A Court of Mist and Fury

1. General Impressions

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• Have you read other books by Sarah J. Maas or other romantic fantasy novels in general (e.g., Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing or Holly Black’s The Cruel Prince)? How does A Court of Mist and Fury compare to these other texts? Why do you think the romantasy genre is so popular with readers?
• If you’ve read A Court of Thorns and Roses, what did you think of Tamlin’s characterization in this book versus his portrayal in the first book in the series? Do you prefer Tamlin or Rhysand as Feyre’s romantic interest, and why? 

2. Personal Reflection and Connection 

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

• Feyre’s experiences in this novel overturn her beliefs about the Night Court and Rhys. Has there been a time in your own life when your preconceptions about a person or place were challenged? What did you learn from this experience?
• Fae society is steeped in rigid gender roles. How have you seen gender roles shift within your own lifetime? How do you feel about the current state of gender roles?
• Whereas Tamlin demonstrates his feelings for Feyre by seeking to control her, Rhys’s love frees the