Nic Blake and the Remarkables: The Manifestor Prophecy

Alex serves as a foil character for the protagonist. Compare and contrast the twins’ personality traits, struggles, and relationships with their parents. How do the twins reconcile their differences and establish a strong bond?

How does Thomas use folklore to develop the theme of The Importance of Heritage and Cultural Identity? Select one of the traditional tales the author draws from and examine its influence on the plot, the cast of characters, and the novel’s overall meaning.

In what ways is Nic shaped by The Struggle for Justice? What obstacles does she face in this struggle, and how does she overcome them? How does the author contextualize the protagonist’s efforts to clear her father’s name within Black Americans’ historical and ongoing struggle for justice?

Compare and contrast Ty Porter with other literary chosen ones. How does Thomas’s subversion of this familiar narrative add to the story’s suspense and meaning?

Jackson, Mississippi is one of the novel’s main settings. How does the author utilize aspects of the city’s history, geography, and cuisine to build symbolism, support themes, and add intrigue to the plot? What does basing much of the plot in a real city add to the story that a fictional setting like Uhuru wouldn’t achieve?

Throughout the story, flight symbolizes freedom. Discuss this symbol’s significance in Black folklore and Nic’s personal experiences.

One of the novel’s major themes is The Dynamics of Friendship and Loyalty. How do Nic, JP, and Alex forge bonds of friendship and loyalty? What changes shake the bonds of loyalty between Calvin, Zoe, and Ty? Ultimately, why does one trio emerge intact at the end of the story while the other tears apart?

How does Nic’s relationship with herself change throughout the novel? Which characters and events help her to accept herself and realize her power?