![]() ![]() My first questions is about research: you do a lot of it! (I’ve seen the reading list !) How much of the research is to ensure accuracy, and how much is out of a love of history? When given the chance to chat with her, I knew I absolutely had to talk about the history and research that went into this book it was obvious they were foundational to its creation. Her website and Twitter feed are woven throughout with historical facts and ruminations about everything from Mughal portraiture to the latest Medieval-inspired meals she has cooked for her family. ![]() It’s a beautifully diverse story, deeply ingrained in actual history and the copious amounts of research Chakraborty poured into the book, which truly bring its characters, settings, and story to vibrant life.Ĭhakraborty is a self-described history buff, so it’s no surprise that much of the book is based on history. Chakraborty is the debut author of The City of Brass, a sweeping and epic fantasy from Harper Voyager that brings to life much of Middle Eastern history and imagines a world in which djinn are reality. ![]()
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