High Time: A Novel by Hannah Rothschild

(Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book!)

 

about book: (from Goodreads)

A modern English comedy of morals and manners, about a high-born family of unforgettable characters, in a story that proves revenge can be sweet. In the months leading up to the Brexit referendum, Ayesha, the wildly beautiful secret daughter of the late Enyon Trelawney, has married the thuggish banker Tomlinson Sleet with whom she has a young daughter, Stella. Ayesha is busy restoring the broken-down Trelawney Castle in Cornwall, which Sleet has bought, to its former glory, as well as studying art at the Courtauld in London. Meanwhile, the elderly Countess Clarissa--still ensconced on the property--the host of a camp television show, is about to head into a disastrous marriage; Lady Jane has separated from the hopeless Trelawney heir Kitto, who is crazier than ever, and found an enlightened woman to keep her company abroad; Sleet is becoming increasingly difficult, distracted by the seductive and ruthless bitcoin goddess Zamora, but Kitto's sister Blaze and her husband Joshua will support Ayesha's clever plan as she discovers shocking secrets, takes action and brings the family together.Biting and satirical, but also poignant and moving, High Time is a delicious story of madness and mayhem and mischief run amok.

my thoughts:

A British satire about the wealthy Trelawney family, High Time, by Hannah Rothschild is a lighthearted romantic comedy - perfect for a summer read. I know I was excited to get my hands on a copy - I needed something fun to read and this one sounded like it would be a right treat. Especially, since I'm a huge fan of stories set in England. So, I was stoked to grab a huge cuppa and settle down with High Time. And, sure enough, I was soon enmeshed in the Trelawney family's high jinks and dysfunctional relationships. I was laughing out loud and rolling my eyes, because this cast of characters was A LOT. I mean it - they are the epitome of family power dynamics run amok. It was hilarious and sad at the same time. I loved it! 

I would definitely recommend High Time to fans of Hannah Rothschild and to anyone looking for their next great read - you will love this book! I know I enjoyed it - High Time was fun and entertaining. Make sure to grab a copy!

Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book!