The Heatwave

The oppressive heat really heightened the suspense and emotional stakes. I wonder if the author chose it to mirror the characters' inner turmoil or for another reason.

There were moments where I questioned how reliable the narrator was, which made the story feel even more intense. Did others find themselves second-guessing what was true?

The pacing of revelations kept me hooked, but I wonder if the timing was deliberate to maximize suspense or if it evolved during writing.