How did the author decide to explore the emotional complexities of marriage through unconventional characters?
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The 158-Pound Marriage
How did the author decide to explore the emotional complexities of marriage through unconventional characters?
Did anyone else feel the pacing slowed down in the middle, or was that an intentional reflection of the characters' introspection?
What inspired the choice to title the book 'The 158-Pound Marriage' — is there a deeper symbolism behind the weight?