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Hornblower's decisions often feel very human and layered — I wonder what inspired Forester's portrayal of his command approach.

The detailed descriptions are immersive, but I found myself wanting more speed in the action scenes. Was that intentional to build tension or a pacing choice?

His sense of duty mixed with vulnerability made him feel so real. I'm curious which traits stood out most to others and why.