Red and Her Wolf

The classic Red Riding Hood story is so familiar, but this version gives her a darker, more complex edge. I wonder what motivated the author to explore her this way.

The tension between trust and fear was so intense, but I also felt sorry for both characters. How did the author balance making the wolf sympathetic while maintaining danger?

The fantasy elements add layers to the story, but I’m curious whether the magic was planned from the start or evolved during writing. It really shaped her path.