Death of a Neighborhood Witch

The Halloween theme adds such a fun twist to the mystery genre. I'm curious if that was inspired by her own love of the holiday or a desire to create a festive atmosphere.

The warm, close-knit neighborhood really made me wish I lived in a place like that. Did the setting remind others of their own hometowns or favorite holiday memories?

The witch character felt both charming and mysterious, but I wonder what inspired that particular choice and how it influences the story's tone.