Crown of Betrayal and Blood

The tension kept escalating, but I wondered if the characters' choices felt realistic or a bit too convenient at times. What did others think about the pacing of the betrayals?

The romance felt so layered against the backdrop of political intrigue and danger. I'm curious if this was planned from the beginning or evolved as the story progressed.

The world-building felt so rich and detailed, especially around the dragons and their society. I wonder what sparked the idea for this particular mythology.