Newt's Emerald

The mix of historical detail and fantasy feels so seamless. I'm curious what inspired the choice to set the story in this specific time period with magic woven in.

Her disguises are so fun but also made me wonder if her secret kept her from forming deeper connections. What was everyone else's take on her concealment?

The story felt so fresh and engaging. I'm wondering whether this concept evolved from historical fiction, fantasy, or a mix of both during the writing process.