Gallant: Im Garten der Schatten

The dark, haunting setting really drew me in, but I wonder what specific influences or stories inspired Schwab's world-building here.

The tension was so intense at the start and end, but I found the middle a bit sluggish. Was that intentional to build suspense or just me?

The way the main character navigates the mysterious world and her own feelings was so compelling. I’m curious how the author decided to explore her internal conflict.