What inspired the choice to tell this story through the perspective of a magician's assistant?
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What inspired the choice to tell this story through the perspective of a magician's assistant?
Did anyone else feel the emotional depth of the characters was especially impactful?
How did Ann Patchett decide to balance the magical elements with the more grounded emotional story?