Wie ich das Überleben überlebte - und Mathe doch noch kapierte

The depiction felt very authentic and touching. I'm curious how much of this was based on personal experience or research.

The book made me laugh and cry in the same chapter — was that a conscious choice to reflect real life?

The school and community details felt very real and grounded. I wonder what led to the decision to set it in this particular place and time.