Der Pakt im Sommer am Meer (Die Bucht der fünf Inseln 2)

The beach backdrop feels so vibrant and alive—did the setting inspire the emotional arcs or was it chosen to evoke certain feelings?

The dynamics between the characters felt real, but I was surprised by some of the conflicts—how much do you think the setting played into their tensions?

It added a nostalgic and wistful layer to the narrative. I wonder if the author drew from personal experiences or wanted to explore the idea of promises made in youth.