MONTANA 1948 -- BARGAIN BOOK

The small-town atmosphere and historical context seem to deeply shape the characters' choices. I'm curious how much the setting was a character itself in this story.

The pacing felt deliberate, allowing the emotional stakes to grow naturally. Was that intentional to emphasize the moral dilemmas faced?

The perspective of the coming-of-age narrator adds layers of nuance. I wonder what motivated this choice to explore moral growth through a child's eyes.