The Road to Dalton

The dual timelines added depth and richness, but I wonder what inspired the choice to tell the story this way. Was it planned from the start or did it evolve during writing?

The detailed descriptions made me think of my own hometown memories. How much of that was drawn from personal experience or research?

The revelations felt so authentic and layered, making me reflect on how family history shapes us. I’d love to hear what motivated this theme.