A Terribly Nasty Business

The setting feels so authentic and immersive, but the tone stays light and fun. I'm curious whether this balance was deliberate from the start or evolved during writing.

Her personality added charm and humor, but I wondered if it also served to highlight the historical context in a unique way. What did others think about her character?

The setting added so much richness to the plot, and I'm curious whether the author had a particular reason for choosing this time and place or if it was more about the story idea.