Une saison à long island (Pocket Book)

The historical backdrop adds so much flavor to the story, but I'm curious whether the author had a specific era in mind from the start or if it evolved during writing.

I loved the emotional depth, but at times the romance felt a little perfect. How do others interpret the balance between fantasy and realism here?

Some parts felt slow and introspective, while others moved quickly. I wonder if that was a deliberate choice to deepen the emotional impact.