Die Bibliothek des Alchemisten

The library feels so alive and full of secrets — I wonder if the author based it on any real historical libraries or if it’s entirely fictional.

I loved the rich detail, but at times I found myself wanting the mystery to move forward. Was that balance intentional or just how the story evolved?

The descriptions of the locations added so much depth — I’m curious whether the author did extensive research to craft these settings or if they grew from the story itself.