Tennison

Balancing character development with plot can be tricky in crime fiction. I'm curious how much of Tennison's personal life was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

The focus on her internal conflicts added depth, but I wonder if that overshadowed the procedural aspects for some readers. What was others' take on this balance?

The British 1970s backdrop added a gritty realism to the story. I'd love to know if the author has personal ties to this period or if it was a deliberate choice for atmosphere.