akiva, form an uneasy alliance against their common enemy. Reunited in a twisted version of their past dream, they hope to forge a path toward peace for their people. With larger threats looming, Karou and Akiva must confront gods and monsters to determine the fate of their worlds.
Character compass
Karou
Eliza Jones
Akiva
Liraz
Zuzana
Ziri
Mik
Ten
Jael
Lirazel
Issa
Discussion points
How do you think Karou feels about her identity and how it changes throughout the story?
In what ways do the characters in the book show courage? Can you give examples?
How does the relationship between the Seraphim and Chimaera evolve, and what can we learn from it about resolving conflicts?
What role does hope play in the characters' journey? Can you think of a time when hope made a difference in your life?
How do the themes of forgiveness and redemption appear in the story? Why are they important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before discussing, summarize the plot and main themes with your child to ensure they grasp the story's essence.
Encourage your child to express how they relate to characters' emotions and decisions, fostering a deeper personal connection.
Use real-life examples to parallel the conflicts and resolutions in the story, helping your child apply the themes in their own experiences.
Ask your child to imagine alternative scenarios in the book and discuss the potential outcomes, enhancing their critical thinking and creativity.
Reinforce the values depicted, such as bravery and empathy, by drawing parallels to similar values at home or in school.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding and empathy
Explanation: Characters in the book often face moral dilemmas that require them to understand perspectives different from their own, fostering empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate diverse viewpoints and exhibit empathy towards peers, which is crucial in developing social skills.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: The protagonist, Karou, deals with significant challenges and personal losses but continually pushes forward with determination.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to persevere through their own difficulties, whether in school, sports, or personal life.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters must collaborate to overcome obstacles, highlighting the strength found in teamwork.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to value cooperative work and shows that collective efforts often lead to success.
Example Lesson: Consequences of choices
Explanation: The story demonstrates how choices have far-reaching consequences, whether they're good or bad.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to consider the potential outcomes of their decisions and to think critically about right and wrong.
Example Lesson: Hope and redemption
Explanation: Even characters who have made grave mistakes are offered paths to redemption, underscoring themes of hope.
Real-World Application: Children learn the power of forgiveness and the possibility of second chances, both in giving and receiving.