Water Moon: Book Club Discussion Questions
- Anita
- Jun 8
- 2 min read
In Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao, reality and myth intertwine in a mesmerizing tale of love, loss, memory, and destiny. Set against a richly imagined backdrop inspired by Japanese folklore and magical realism, the novel follows Hana as she navigates a mysterious world where wishes, regrets, and forgotten dreams carry extraordinary power. As she uncovers hidden truths about herself and those around her, Hana must confront the delicate balance between holding on and letting go.
The Water Moon book club discussion questions below were created by our Chapter 25 team of dedicated readers. Perfect for fans of magical realism, literary fantasy, and character-driven storytelling, these prompts are designed to spark conversation about memory and identity, grief and healing, fate and choice, the power of human connection, and the transformative nature of hope.
Book Club Discussion Questions:
What were the first impressions of the book? Were you intrigued from the start?
The book is set in a parallel world where people who are looking for a ramen restaurant find the pawn shop. What did you think of the setting?
The pawn shop allows the client to pawn off regrets. Would you like the pawn shop to exist in our universe? Or do you think it’s important to hold onto regrets?
At the start of the book, Hana is being given the pawn shop by her father. Do you think she wants to run the pawn shop?
The book explores revisiting the past. If you could revisit the past to relive a memory, would you want to?
How do you think Hana felt when she approached the pawn shop on her first day and realised her father was missing?
What did you think of the connection between Hana and Keishin?
Why do you think Keishin was so adamant about staying with Hana and helping her?
What did you think about the magical realism element? How was it in comparison to other magical realism books you have read?
Why do you think Keishin believed in the magical elements so quickly?
Did you enjoy the mystery element of the book? Were you shocked at anything that happened?
How did the Shiikuin hunting Hana and Keishin make you feel? Did it add any tension?
Were you shocked when it was revealed that Hana and Haruto were betrothed?
How did you find the pacing of the book? Did it keep you intrigued?
What is one word you would use to describe the book?
What did you think of the writing style? Would you read more books by Samantha Sotto Yambao?
Now you have read the book, how does this influence your opinion on the title? Would you have picked something different?
Were you satisfied by the ending?
Would you recommend this book?
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