The Seeds of Wither

The setting feels both gritty and immersive—I'm curious whether the author envisioned this world from the start or developed it as the story progressed.

Their moral dilemmas felt so real, but I couldn't decide whether I admired their resilience or was uneasy about their decisions.

The romantic subplot added depth but also raised questions about trust and vulnerability in such a harsh world. Did it enhance or detract from the main plot?