The Art of Avoiding Your Soulmate

It's a fresh twist on the soulmate trope, but I wonder what led to this choice—was it a desire to explore independence or fear of connection?

The humor made the story light and fun, but I was also hooked by the darker paranormal elements. How do others think this balance worked?

The rules of the magic felt unique and well thought out. I'm curious whether it was inspired by existing folklore or completely original ideas.