Two disparate sisters get the chance to travel to New York on the Titanic to start a new life, one as a governess and the other as a maid. Disaster strikes and arrangements don’t go as planned.
I am drawn to stories about the Titanic and was looking forward to reading this book. It’s beautifully written and the anatomy of an idea is there. I liked the way it was narrated by the two sisters alternately. On the other hand, I did find it quite slow and a little dull. There wasn’t much action. I didn’t particularly like any of the characters, they seemed a tad shallow. I don’t think enough of the story was set on the Titanic itself and I feel this part could’ve been fleshed out more. Some of the tale seemed contrived and predictable, especially towards the conclusion. The ending also seemed rushed.
Nevertheless, it’s an easy, pleasant and gentle read, a great one for a cold night snuggled up by the fire. It does give a good insight into the era it’s set in. I was particularly fascinated by the descriptions of Dallas and Shotgun City! They were very vividly depicted and sounded amazing.
I am drawn to stories about the Titanic and was looking forward to reading this book. It’s beautifully written and the anatomy of an idea is there. I liked the way it was narrated by the two sisters alternately. On the other hand, I did find it quite slow and a little dull. There wasn’t much action. I didn’t particularly like any of the characters, they seemed a tad shallow. I don’t think enough of the story was set on the Titanic itself and I feel this part could’ve been fleshed out more. Some of the tale seemed contrived and predictable, especially towards the conclusion. The ending also seemed rushed.
Nevertheless, it’s an easy, pleasant and gentle read, a great one for a cold night snuggled up by the fire. It does give a good insight into the era it’s set in. I was particularly fascinated by the descriptions of Dallas and Shotgun City! They were very vividly depicted and sounded amazing.