Chugoku meikyu satsujin jiken / The Chinese Maze Murders

The rich cultural details brought the story to life, but I wonder if there was a particular historical event or setting that sparked this choice.

The intricate clues and maze-like plot kept me guessing, but I was curious if the focus on the puzzle overshadowed character development for others.

The cultural authenticity added depth, and I’d love to know whether this was driven by research or personal familiarity with the setting.