Wilde Erbsen

The novel's atmosphere feels deeply rooted in Dutch culture and history, but I wonder what specific influences shaped this choice and how it affected the storytelling.

I appreciated the depth but found myself wishing for more momentum. Was this deliberate to deepen the emotional impact, or just my reading experience?

It evokes mystery and transformation, but I’m curious whether others see it as a metaphor for the protagonist's journey or something else entirely.