What inspired the author to set this story against the backdrop of 16th-century France?
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What inspired the author to set this story against the backdrop of 16th-century France?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about sympathizing with the courtesan's choices?
How did the author decide to portray the power dynamics between the characters?