Before Mars

The suspense kept me on edge, but I wonder if Newman intentionally used certain pacing techniques or settings to heighten the unease. I'd love to hear about her creative process for crafting this tension.

The story made me question how reliable we can be when our perceptions are so manipulated. Is this sense of doubt something Newman wanted readers to experience intentionally?

The themes of surveillance and trust seem very timely, but I wonder if Newman was exploring these issues intentionally or if they emerged naturally from the story.