Consider the title of the novel. Who might the “you” be addressing? How is the idea of being seen by others important to the novel?

Compare and contrast the characters of Madame Simoné and Mr. Wilson. How are they similar and dissimilar? Why might Johnson have chosen to write them in such a way?

Themes of making space and taking up space occur within this novel. Why does Johnson focus on this particular aspect of Liz’s life? Consider the novel’s genre and audience.