A Plain Vanilla Murder

The detailed descriptions of gardens and plants added a cozy charm, but I wonder if the author envisioned the garden as a metaphor or just loved gardening.

I loved how everyone seemed to know each other's histories, but it also made me curious about what was left unsaid beneath the surface.

The mix of crime and horticulture felt fresh, but I’m curious whether that pairing was planned from the start or evolved during writing.