Consider the title of the novel. What is the title an allusion to? Why do you think Hahn chose this title? How does the title create suspense?

How does Molly feel about Heather at the start of the novel? Do her feelings change as the story progresses? In what ways? Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.

Family is an important theme in Wait Till Helen Comes. Describe some of the difficulties Molly’s family faces in becoming a united, loving unit. Do you think each family member is trying hard to overcome their differences with each other? Why or why not?