51 pages 1 hour read

Riley Sager

The House Across the Lake

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Essay Topics

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How does the theme of obsession play out in The House Across the Lake? Which characters exhibit obsessive behavior and what motivates them? Is obsession in these instances a positive or negative force?

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Discuss the role of memory and nostalgia in the novel. What memories does Casey run from and why is she avoiding them? How does her choice to suppress these memories impact her life at the lake house?

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Analyze the character of Casey Fletcher. How does she evolve throughout the novel, and what motivates her actions and decisions? Is she ultimately a “good” or “bad” person?

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