Death at the Seaside

The coastal town feels so vivid and atmospheric — I wonder if the author based it on a real place or created it from imagination. How does the setting shape the story’s tone?

The story took a bit of a breather before picking up again. I'm curious if that was intentional to build atmosphere or a natural part of the mystery process.

The tone struck a nice balance between cozy charm and serious crime, which made me wonder about the creative choices behind that blend.