Der Dieb im ersten Stock

The city feels so alive and layered—I'm curious whether it was inspired by real places or entirely from the author's imagination, and how much detail was planned from the start.

His actions often walk the line between right and wrong, making it hard to tell if he's a hero or anti-hero. How did others interpret his moral journey?

The magic felt integral to the plot but also complex enough to stand on its own. I wonder what process led to this particular integration of elements.