Les fantômes du vieux pays

The dual timelines added depth and contrast, but I wonder if this structure was planned from the start or developed during writing. How did it influence the storytelling?

Her actions are complex and sometimes unsettling, which made me question how much of her behavior is rooted in her past or her environment. Did this dynamic resonate differently with others?

The tone shifts felt seamless but deliberate. I’m curious whether this tonal balancing was a challenge or an intuitive choice during writing.