Amour en eaux troubles

The swashbuckling setting feels so vivid and fresh—I'm curious whether the author drew from historical pirates or crafted a completely new world.

The chemistry between characters felt genuine, but I wondered if the fast-paced pirate action overshadowed the emotional stakes sometimes.

There were moments of levity that made the story fun, but also deeper reflections on identity and loyalty. Was this a conscious choice from the start?