Trainspotting

The authentic language adds so much flavor, but did it make it harder to relate for some readers? I'm curious how others felt about the dialogue style.

It offers a multifaceted look at addiction and life in Edinburgh, but I wonder if this structure was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

The gritty dialogue feels true to life, but I was also struck by how visceral some scenes were. Would love to hear if others found it impactful or too intense.