Barefoot in Hyde Park

The combination adds layers to the story, but I wonder if the mystery was always meant to complement the romance or if it evolved during writing.

The romantic scenes flowed smoothly, but some of the investigative parts felt a bit slow. Was that intentional to build suspense?

The Regency setting feels so vivid, yet I was curious whether the focus on period accuracy was planned to enhance the story or if it grew organically.