If you’ve finished Margaux & the Vicious Circle—or even if you’re still somewhere in the middle of Margaux’s unraveling world—I’ve put together something special for you. The official Book Club & Reader Guide is now available as a free download.
This guide includes:
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A short synopsis of the novel
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An author’s note about the real-life inspiration behind the story
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Key themes and discussion prompts for readers and book clubs
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Links to my website, Substack, and social channels for anyone who wants to keep the conversation going
What the story explores
Margaux & the Vicious Circle follows an aspiring writer whose unexpected letter from a literary agency leads her into the blurred edges of truth, memory, and imagination. Set between 1960s Colorado and 1980s New York, it’s a novel about silence, survival, and the stories we inherit.
The guide offers behind-the-scenes context and questions designed to spark conversation about family, creativity, and what it means to tell the truth in fiction.
Perfect for book clubs and audiobook listeners
Whether your book club reads the print edition or listens together on Audible, Spotify, or another platform, the guide works for both. It’s printable, shareable, and completely free to use.
View or Download the Margaux & the Vicious Circle Book Club Guide (PDF)
Join the conversation
If your book club discusses Margaux & the Vicious Circle, I’d love to hear from you. Share your reflections on Substack: On the Shelf, or through my website at anne.mcclard.com.
Let’s keep the circle going—just maybe not the vicious kind.
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