Stolen Vows

The story's dark atmosphere really drew me in, but I'm curious whether the author intentionally aimed for a more gritty feel from the start or if it evolved during writing.

Their actions are morally complex, which made me question whether I was just sympathizing with their circumstances or genuinely supporting them. What was others' take on their choices?

The close quarters added tension but also seemed to force moments of vulnerability. I'm interested in how the author decided to balance intimacy and conflict in those scenes.