Outtakes from a Marriage

The story feels both funny and touching, which isn't always easy to pull off. I'm curious how Ann Leary approached blending these tones to make the characters' experiences feel authentic.

Their doubts and quirks made me think about my own relationships and how we all navigate personal growth within marriage. Did others find parts of their own experiences reflected here?

This structure gives a sense of real-life snapshots, but I'm wondering if it was planned from the beginning or evolved during writing. How does this storytelling choice affect the reading experience?