Analyze how the dual narrative structure of Moonflower Murders intertwines the plot of Atticus Pünd Takes the Case with Susan Ryeland’s real-life investigation. How does this literary technique enhance the complexity and thematic concerns of the narrative?

How does Moonflower Murders serve as both a mystery novel and a commentary on the genre itself? In what ways does Horowitz critique or celebrate the conventions of Golden Age detective fiction? Identify key elements that mirror or subvert traditional mystery tropes.

Explore Branlow Hall’s role as a setting and its association with nocturnal symbolism. How do the history and atmosphere of the country house hotel contribute to dramatic tension and enhance Horowitz’s exploration of the dark side of human nature?