La Coupe d'or

The social intricacies feel so authentic and layered, making me wonder how much of that was based on real observations or pure fiction.

Their indecisiveness and secret-keeping created such a tense atmosphere — I kept asking myself what I would do in their place.

The narrative’s focus on inner thoughts and subtle cues really immerses the reader, but I wonder if James planned this style from the beginning or refined it over time.