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The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
An Expansive Multi-Generational Epic
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese is an expansive multi-generational tale of an Indian family grappling with a mysterious and deadly legacy. The novel follows a twelve-year-old girl who is soon set to become the spouse of a 40-year-old, and explores the themes of love, loss, and the power of family.
Ending Explained
The ending of The Covenant of Water is ambiguous, but it suggests that the family is finally able to break free from the cycle of violence and abuse that has plagued them for generations. The patriarch of the family, Ayyappa, dies peacefully at the end of the novel, and his granddaughter, Sophie, is able to find happiness with a man who loves and respects her.
Book Club Questions
- What do you think is the significance of the title of the novel?
- How do the characters in the novel deal with the trauma of abuse?
- What is the role of women in the novel?
- How does the novel explore the themes of love, loss, and redemption?
- What did you think of the ending of the novel?
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