The Last Letter

After Beckett’s arrival, Ella’s family unit sees a number of changes, some positive and others negative. What are some of the challenges that Ella and the twins face in adapting to the new family dynamics they experience?

Analyze the role of the setting in the book. How does Telluride function as both a setting and a symbol within the story? How does it influence the plot and themes?

Ella and Beckett have both experienced loss and tragedy. What impact do these losses have on personal relationships in their lives, both with each other and with other people?

Yarros explores how relationships can function as a source of both strength and healing in the book. Besides Ella and Beckett’s romance, which are some of the other relationships that speak to this theme?

Examine the symbolism of Colt and Maisie’s teddy bears within the story. How do they underline the connection and relationship between the siblings?

How does Yarros use foreshadowing and irony in the narrative? Analyze specific examples from the text.

Analyze Beckett Gentry’s character. What are some of the self-perceptions that Beckett holds that are at odds with his behavior and decisions? Where does this gap stem from, and how do these opposing sides eventually reconcile over the course of the story?

Compare Ella’s story to Maisie’s. What parallels exist between the lives of mother and daughter? How similarly or differently do they respond to their life experiences, and why?