Crown of Midnight

Discuss the complicated and shifting relationships among Chaol, Celaena, and Dorian. Why would Maas make these relationships so complex? Does this complexity add or detract from the plot?

Consider the numerous people/objects that help Celaena in her journey. What kind of support does Celaena receive from the people in her life? How does this differ from her magical guides, such as Elena and Mort?

Why do you think Maas never gives the King of Adarlan a name, only referring to him by his title?

Crown of Midnight illustrates the tension between honesty and deceit. Are there any characters that you think should have been more honest? How would that change have impacted the characters? Consider both positives and negatives.

Do you think it’s fair for Celaena to blame Chaol for his role in Nehemia’s death? What does her attitude towards him say about her mindset? What does it say about the effects of grief?

Lord Roland disappears from the plot with Duke Perrington and Kaltain. What do you think will happen to them? Will Kaltain marry Perrington? Try to predict what role they play in the next book.

Why do Chaol and Dorian struggle so much with loyalty to the king? What would you do if you were in either of their positions?

The book ends with Celaena sailing for Wendlyn. What do you think will happen when she gets there? What do you think will happen in the next book in the series?