The Draining Lake

The icy landscapes and stark environment seem to mirror the cold, dark tone of the mystery. I'm curious whether the setting was planned to evoke this feeling or evolved naturally during writing.

The story had some quiet, reflective moments that made me wonder if they were necessary for character depth or if they affected the suspense overall.

Balancing the crime with the detective's inner conflicts added layers to the story. I wonder if this dual focus was planned from the start or developed later.