Murder in Hyde Park

The setting feels so authentic, but I wonder if that was a conscious choice to keep the story grounded. Did the research influence the story's direction or tone?

The mystery itself was engaging, but some chapters focusing on social scenes felt a bit slow. Was that intentional to build atmosphere or character depth?

The setting adds so much charm and history, but I'm curious whether the author had a personal connection or if it was purely for the story's atmosphere.