What inspired the choice to set the story predominantly in an abandoned house?
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An Untouched House

An Untouched House
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What inspired the choice to set the story predominantly in an abandoned house?
Did anyone else feel the pacing slowed in the middle, or was that an intentional reflection of the characters' despair?
How do you interpret the ending — was it a moment of hope or resignation?