Printable Book Club Questions for Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan

Let’s talk about the significance that the title Dolly All the Time has in relation to the larger narrative.
Why did Dolly decide to return home with her son, Gus?
On a similar note, why did Dolly move away from home?
Dolly’s mother left the family, and as a result, Dolly had to play the mother role for her siblings and help her father. How did always helping others impact Dolly as an adult?
Let’s discuss the first meet-cute of Dolly and Stewart. Why did Stewart think having a stable girlfriend would get his family’s approval to take over the company?
Why did Dolly agree to it? What would you have done if you were Dolly?
When did Dolly and Stewart start really connecting?
Did you buy their chemistry? Why or why not?
This story features the fake relationship trope. What is your favorite trope?
Stewart bonds with Gus, which is a huge selling point to Dolly, as Gus has no relationship with his father. What did you think about Stuart and Gus’ relationship?
Things all come crashing to a halt when it’s revealed that Stewart and Dolly entered a fake relationship, despite developing real feelings all the way. What were your thoughts during this scene?
Why didn’t Stewart reach out to Dolly during their time apart, which is a long 10 months? How did you feel when Dolly was the one to reach out first?
Dolly decides to move back home, much to the joy of Gus and her family. And she starts to offer baked goods at her family’s restaurant. Let’s discuss this growth in Dolly.
What are our thoughts about their reconnection and engagement? Do you think they’ll stay together?