Stille waters

The act of swimming often symbolizes freedom and introspection. I'm curious whether this motif evolved naturally or was a deliberate choice to mirror the characters' journeys.

Multiple viewpoints provided richness, but I sometimes struggled to keep track of whose story was unfolding. Was this complexity intentional to reflect the characters' intertwined lives?

The story felt carefully measured, allowing reflection without feeling slow. I'm interested in what guided the pacing choices during writing.