A Ilha Perdida Gullstruck

The world of Gullstruck Island feels so immersive and layered. I'm curious whether the fantasy aspects came first or if they grew from the themes she wanted to explore.

The plot felt a bit steady in the middle, but then picked up again. I wonder if this was a deliberate choice to give characters space to develop?

The island's environment and the different groups felt so richly drawn. I'm curious whether the author based it on real cultures or created it entirely from imagination.