Murder at Mansfield Park

The blending of Austen's world with a crime plot felt seamless yet inventive. What inspired the choice to set this story within that particular historical context?

The way Shepherd reimagined their motives and secrets made me see these familiar figures differently. Were there moments when you questioned what you thought you knew about them?

The detailed period setting enhanced the story, but I wondered how much creative liberty was taken. Did anyone feel the mix worked well or felt a bit forced?