The novel challenges the concept of a monogamous romantic relationship in multiple ways. Choose one romantic couple and analyze how the novel’s unique circumstances force the characters to reconsider their relationship to their loved one.

Each character reacts differently to meeting their double. Choose one interaction between doubles and analyze why the characters respond as they do.

Victor June and Philomedius believe that life will not change despite everyone knowing that life is a simulation. Do the actions of other characters in The Anomaly bear this out? Why or why not?