Death at the Chateau

The picturesque yet mysterious backdrop added so much to the story, but I wonder if the author visited or envisioned it first.

The small-town vibe made me think it was a quiet story, but then the crime suddenly changed the game. Was that intentional or just how it played out?

The pacing felt steady, but I kept guessing who the culprit was. Curious about the craft behind balancing clues and red herrings.