How did Victoria Holt decide to blend gothic suspense with historical romance in this story?
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The Captive

The Captive
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How did Victoria Holt decide to blend gothic suspense with historical romance in this story?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the protagonist's choices, especially in how she navigates her captivity?
The setting feels so vividly drawn—what inspired the choice of location and time period?