Un mariage de convenance

Kathleen E. Woodiwiss's detailed historical backdrop really immerses the reader. I'm curious whether the setting was based on personal research or a particular historical fascination.

The relationship between the leads felt intense but sometimes rushed. I'm wondering if that pacing was intentional to reflect the characters’ passion or a stylistic choice.

The rich descriptions add depth, but I wonder if the focus on history ever overshadowed character development or vice versa.