When Women were Dragons

The idea of women becoming dragons as a metaphor for empowerment is powerful. I'm curious whether this symbolism was inspired by real historical events or personal experiences.

I loved the world-building and themes, but some sections felt a bit dense. Was that intentional to mirror the weight of the issues, or just my reading pace?

The dragons and societal critique felt seamlessly intertwined. I wonder what process was behind blending magic with such poignant real-world themes.