Cemetery Boys

How do adult characters in the novel represent stereotypical portrayals of gender in brujx culture? How do they stray from those stereotypes? 

How does violence manifest in the novel? What might Thomas be trying to say about safeguarding those who are vulnerable?

Compare and contrast the characters of Yadriel and Julian. In what way are they foils of each other and how are they also be similar?

Consider the setting of the novel. How does East Los Angeles and its dangers impact the plot and characters of the text?

Why are Julian’s found family and the brujx community unable to rely on, and even scared, of the police? How are they forced to take care of each other and themselves?

How does the theme of appearance versus reality manifest throughout the text? Consider the work’s tone, characters, and plot.

In the novel, Thomas frequently writes certain words and phrases in Spanish. How does this impact the text and its readers? Whom does it include and exclude and why? 

Chart the different ways that Yadriel’s family unknowingly or knowingly hurts him in their interactions. Using these moments as a guide, how can we learn and grow to become better and more affirming allies to transgender folks?