Gli alberi e l'assassinio di Marzùq

The novel’s setting feels so alive and reflective of real social tensions. I wonder what motivated the choice of this particular context.

Their actions often seemed driven by conflicting loyalties and personal histories. It made me think about how much is revealed versus kept hidden.

There’s a subtlety in how these themes unfold through the characters’ interactions. I’m curious whether this was planned from the start or developed during writing.