What inspired the depiction of the sandstorm as almost a character?
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What inspired the depiction of the sandstorm as almost a character?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the protagonist's choices—were they justified or morally gray?
How did Hugh Howey decide on structuring the story’s timeline — was it planned from the start or developed during writing?