The Swallows

The mood and atmosphere felt so immersive, but I'm curious if the setting was inspired by real schools or purely fictional. Did the author draw on personal experiences?

The teens' actions often blurred ethical lines, which made me question how much of their upbringing influenced their decisions. Was that intentional to evoke empathy or discomfort?

Listening to the story added a layer of immediacy and intimacy, but I wonder if the pacing or tension was different in the print version. Would it be just as effective in text?