Buscando a Nouf

The depiction of Saudi Arabia feels so vivid and nuanced. I'm curious whether the author drew from personal experience or extensive research to bring this world to life.

Nouf’s family secrets and her own actions kept me questioning what I would do in her place. Am I the only one who felt emotionally torn about her decisions?

The mystery element really drove the narrative forward, but I wonder if the author planned this approach from the start or adapted it during writing to enhance suspense.