Blacksmith

The setting adds such a tactile, gritty vibe to the romance. I'm curious if the author has a personal connection to blacksmithing or if it was chosen for symbolic reasons.

The tension built up beautifully, but I wondered if that was intentional or just my interpretation. How did the author aim to create that electrifying connection?

The scenes are so vivid and integral to the story, but I wonder what thought process went into ensuring they also served the characters' arcs.