Тайна фермы "Алые ворота"

The pacing and clues felt perfectly balanced for middle-grade readers. I wonder if she planned the twists from the start or adapted as she wrote.

The way the kids worked together and supported each other made the mystery more engaging. What moments made others root for them the most?

The descriptions of the farm and surrounding areas painted a vivid picture. I'm curious if the setting was based on a real place or entirely imagined.