How did the author decide to portray the shapeshifting abilities — are they based on any specific folklore?
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How did the author decide to portray the shapeshifting abilities — are they based on any specific folklore?
Did anyone else feel the romance was both intense and complicated, making it hard to tell if it would work out?
What was the thought process behind the world-building — was it mapped out from the beginning or developed as the story progressed?