Slow Burn

The story seamlessly weaves romance and suspense, but I wonder if that was planned from the start or evolved during writing. Did the pacing feel natural to others?

The pacing gave a real sense of building anticipation, but I wondered if some readers might find it a bit slow at times. What was the author's intention here?

The small-town vibe adds so much atmosphere, but I'm curious whether the setting was inspired by a particular place or entirely fictional.