Der Adamantpalast

The dragons in the novel feel so integrated into the world's power structures. I'm curious whether this was inspired by real-world politics or mythologies.

The story is so rich with political detail that I found myself wishing for more action. Was this balance intentional to build tension or a pacing choice?

Switching viewpoints added layers to the story, but I wonder what led to choosing these specific perspectives and how they complement each other.