Five Found Dead

The story had so many twists—I'm curious whether the suspense was planned from the start or evolved during writing. Did any particular scene surprise the author as well?

The characters’ personal stories added depth to the mystery, but I wonder if the emotional weight was intentional or a happy accident. Did their backstories impact how you viewed the case?

The atmosphere felt very specific and immersive. I wonder if the setting was based on a real place or if it was created to heighten the story's tension.