The Secrets of Lily Graves

The blend of suspense and romance felt seamless, but I wonder if that was a conscious choice or evolved during writing. Did the focus shift during development?

The cozy atmosphere contrasted with the suspense, making the secrets feel even more hidden. How much of the setting was inspired by real places or purely fictional?

Her layered personality and backstory made her stand out. I'm curious whether her character was based on someone the author knows or entirely fictional.