The Secret Token

The book blends history with legend, making me wonder how much of the story was shaped by myth versus fact. Did the author have a specific reason for emphasizing these stories?

While I appreciated the depth, I found myself wishing for more narrative momentum at times. Was that balance intentional to build suspense?

There are so many theories about what happened to Roanoke — I’m curious how the author chose which ones to highlight and whether this selection was guided by new evidence or prevailing debates.