Смок Беллью / Смок и Малыш

London's vivid descriptions bring the frontier to life — I wonder if his own experiences influenced the setting or if it was purely imaginative.

His resilience is inspiring, but at times I questioned his judgment. How do others interpret his character's sense of adventure versus recklessness?

The narrative feels carefully balanced between action and reflection — do you think this pacing keeps readers engaged or slows down the story at key moments?