Quand l'empereur était un dieu (Pocket Book)

The novel relies heavily on atmosphere and subtle cues to convey emotional depth. I wonder what inspired this minimalist approach.

The quiet progression of events felt deliberate, but I’m curious if that resonated as authentic or if it made the story feel stagnant at times.

The narrative maintains a distant tone, which adds to the somber mood, but I wondered if it also hindered emotional engagement.