Das Herz des Eisplaneten

The mix of high-tech intrigue and romance kept me hooked, but I'm curious whether this was a deliberate choice or evolved during writing.

The way technology and emotion intertwine in the story made me wonder how much of the world-building was based on real science versus creative imagination.

I appreciated how the story didn't rush through the action or romance, but I'm curious if McCaffrey planned this rhythm from the start.