Jane Austen book club

The book subtly connects the characters' personal journeys with Austen's stories. Did that enhance or detract from the reading experience for others?

It feels like such a cozy idea, but I'm curious whether this was a personal passion or a strategic choice to explore certain themes.

Their reflections and choices seemed to echo Austen's themes, which made me wonder if the books they loved influenced their arcs more than I expected.