What inspired the setting of Brooklyn in the 1960s for this story?
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What inspired the setting of Brooklyn in the 1960s for this story?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about Deacon's actions early on—like, was he truly villainous or just a product of his environment?
How did the author decide to balance humor with serious themes like violence and racism?