One Last Stop

Use the following questions to jumpstart your discussion about One Last Stop:

1. The subway’s time travel element adds a layer of magical realism to the story. How did the blending of realism and fantasy affect your reading experience? Did the time travel aspect feel like a natural part of the narrative, or did it take you out of the story at times?

2. August’s journey in the novel is one of self-discovery and acceptance. How does her relationship with Jane help her learn to trust herself and others? What role does August’s emotional growth play in her eventual relationship with Jane?

3. August’s journey as a queer woman is influenced by her experiences with her family, particularly her strained relationship with her mother. How does this tension shape her emotional journey? What does the novel say about acceptance and the challenges of coming out?