Body at Buccaneer's Bay

The story blends genres seamlessly, but I wonder if the romantic subplot was planned from the start or developed naturally alongside the mystery.

The community felt so vivid, but I’m curious if that made the plot feel more cozy or if it took away some of the suspense for others.

The setting felt so immersive and unique—was this inspired by a real place or a specific maritime mood the author wanted to capture?