Time to Live

A time of war. A time of change.
A time to live like there’s no tomorrow . . .

Reviews

‘An absorbing, meaty saga’ THE TIMES
‘For fans of Downton Abbey and Howards End, de Haan paints a vivid picture of seismic social changes between the wars on the idyllic Coombe Hall estate’ Kate Lord Brown
‘Rich detail of time and place, of social mores, of political events … an authentic world [and] a wonderful cast of characters’
Tim Pears
‘Touching on the political questions of the day, this is a story of dignity and desperation, hope and expectations’ Platinum
Praise for Vanessa de Haan:
‘A rich and skilful novel dramatizing how the war changed so many lives’ Elizabeth Buchan
‘The sure-footedness of a pro, an amazing debut’ Jeffrey Archer
‘…a sweeping feel [that rolls] forward through the months and years with tremendous confidence and ease…. a wonderful cast [building] towards a series of emotional climaxes that really earn their power… so many scenes were really moving.
‘This is a story about class changing conventions, as much as it is a war story . . . De Haan writes with depth and compassion’ The Times
‘The second world war brings three people's lives crashing together in this nuanced debut . . . Carefully researched and sensitively written, this is an emotional and memorable read’ Woman’s Own
‘A beautifully layered, expressive novel’ Historical Novel Society
‘Packs a powerful emotional punch . . . a wonderfully engaging new voice' Toronto Star