Printable Book Club Questions for Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan

The story starts off with a prologue set in Hong Kong in 1995. After proposing to his girlfriend, Henry is assaulted by a man named Roger and dies. Why was it important to include this section and how did it impact the story going forward?
Thomas and his daughter Eden are the neighbors to Francis and Arabella Gresham, the Earl and Countess of Greshamsbury. Let’s talk about why Thomas stayed so close to Francis for all these years.
Eden is an extremely down to earth doctor. Despite her proximity to the Gresham’s wealth and status, she has no interest in it—she views Rufus, Augusta and Bea as just her close friends. What were your thoughts of Eden as a whole?
Rufus has been in love with Eden for ages, but he can never get around to telling her. Why was he so hesitant? And on the same note, why do you think it took Eden so long to realize she shared the same feelings?
Arabella serves as an antagonist in many ways. She’s very money and status hungry and can be cruel to everyone, especially her children and Eden. Why was Arabella so blinded by those superficial elements? How did her internalized racism play a role in how she perceived herself and others around her?
By the end of the book, do you feel she learned anything or is she pretty much the same character as before?
Why do you think Francis hid the fact his family was going broke?
We eventually learn that Eden is actually the daughter of Henry, Thomas’ brother and the one we read about in the prologue. Eden’s mother fled Hong Kong after Henry’s death and ran into Thomas on accident, but when she was dealing with dire news—advanced cancer. Let’s talk about all these revelations.
Why did Thomas withhold the truth from Eden for so long?
While Arabella is so cruel to Eden about her lack of wealth, the big twist is that after Roger passes away and his son overdoes, Eden is left with Roger’s massive fortune. What were your thoughts about this big twist?
Do you think Eden and Rufus are a good match? What does their future look like?
This novel takes the reader on plenty of exotic and scenic locations. Which one was your favorite?