How does Simenon create such a tense atmosphere within the confined setting of the café?
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How does Simenon create such a tense atmosphere within the confined setting of the café?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the detective's moral choices throughout the story?
What inspired the author to set this mystery in a small French café, and how does the setting influence the story?