Jane and the Stillroom Maid

Blending fact and fiction can be tricky—I'm curious what inspired the choice to include actual people from Austen's world and how much creative liberty was taken.

While I loved the rich setting, at times the focus on social customs made the story feel a bit sluggish. Was that intentional to build atmosphere?

It's such a fun twist on her character—I'm wondering if the author has a personal connection or fascination with Austen's life that led to this creative choice.