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The blending of historical fiction with fantasy creates a vivid backdrop. I'm curious how much of the setting was shaped by actual history versus imagination.

The characters seem to grapple with difficult choices that blur the lines between good and evil. How did that aspect influence your connection to them?

The story moves at a steady pace that kept me hooked without feeling rushed. I'm wondering if that was a deliberate choice to build suspense gradually.