Serpent Tide

The world of Serpent Tide feels so immersive and alive. I'm curious whether the author drew inspiration from real places or imagined this entirely.

The story's adventurous spirit is great, but some parts felt a bit slow when characters were investigating. Was that intentional to build suspense?

The book manages to be funny and exciting at the same time, which is tricky with younger readers. I wonder what influenced that tone choice.