I've had this scenario in some form ever since I first put pen to paper (or finger to phone, I guess!) but, believe me, I've struggled with it. You don't know how many times I've thought about cutting it, but the fallout from these events is integral to who she becomes.
Thank you! If I'm honest, out of the entire book (about 30 chapters), this is the one I'm most nervous about. It's a very sensitive topic, and I feel like I'm walking a thin line between my characters' voices (and all the historical context they embody) and my own.
Oof. I mean, be careful what you ask the gods for but I was with Persefoni.
I've had this scenario in some form ever since I first put pen to paper (or finger to phone, I guess!) but, believe me, I've struggled with it. You don't know how many times I've thought about cutting it, but the fallout from these events is integral to who she becomes.
Yes it feels important to her growth/character arc.
Such a great chapter! I loved the dialogues! Looking forward to the next one.
Thank you! If I'm honest, out of the entire book (about 30 chapters), this is the one I'm most nervous about. It's a very sensitive topic, and I feel like I'm walking a thin line between my characters' voices (and all the historical context they embody) and my own.