What motivated the author to focus on the social stratification of 1950s New York?
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What motivated the author to focus on the social stratification of 1950s New York?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the protagonist’s morality, especially her choices and loyalties?
How does the novel's tone balance between the darker themes and lighter moments?