These Violent Delights

The castle draining her energy feels so symbolic—I'm curious if the author intended it as a metaphor for emotional or physical tolls of leadership.

The story packs a lot of tension between family, enemies, and allies, but I wondered if the focus on power dynamics took away from the mystical elements at times.

The cultural influences added depth and richness to the world-building. I’d love to hear what sparked this creative choice.