The Titanic Sisters

A journey of love, sacrifice, and family bonds

Patricia Falvey author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Atlantic Books

Published:7th Nov '19

Should be back in stock very soon

The Titanic Sisters cover

In The Titanic Sisters, two sisters face love and loss after the disaster, leading to a complex journey of identity and sacrifice.

Set against the backdrop of one of history's most infamous maritime disasters, The Titanic Sisters explores the intertwining lives of two sisters, Nora and Delia, as they embark on a journey that will forever alter their destinies. Leaving their humble Irish farm behind, they board the Titanic with dreams of a brighter future in America. Nora is set to become a governess for a wealthy family, while Delia is resigned to a lesser role as a maid. The promise of a new life is within reach, but fate has other plans in store.

Tragedy strikes when the Titanic meets its fateful end, leading to Nora's untimely death. In a twist of fate, Delia seizes the opportunity to assume her sister's identity, stepping into the role of governess. As she navigates her new life, Delia finds herself forming deep connections with her charge and the girl's father, complicating her feelings and moral compass. The struggle between loyalty to her sister and her desire for happiness becomes increasingly fraught.

As the story unfolds, Delia discovers that Nora is, in fact, alive and determined to reclaim her place and life. The tension between the sisters builds, leading to a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the bonds of family. The Titanic Sisters is a tale of resilience and the lengths one will go to in pursuit of their dreams, even in the face of unimaginable loss.

[An] enchanting saga of two Irish sisters who board the Titanic with dreams of new lives in New York. This new chapter of Titanic lore is worth plunging into. * Publishers Weekly *
An evocative, heartfelt story of how the bond of female friendship can survive and thrive through adversity. * Kate Kerrigan, author of Recipes for a Perfect Marriage, on The Girls of Ennismore *
A definite 'must read' for all of us who love sagas. * BookBag on The Girls of Ennismore *
Rich in authentic historical and Irish detail, The Girls of Ennismore is a compelling story of love, duty, and reinvention, highlighting the vast rewards - or grave consequences - of following one's heart. Fans of Downton Abbey will devour this sweeping tale. * Kristina McMorris, author of The Edge of Lost, on The Girls of Ennismore *
Family secrets and revenge make this inspired historical fiction a voyage you will never forget. * Keys Weekly *
Falvey's engrossing historical novel charts the paths of two sisters as they journey from Ireland to early 1900's America, on the Titanic's ill-fated maiden voyage. * Booklist *

ISBN: 9781786490643

Dimensions: 200mm x 130mm x 25mm

Weight: 264g

384 pages

Main