Dark desire

Their conflicted desires and dangerous loyalty made me wonder how much of their past shaped their present. Did anyone else find themselves sympathizing with them?

The atmospheric details really drew me in, but I'm curious whether the author envisioned a specific mythos or built it as they wrote.

The romance was intense but also intertwined with the supernatural lore, which kept the story engaging without feeling gratuitous. Did anyone else find the pacing and tone just right?