That's a tricky one, because you aren't just putting words in her mouth, you are discussing what would have been a very controversial decision. Not sure I would have done that. You can obviously CYA with an author's note, for those who care.
In my first book, "Justice Rides," I incorporated William Jesse McDonald, one of the greatest Texas Ranger Captains. In my story, my main character spent five years with him, so I wanted to portray him as accurately as possible. I did a considerable amount of research on him before I wrote the story to avoid having him do things he would not have done. And I'm glad I did!
That's a tricky one, because you aren't just putting words in her mouth, you are discussing what would have been a very controversial decision. Not sure I would have done that. You can obviously CYA with an author's note, for those who care.
Irna was very... blunt about her opinions. I do believe I made a good educated guess. But, yes, it concerns me.
Good questions!
In my first book, "Justice Rides," I incorporated William Jesse McDonald, one of the greatest Texas Ranger Captains. In my story, my main character spent five years with him, so I wanted to portray him as accurately as possible. I did a considerable amount of research on him before I wrote the story to avoid having him do things he would not have done. And I'm glad I did!
Why not? Caleb Carr's The Alienist did.
Ha!