Darkness Falls

I'm curious whether the world-building was based on current societal fears or entirely imagined. Did the author draw from real-world issues to create this universe?

The emotional connection felt intense but also a bit rushed at times. I'm wondering if others felt the same or if it matched their expectations for YA dystopian romance.

The mix of fantasy and bleak future was intriguing — I'm curious whether this blend was planned from the start or evolved during writing.