Balina

The blend of the fantastical and the historical felt seamless and thought-provoking. I'm curious whether this was a deliberate choice to highlight certain themes or if it evolved during writing.

Their struggles with identity and power felt so raw and real. I kept wondering how much of their experiences reflect real historical or cultural issues.

The whale felt like a powerful metaphor that tied the story together. I'm interested in whether the author had a specific inspiration or cultural reference in mind.