The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife Book Club Questions PDF , Discussion, Guide Kit , Anna Johnston

If your book club just finished *The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife* by Anna Johnston, you definitely have plenty to talk about. On the surface, Fred’s mix-up makes for a hilarious, cozy story, but underneath it deals with real questions about loneliness, grief, forgiveness, aging, and second chances.

This printable book club guide gives you everything you need for an engaging meeting—without turning your gathering into a formal literature class.

Story Overview

Fred is 82, broke, alone, and facing homelessness when a case of mistaken identity lands him an unexpected place to stay at Wattle River Nursing Home. Taking on the identity of Bernard Greer starts as pure survival, but Fred soon finds himself deeply connected to the residents and staff around him, including Denise Simms, as he uncovers the life he has borrowed.

Inside the Guide

* **Book Discussion Questions:** Deep prompts covering Fred’s choices, motivations, relationships, and moral dilemmas.
* **Character Prompts:** Dedicated questions for Frederick, Denise, Bernard, and the supporting cast.
* **Big-Picture Themes:** Conversation starters about found family, identity, grief, loneliness, forgiveness, and what it means to belong.
* **Interactive Games & Activities:** A Roll the Dice discussion game, word search activity, book trivia with an answer key, a timeline challenge, and a word scramble.
* **Host Perks:** Quick icebreaker questions, themed recipe ideas for your meeting, creative prompts, memorable scenes to revisit, and final reflection questions.

Great For

* Friends' book clubs & women's book clubs
* Library reading groups & community reading groups
* Senior book clubs
* Cozy reading nights & fans of character-driven fiction
* Anyone looking for a printable discussion activity for *The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife*

A Few Things to Know

* **Digital File Only:** This is a digital book club discussion and activity guide. The novel itself is **NOT** included, and no physical item will be shipped. You will receive a printable digital file to print at home or use digitally during your meeting.
* **Spoiler Warning:** Discussion questions and activities cover major plot developments and the ending of the novel. Read the book before diving into the discussion sections!

If your group loves books that make you laugh out loud one minute and reflect on life and second chances the next, this guide will get everyone talking. Have questions about the file or your order? Send a message anytime—we're always happy to help!