The Town of Babylon

The setting feels so authentic and lived-in — I wonder if it was based on a real place or purely fictional. How did the author decide on this particular community dynamics?

The tone shifts felt very genuine, capturing both lighthearted moments and deep emotional struggles. Was this balance intentional to reflect real life?

The switching viewpoints added richness but also complexity. I wonder if this was planned from the start or developed during the writing process.