D'ailleurs, les poissons n'ont pas de pieds

The setting feels almost like a character itself—did the author draw from personal experiences or extensive research to bring it to life?

The gentle unfolding of the characters' lives made me reflect more deeply on their inner worlds. Was this pacing intentional to evoke that feeling?

The subtle handling of grief and memory was powerful—did the storytelling approach soften the heaviness while still conveying depth?