A Defense of Honor

The spiritual themes felt woven naturally into the story, but I wonder how much intentionality went into ensuring neither element took center stage too much.

I loved the setting, but some scenes with detailed descriptions made me pause. Was that a deliberate choice to immerse readers or just a natural part of the genre?

The setting felt authentic and rich, and I’m curious whether the era was chosen for its themes of honor or if other factors influenced the decision.