'A Mercy' by Toni Morrison - Book Club Discussion Questions

A Mercy by Toni Morrison is a short novel that takes place late in the 17th century. Use these book club discussion questions on A Mercy to delve into Morrison's small but significant work.

Spoiler Warning: These book club discussion questions reveal important details about A Mercy by Toni Morrison. Finish the book before reading on.

1. When did you understand what happened to Florens, what she was confessing?

2. Do you think Florens' mother showed her mercy by begging Jacob to take Florens?

3. How did the different viewpoints enhance the story?

4. Why do you think Rebekka started treating Lina and the others badly after her illness passed?

5. Who is good in A Mercy?

6. How do different people define evil? What evils are apparent in the novel?

7. What acts of mercy do the characters display?

8. What did you learn about American history?

9. Rate A Mercy on a scale of 1 to 5.