Calling a Wolf a Wolf

Kaveh Akbar's lyrical style adds depth but also emotional weight. I'm curious how this approach was developed and whether it was intentional from the start.

The portrayal of struggles with identity and recovery felt very authentic. How did the author balance vulnerability with resilience in the storytelling?

The fragmented timeline and lyrical chapters made the experience immersive but complex. I'm wondering if this was planned or evolved during the writing process.