Die Stunde der Abtrünnigen

The magic feels so intricate and well-integrated into the world. I'm curious if it was planned from the beginning or evolved during writing.

Their struggles felt very real, but I kept wondering if I would make the same decisions in their place. What about others' reactions to these choices?

The detailed environments and cultures add so much depth. I wonder what sources or ideas influenced Robin Hobb's creation of this world.