What inspired the choice to tell this story through the perspective of a reclusive writer?
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What inspired the choice to tell this story through the perspective of a reclusive writer?
Did anyone else feel uneasy about how trust is steadily eroded in the story?
How did William Boyd decide to balance the crime elements with the personal introspection?