The Story of Arthur Truluv

The novel’s narration shifts between Arthur, Lucille, and Maddy. How does this stylistic choice affect the presentation and understanding of each character?

Maddy is bullied by her peers, an experience that many young people can relate to. She finds little support or recourse for stopping it and, as a result, regularly skips school to escape it. Who could or should be held responsible for Maddy’s situation? What adults or systems bear responsibility for the continued bullying and lack of intervention?

A talented photographer, Maddy is artistic and enjoys poetry. What function does this interest serve in the novel?