The Perils of Pursuing a Prince

The story feels like a fresh take on Beauty and the Beast set against a richly detailed historical backdrop. I'm curious what inspired this unique combination and how much research went into the setting.

The romance scene was so engaging, but the political discussions made me lose momentum. Was that balance intentional to deepen the world or a pacing choice?

His struggles with duty versus desire felt very real and nuanced. Wondering if this was based on personal experience or purely creative choice.