Le secret ottoman

The blend of history and fantasy in 'Empire of Lies' feels seamless. I'm curious whether this was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

The story's tension was high, but some sections with historical context felt a bit slow. Was that necessary for the plot or could it have been more streamlined?

The shifting timelines added depth but also complexity. I wonder what led to the decision to structure it this way rather than a linear narrative.