Sandwich Book Club Questions

I know that it can be difficult to think of book club questions that capture themes and major plot points of a book. That is why I made this post. I wanted you to be able to read the book and think about your feelings while I provided you with the Sandwich Book Club questions.

I also created this list of Book Club Questions (+PDF). These are universal questions that you can use in addition to the specific ones I have below.

I have tried to keep this as spoiler-free as possible, but I knew that any Sandwich Book Club questions would be incomplete without some details.

If you need a recap of the book before your book club, feel free to head over to the Summary of Sandwich by Catherine Newman. There you will find important details to help jog your memory.

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Sandwich Book Club Questions and Discussion Guide

What were the secrets in the book? How did they impact the characters?
Three generations of women kept secrets in the book, is there a connection between secret keeping and motherhood.
Many women experience miscarriage, and everyone reacts differently. What do you think of the way Rocky handled this situation, and did you feel it was realistic?
Let’s talk about the sandwich generation. What does this term mean to you?
Do you think Rocky is a good mother? What aspects of her parenting could you relate to or not relate to?
Do you think that Rocky overreacted to her parents’ aging?
Why do you think Rocky’s dad never shared about his past?
Sandwich making is used throughout the book as a metaphor for motherhood and being in the sandwich generation. Did you pick up on this while reading?
Who was your favorite character?
Why do you think Rocky feels like she needs to be in the middle of everyone’s emotional turmoil?
How did you feel about Rocky? It is interesting reading a book where the main character gives every thought freely. She is the opposite of an unreliable narrator.

Sandwich Book Club Discussion with Catherine Newman

Kirsten and I had the pleasure of interviewing Catherine Newman for the Beyond the Bookends Book Club. We had an amazing discussion- this is just a short snippet.

Expert Tip

If you cannot remember character names or what happened in the plot, head over the my post: Summary of Sandwich by Catherine Newman. In this post, you will find everything you need to refresh your memory before your Sandwich Book Club.

If you are hosting a Sandwich Book Club at your house, there are some things you can do to elevate the book club.

Consider playing nature sounds like ocean waves in the background
Consider your food choices. Have all the topings for a sand

Frequently Asked Questions about Sandwich Catherine Newman

Is Sandwich by Catherine Newman a good pick for my book club?

Yes! There is so much to talk about in this book. Kirsten and I chose this book for our book club and had the best discussion. There is so much to talk about related to motherhood, family dynamics, being a child of aging parents, and more.

Is Wreck by Catherine Newman a sequel to Sandwich?

No, but also yes. Wreck is a standalone book that takes place two years after Sandwich. You do not need to have read Sandwich to love Wreck. However, you may want to refamiliarize yourself with the characters if you have already read it.

Epilogue

Will you use these Sandwich Book Club questions for your next book club?

Book Club Questions (+PDF)

If you are looking for questions for your book club, I created a list of more than 45+ universal questions for your book club. From plot and characters to writing style, these questions are perfect for any book.