The War of Two Queens

How does the story depict the impact of war not only on Poppy, Casteel, and their allies, but also the civilians caught in the conflict? Why are both Poppy and Isbeth focused on gaining the approval of the people, and how do they respectively do so?

Both Poppy and Casteel have experienced significant trauma by this point in their story. How does Jennifer L. Armentrout portray the lingering effects of trauma in shape their personalities, decision-making, and relationships?

How does Poppy navigate the ethical dilemmas of war, particularly with the people of Oak Ambler, and how does her approach to leadership contrast with that of other characters, such as Isbeth or Valyn?

Much of Poppy’s character arc revolves around the prophecy of her becoming the Harbinger of Death and Destruction. How do she and the other characters handle the struggle between fate and free will?

Analyze Isbeth’s relationships with Poppy and Malec and how they complicate her motivations. How do these relationships affect her characterization and character arc?

Love and sacrifice are central to the relationship between Poppy and Casteel. How does Armentrout use them in the context of their personal struggles and the larger conflict surrounding the pair, and how does their willingness to sacrifice for each other and their people shape the story?

Power, both political and magical, is central to The War of Two Queens as both a force for good and a source of corruption. How does the novel examine the responsibilities and dangers that come with wielding great power, and what does this suggest about the nature of leadership and morality?

In addition to the other dream symbolism throughout the book, Armentrout continues to evolve Poppy and Casteel’s relationship through meetings in shared dreams. Why might she have chosen to do this instead of keeping them wholly separated, and how does the presence of these scenes affect the overall narrative?