Torment: Fallen
#2 of 6 in Fallen Series
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What’s inside...
Hell on earth. That’s what it’s like for Luce to be apart from her fallen angel boyfriend, Daniel. It took them an eternity to find one another, but now he has told her he must go away. Just long enough to hunt down the Outcasts—immortals who want to kill Luce. Daniel hides Luce at Shoreline, a school on the rocky California coast with unusually gifted students: Nephilim, the offspring of fallen angels and humans. At Shoreline, Luce learns what the Shadows are, and how she can use them as windows to her previous lives. Yet the more Luce learns, the more she suspects that Daniel hasn’t told her everything. He’s hiding something—something dangerous. What if Daniel’s version of the past isn’t actually true? What if Luce is really meant to be with someone else?
Character compass
Lucinda Price
Daniel Grigori
Miles Fisher
Arriane Alter
Shelby
Steven
Francesca
Cameron Briel
Roland Sparks
Shelby Sterris
Mary Margaret Zane
Dawn Casterly
Lillith Clout
Gabrielle Givens
Discussion points
How do Luce's feelings for Daniel change throughout the book, and why do you think these changes occur?
Why is trust an important theme in 'Torment'? Can you identify instances where trust is built or broken among characters?
What role does choice play in the characters' lives? Discuss how the choices they make impact their future.
How do the settings in 'Torment' enhance the mood of the story? Which location was most memorable to you and why?
What lessons can we learn about forgiveness and redemption from the characters in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters' decisions, fostering empathy and understanding of different perspectives.
Highlight the complexity of relationships and personal growth as demonstrated in the book to help your child relate it to real-life situations.
Use the book’s rich descriptions of settings to inspire your child’s imagination and enhance their vocabulary.
Discuss the moral dilemmas faced by the characters to help your child understand the importance of values and ethics in decision-making.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: The protagonist, Luce, faces numerous challenges and setbacks throughout her journey which teach resilience and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their school challenges or personal issues with determination and not easily give up.
Example Lesson: Importance of making informed choices
Explanation: Luce learns to gather information and weigh her options carefully before making decisions, emphasizing critical thinking.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and make informed decisions in their daily interactions and choices.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences of actions
Explanation: The story highlights how every choice has consequences, teaching responsibility for one's actions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by considering potential outcomes before acting, helping them to be more responsible and thoughtful.
Example Lesson: The power of love and friendship
Explanation: Luce’s relationships provide support and strength, illustrating the value of close bonds and caring for others.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children value and nurture friendships and relationships in their own lives.