De Kaarsenmaker van Arranmore

The storm feels so alive and symbolic; I wonder if it was based on Irish folklore or an original creation. How did the author decide to personify nature this way?

He’s brave but sometimes reckless—made me wonder whether his actions were driven by fear or loyalty. What do others think about his development?

The lush, windswept landscape really feels like a character itself. I’m curious if the author drew from real locations or crafted it entirely from imagination.