24 Hours in Ancient Rome

Structuring the book around a single day makes history feel immediate and personal. I'm curious whether this approach was planned from the start or developed during research.

The vivid scenes really immersed me, but I wondered if some readers might find the level of detail overwhelming. How do others balance historical accuracy with readability?

With so many facets of Roman life to explore, selecting specific scenes must have been tough. What guided the choices on which stories to highlight?