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The story keeps me hooked, but I wonder if the focus on the mystery comes at the expense of deeper character insights. Did this balance evolve during writing?

The detective's choices sometimes blurred the lines of justice, which made me question what I’d do in his position. How do others interpret his ethical dilemmas?

The city’s atmosphere really adds to the mood of the novel. I’m curious whether Rankin drew from personal experience or if it was a creative choice to reflect the story’s tone.