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The 19th-century New York backdrop adds such richness to the story. I wonder if the author drew from personal research or specific stories from that era.

Their trust and loyalty really stood out to me, making me root for them even when things got tough. How did the author balance their relationship with the adventure plot?

The pacing felt smooth but intricate—I'm curious whether this was planned from the start or evolved during the writing process.