Plus loin, plus près

The journey felt symbolic of moving forward, but I'm curious whether the author always envisioned it as a physical trip or if it evolved during writing.

The playlist-like references made certain scenes resonate more, but I wonder how intentional those musical moments were for shaping the story.

Balancing heavy emotions with moments of lightness is tough, but this book managed it beautifully. How did the author approach capturing that delicate tone?