What inspired the decision to set the story during a week of family mourning?
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This Is Where I Leave You

This Is Where I Leave You
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What inspired the decision to set the story during a week of family mourning?
Did anyone else feel the humor balanced the heavy themes perfectly, or did it sometimes feel abrupt?
How do you think the author decided which family secrets to reveal and when?