The iconic work of Elizabeth Jane Howard, which inspired the award-winning BBC television and radio series of the same name, narrates the tumultuous life of the Cazalet family.

Home Place, Sussex, 1937. Three generations of Cazalets, relatives and staff on their traditional summer vacation. The whole family together in the idyllic country house in the heart of Sussex. We follow their lives for two unforgettable, carefree summers, filled with lavish meals, happy picnics on the beach, leisurely afternoon walks, and nights with wonderful joyful music. Still safe from the clouds of World War II that will soon darken their sunny days, the Cazalets captivate us with their complex relationships, unspoken fears, and secret passions that make up their tumultuous lives.

A classic period novel set against the backdrop of the British upper class in the early 20th century, whose way of life the author captures masterfully. Two seemingly carefree warm summers during which Howard introduces us to her complex characters, bringing them to life in the most vivid and captivating way.