Murder at the Elms

The estate feels so vividly alive — I wonder if the author based it on a real place or crafted it entirely from imagination. Did the setting influence the story's tone?

I loved the slow buildup but found myself curious if the pacing was intentional to build suspense or if others wished for a quicker pace.

The historical elements added depth but never felt heavy-handed. I'm curious about the process behind balancing research with storytelling.