No Ordinary Love by Myah Ariel Discussion Questions
No Ordinary Love is the perfect romance novel to explore in community, especially if your group loves complex characters, celebrity drama, emotional growth, and a swoon-worthy love story grounded in reality.
Before diving in, be sure to read my full review here to see what I thought about Ella and Miles' journey and why this was one of my most anticipated reads of the year.
Whether you’re planning a cozy living room meet-up or a virtual wine night with friends, here are a few discussion questions to help guide your conversation and dig deeper into the heart of their story.
Book Club Discussion Questions: No Ordinary Love by Myah Ariel
Ella’s career and reputation are deeply intertwined with her marriage. How do you think her public image influenced the way she handled her divorce? Would you have made the same choices she did?
The voice notes between Ella and Miles were a creative way to build their connection. Did this format work for you? How did it affect your experience of their relationship developing from a distance?
Both Ella and Miles are navigating love after divorce. How did their shared past experiences shape their connection and vulnerability with each other?
Let’s talk about The Plan. How do you feel about Ella having to follow strict PR rules while her ex-husband’s missteps were tolerated or hidden? What does that say about celebrity culture—and gender dynamics—in the industry?
This book features so many references to music and pop culture. Did the IRL pop recalls and music allusions deepen the emotional impact for you, or did it feel like too much at times?
The supporting cast, especially Ella’s friend group, added levity and depth to the story. Which side character stood out to you the most, and why?
Ella and Miles both had non-typical upbringings, especially regarding their relationships with their mothers. How do you think those maternal dynamics shaped their approach to love, trust, and vulnerability in adulthood?
The title No Ordinary Love suggests that this isn’t a typical romance. What do you think makes Ella and Miles’ love story “no ordinary love”? Do you agree with that framing?
That quote at the end—“Maybe this is what happens to a heart after it breaks—with time and healing, it becomes reinforced along the cracks. And when it’s right to love again, that heart’s a stronger muscle for having learned what it should take. What it can give.”—really sums up the book’s message about healing. What part of this story resonated most with your own experience of healing, moving forward, or learning to love again?