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Knowing Baldwin's background adds layers to the characters' struggles with religion and self-discovery. I wonder what personal stories inspired specific scenes.

The detailed religious rituals and sermons added depth but also made some sections feel slow. Was this a deliberate choice to mirror the characters' internal struggles?

The complex relationship between faith and personal freedom is central here. I’m curious whether Baldwin aimed to critique or sympathize with religious communities.