The Courtship

The setting felt rich and immersive, but I wondered if the romance was always meant to be the focus or if the historical context took precedence. What do you think led to that balance?

The characters' choices seemed heavily influenced by the expectations of their time. Did that make the story feel more authentic or sometimes restrictive?

The historical backdrop added so much flavor, but I’m curious whether it was chosen for personal reasons or because of a particular story the author wanted to tell.