How did the author decide to portray the gritty atmosphere of Ireland in 'Cross'?
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How did the author decide to portray the gritty atmosphere of Ireland in 'Cross'?
Did anyone else feel the protagonist's moral ambiguity made him more compelling?
What was the reasoning behind the novel's fast pace and tight editing?