Now, now, this is so damn good! I'm late to the party and glad try it in the end!
This is what I've been looking for from such historical-setting stories. No frizzly colorful modern dress, no magic and wizard thingy involved. Just a good portrayal of western culture back then.
The last time something piqued my interest in terms of conversation and solid backrgound was Lucia. Ebony is not outstanding among others but has a very good ground and you can't deny that.
The approach more realistic and so Harlequeen-esque. If you read the real stuff, you can feel it.