monty asked Elizabeth Wein:

Which of your books was the most fun to write, and which is your favourite (or do you love them all equally)?

Elizabeth Wein I think I have to say that books are like children - I find it impossible to pick a favorite and they are all very different! But Code Name Verity was beyond question the most FUN to write, believe it or not. Traumatic in places, but oh my gosh, I (we?) had so much fun with the prescription forms, and with trying out different writing styles and formats, and drawing up timelines. Black Dove, White Raven was the HARDEST to write, possibly because I didn't know the landscape as well.

As for favorites... Code Name Verity is special because it really changed my life and launched my career; The Pearl Thief is special because it is set At Home in a landscape I love, and is a tribute to so many books that I love; and Rose Under Fire is special because it feels so IMPORTANT, and I feel humbled and honored to have written it.

I might, of course, give you a different answer tomorrow!

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