The Movie

In cinemas July 10th

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In the first section of the book, how does Pippa Lee live up to being ‘the icon of the Artist’s Wife’?
How would you describe the difference between Pippa’s relationship with her son, Ben, and her daughter, Grace?
Why does Pippa suspect Moira is having an affair?
How important is Suki’s behaviour in the development of Pippa’s early character?
At what point do you think Pippa’s life in New York becomes dangerous?
Why do you think Pippa feels as though Herb ‘saves’ her and in turn, what does Herb see in Pippa?
What do Pippa’s dreams represent, in your opinion?
First Suki, then Gigi, now Moira. How is self destructive behaviour explored in the book?
Why do you think The Private Lives of Pippa Lee appeals so strongly to women?
How do you envisage the film of The Private Lives of Pippa Lee, currently in production, differing from the book, if at all?