Zeke and Ned

McMurtry's portrayal of Zeke and Ned feels both intimate and expansive. I'm curious what motivated him to focus on these themes through their journey.

The story had a gentle rhythm, but I wondered if the slower parts were meant to give space for reflection or plot setup. Would love to hear others' thoughts.

The setting seems integral to their development, but I wonder how much was based on real events versus fictional narrative. Did the history shape the characters more than I realized?