Vaal paard, vale ruiter

The backdrop of the pandemic feels so visceral and real. I wonder if Porter saw this as a metaphor for the fragility of life or if it was purely a historical detail.

Her experiences with illness and love were so raw and relatable. I’m curious if readers connected more with her vulnerability or her resilience.

Porter’s personal history adds a layer of intimacy, and I wonder how much of it was deliberate to evoke authenticity and emotional depth.