Surat - Surat Malam

The epistolary format gives the narrative an intimate feel, but I'm curious whether this was a deliberate choice early on or evolved during writing. How does it shape the reader's connection to the characters?

The way personal and political histories intertwine made me reflect on how collective memory influences individual identity. Did the historical context resonate differently for others?

The setting and cultural details added depth, but I wonder what motivated the choice of this specific backdrop and how it shaped the narrative.