The Thirteen Problems

While charming, some plots seemed predictable if you're familiar with traditional mystery structures. Did the stories surprise others?

The quaint setting adds charm but also feels like a deliberate contrast to the darker themes. I wonder if this choice was to make the mysteries more approachable.

The stories are all from the detectives' point of view, but imagining the suspects' side might add a new layer. Would that make the stories more complex or less engaging?