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The format feels very personal and immersive, but I'm curious whether this was a conscious choice from the start or evolved during writing. Did it influence how the story unfolds?

His insights felt both universal and painfully personal. I wondered if Boyd aimed to evoke a sense of shared human vulnerability or if it was more about individual perspective.

The backdrop of post-war Britain adds layers to the story, but I’m curious what motivated the choice of time period and how it shaped the narrative.