Cruelles intentions

The story's gritty atmosphere really stood out to me. I'm curious whether the author drew on personal experiences or aimed for a specific emotional impact.

The tension between the characters kept me hooked, but it also made me feel uncomfortable at times. How did others feel about the pacing of their evolving relationship?

The pacing of revelations added to the suspense, but I wonder what guided the timing—was it planned from the start or developed during writing?