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The story balances magical realism with suspense, and I'm curious about whether this blend was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

The way his perceptions distort reality adds a layer of tension, but it also made me wonder how much of his experience is genuine versus psychological.

The atmosphere feels so immersive—was the setting inspired by a specific place or designed to evoke a certain emotional tone throughout the novel?