La robe écarlate

The characters constantly grapple with societal expectations versus their personal feelings. I wonder if this internal conflict was inspired by real historical struggles or purely fictional.

While I loved the build-up, some parts felt a bit drawn out. Was that a deliberate choice to heighten the emotional stakes or just my reading experience?

The detailed historical backdrop added so much depth, but I'm curious what drew Anna Campbell to this specific period and how much research went into it.