Novel: A Live Coal in the Sea
An original post of at least 200 words that thoughtfully and completely considers all of the prompt questions,
Problem 1: Mild commentary about God is threaded through the novel. What are Mac's and Cam's beliefs about God, and how are they tested?
Problem 2: Discuss the technical aspects of the novel. Flashbacks play a significant role in the telling of the story, and the novel is not entirely in chronological order. How does that affect your reading experience? Why do you think L'Engle chose to use this technique?
Problem 3: Olivia quotes William Langland, who says "But a ll the wickedness in the world which man may do or think is no more to the mercy of God than a live coal in the sea."How is forgiveness and mercy necessary or needed with the trio of Olivia, Art, and Mac and the trio of Camilla, Rose, and Rafferty?