Book Overview

A riveting memoir from one of Britain’s most beloved writers, Elizabeth Jane Howard, revealing a life as eventful and captivating as her acclaimed novels.

About the Book

Slipstream unearths the remarkable journey of Elizabeth Jane Howard, a literary icon known for masterpieces such as The Beautiful Visit, Falling, and her celebrated Cazalet Chronicles. In this candid autobiography, Howard reflects on her adventurous life, filled with love, passion, and betrayal that rival the plots of her own works.

Her Life and Relationships

From fleeting pursuits as an actress and model to her rise as a celebrated author, Howard's memoir unveils her turbulent marriages, including her union with Kingsley Amis, and close friendships with literary giants like Laurie Lee, Arthur Koestler, and Cecil Day-Lewis. With raw vulnerability and wisdom, Howard lays bare the slipstream of experiences that shaped her life and inspired her unforgettable novels.

Critical Acclaims

“Her talent seemed so effervescent, so unstoppable, that there was no predicting where it might take her” – Hilary Mantel, author of Wolf Hall

“This is a brave, absorbing and vulnerable book” – Guardian