La Piste de Glace

The ice rink feels almost like a character itself—cold, dangerous, and mesmerizing. I wonder what the author envisioned this space representing in the story.

The pacing feels deliberate, but I found myself waiting for something to explode. Was this tension intentional to mirror the protagonist's unraveling?

The conclusion left me pondering whether the characters found redemption or were doomed by their choices. What do others think Bolaño was suggesting?