Anatomy of an Alibi Book Club Questions
10 discussion questions for Anatomy of an Alibi by Ashley Elston.
October 18, 2026
Spoiler warning: some questions touch on how the book ends. Best read after you've finished it.
Discussion questions
- How did Aubrey and Camille initially come to trust each other enough to hatch their plan?
- What are your thoughts on Camille's decision to spy on Ben despite the risks involved?
- Do you think Aubrey's motivations for taking Camille's place were justified?
- How did the setting of Chantilly’s Bar contribute to the unfolding of the plot?
- What was your reaction to the discovery of Ben's murder the morning after the plan?
- Do you believe Camille's suspicions about her husband's secrets justified her actions throughout the novel?
- How does the dual perspective of Aubrey and Camille enhance the storytelling in the book?
- In what ways does the book explore the theme of identity, especially through the character of Aubrey?
- Did the ending resolve all the mysteries for you, or were there lingering questions?
- Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had to trust someone you barely knew, similar to Aubrey and Camille?
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