To Have and to Hold by Deborah Moggach


To Have and to Hold
Title : To Have and to Hold
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ISBN : 0140083294
ISBN-10 : 9780140083293
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : 320
Publication : First published January 1, 1986

Sober, predictable Ann has always trailed in the shadow of her chaotic and charismatic sister, Viv. Ann is unable to have children, so Viv decides to give her the best present she can think of - a baby - but does not consider the repercussions of her generosity.

To Have and to Hold Reviews

  • Ladiibbug

    This is a 1986 story of two sisters, one of whom cannot have children. The other sister volunteers to be a surrogate for her. The plot revolves around the relationships between the sisters and their husbands during this process.

    Not my normal type of book reading choice-wise, but I've wanted to read more of Deborah Moggach for years. Her amazing historical fiction book, Tulip Fever: A Novel, is one of my all time favorite books.

  • Jayne Charles

    This is the story of two sisters, one infertile, who embark on a surrogacy arrangement, and the consequences for their relationships. More literary and less soapy than some of her previous novels, it has rounded characters and a believable ending. I would have liked to hear more about the legalities surrounding the 'deal' as this was a bit blurred, but otherwise a good read.

  • Kath

    Sentences and scene were concise and made me think this would be much better as a script for a play. It contained some thoughtful themes and twists but I did not emotionally invest in the characters.