Fletch's Fortune

The mixture of comedy and detective work creates such a unique tone. I'm curious whether this balance was planned from the start or developed during writing.

His humor often lightened serious situations, but I wondered if that was intentional or just a natural part of his character. How do others interpret his role as a detective?

The backdrop feels very specific and vivid. I'm curious if the author drew from personal experiences or historical research to craft this world.