During their conversation, Cecelia delved into the fascinating world of her latest work, "A Gilded Drowning Pool," the fifth installment in the Quintet Mystery Crime Fiction Novels "Gilded" Series. What intrigued Betsy most was discovering how she developed her interest in the "Gilded" Era, the historical backdrop that sets the stage for her gripping narratives. Cecelia shared the intricacies of creating the central characters, Valentine Mackle DeVere and Roderick W. DeVere. Their backgrounds, motivations, and complexities came to life in her words, giving me a deeper understanding of the depth of her creative process.

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