The City of Brass

How does the symbol of Dara’s emerald ring change throughout the book? How is its meaning different to each character?

Choose a main character and analyze their changes throughout the novel. Who were they in the beginning? How and why did they develop throughout the novel?

Consider Chakraborty’s use of point of view, choosing to write from both Nahri’s and Ali’s perspectives. What is the narrative effect of choosing only these two characters?

How is mood reflected in the physical setting throughout the novel?

What types of figurative language does Chakraborty utilize? How does this develop the daevas’ world?

How does Chakraborty integrate religion into the characters and their world? Why do you think she never names their religions?

How does Chakraborty use dramatic irony to develop the narrative?

Trace and analyze Nahri and Dara’s relationship throughout the novel. How does it change? How does it stay the same?