What inspired the author to set this story against a historical backdrop of tragedy?
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What inspired the author to set this story against a historical backdrop of tragedy?
Did anyone else feel the slow build heightened the emotional impact for them?
How do you think the small-town setting influenced the characters' choices and secrets?