Describe Amity Harbor. Is it an upscale town? Does it seem inviting?

Amity Harbor is described as a small fishing town that was once full of optimism about its seaport future. Its Victorian mansions are decrepit, and the town only has one grocery store, a cemetery, a courthouse and a few other businesses. It is certainly not upscale, and Guterson gives the impression that the town is a bit depressing. With such a small population, it is probably something of a closed community, and thus, may not be very open to newcomers.