Hi Allan - thank you for your kind words! I'm thrilled you found the story engrossing. You're absolutely right about the Shropshire connection not being explicitly clear - I should have emphasised that more. Whitcombe Manor is meant to be set in the Shropshire countryside, but I realise now I didn't make that as obvious as I could have. I'm glad you enjoyed the story despite this oversight, and I appreciate your feedback. It's always helpful to know where I can improve for future pieces.