Suleika and her family discuss her desire for children in “Damaged Goods.” Later, Suleika discusses early menopause with her cancer crew in “A Motley Crew.” Analyze these two scenes. Compare and contrast the conversations, people involved, and Suleika’s response afterward.

Sets of three appear several times throughout Between Two Kingdoms. What do you believe that the repetition represents for Suleika? Give textual evidence to support your claim.

Between Two Kingdoms explores both isolation and intimacy. Analyze the challenges and benefits that these ideas pose for Suleika.