Dubious about the Duke

The Regency period is rich with social nuance and romance, but I wonder what drew the author to focus on this specific time and how it influenced the characters' choices.

The pacing felt carefully balanced, but I was surprised by how quickly the relationship deepened in the latter part. Was that intentional to build anticipation?

The characters often struggle between duty and love, which felt very authentic. I'm curious about the creative process behind crafting that tension.