Would You Rather: Book Edition!

Okay, so you've just tackled some of those mind-bending thriller 'Would You Rather' questions from the original post – weren't they intense? I mean, who really wants to work for Verity & Jeremy, or deal with an obsessive twin like in Lisa Jewell's 'None of This Is True'? Those choices truly make you think about the dark corners of humanity our favorite authors explore! But why stop there? The beauty of 'Would You Rather' is diving deep into the dilemmas presented in our beloved books. It’s not just about picking an option; it's about exploring the moral quandaries, the character motivations, and even the alternate realities within stories. For instance, those scenarios involving finding human remains or waking up with amnesia and blood, as suggested by books like John Marrs' 'Keep It In The Family' or Amy Tintera's 'Listen For The Lie,' really ramp up the psychological stakes. Let's take this game even further! Here are a few more book-themed 'Would You Rather' questions to get your brain buzzing, venturing beyond just thrillers: Fantasy Edition: Would you rather possess an ancient, powerful magical artifact that slowly corrupts you, or live a normal, powerless life in a world brimming with magic that you can't touch? Would you rather be a legendary hero whose story ends tragically, or a forgotten scholar who lives a long, peaceful life cataloging magical lore? Romance Edition: Would you rather have a passionate, whirlwind romance that burns bright and ends after a year, or a slow-burn, comforting love that lasts decades but never reaches the same intensity? Would you rather be stuck in a love triangle where you're the object of affection for two incredible people, or find your one true love but have to overcome a seemingly impossible obstacle to be together? Sci-Fi Edition: Would you rather have the ability to travel through time but risk altering your own past, or have the power to teleport anywhere instantly but only to places you've seen before? Would you rather live on a utopian space station with no personal freedom, or on a wild, unexplored new planet full of dangers but complete autonomy? Feeling inspired? You can totally create your own 'Would You Rather' questions! Here’s how I like to brainstorm them: Pick a Book or Series: Think about iconic characters, settings, or pivotal plot points. Identify Key Conflicts: What are the major dilemmas or choices characters face? Could you twist them? Find the 'Lesser of Two Evils' or 'Greater of Two Goods': The best questions offer two appealing or two terrible options. For example, the dilemma from Freida McFadden's 'One By One' – being stuck with that group – already presents a hard choice! Use "What If" Scenarios: What if a character made a different choice? What if a minor event became a major one? Make it Personal: Relate the choices to common human fears, desires, or moral codes. I'd love to hear your answers to these new questions, or even better, share some of your own bookish 'Would You Rather' creations in the comments! Let's keep this literary game going!