So dunkel die Nacht

I loved the buildup, but the middle chapters felt a bit slow compared to the rest. Do you think that was intentional to build tension?

Her choices seemed so driven by emotion, but I wonder if there were other factors or secrets she was hiding. Did anyone else find her relatable?

The shifts between past and present added layers to the mystery, but I'm curious whether this structure was planned from the beginning or evolved during writing.