Le Crépuscule des larmes (La Bratva Kulikov t. 2)

The book has such a brooding atmosphere but also heartfelt romance. I'm curious whether that was a conscious choice to keep the tension high or if it evolved naturally during writing.

The characters are so morally complex — I found myself rooting for them even when their choices were questionable. How did the author approach making them sympathetic yet flawed?

The urban, shadowy backdrop feels so vivid and atmospheric. I wonder what inspired the author to craft this specific environment and how much research went into it.