Sisters of Fortune: A Riveting Historical Novel of the Titanic Based on True History

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Last update: 12-24-2024


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Readers of The Second Mrs. Astor by Shana Abé will be captivated as the USA Today bestselling author expertly weaves real historical figures and events into this vivid, surprising, emotionally powerful novel about longing for independence and love—and the moments that irrevocably change even the best laid plans. Based on the true story of the Fortune sisters, three young women each at a crossroads when they boarded the RMS Titanic in the spring of 1912 –and how that maiden voyage would transform their lives in profound and unexpected ways.

“Lush with sumptuous historical details and riveting as the events of that fateful voyage unfurl, readers will love this one!” —Madeline Martin, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Keeper of Hidden Books and The Last Bookshop in London

April,1912: It’s the perfect finale to a Grand Tour of Europe—sailing home on the largest, most luxurious ocean liner ever built. For the Fortune sisters, the voyage offers a chance to reflect on the treasures of the past they’ve seen—magnificent castles and museums in Italy and France, the ruins of Greece and the Middle East—and contemplate the futures that await them.

For Alice, there’s foreboding mixed with her excitement. A fortune teller in Egypt gave her a dire warning about traveling at sea. And the freedom she has enjoyed on her travels contrasts with her fiancé’s plans for her return—a cossetted existence she’s no longer sure she wants.

Flora is also returning to a fiancé, a well-to-do banker of whom her parents heartily approve, as befits their most dutiful daughter. Yet the closer the wedding looms, the less sure Flora feels. Another man—charming, exasperating, completely unsuitable—occupies her thoughts, daring her to follow her own desires rather than settling for the wishes of others.

Youngest sister Mabel knows her parents arranged this Grand Tour to separate her from a jazz musician. But the secret truth is that Mabel has little interest in marrying at all, preferring to explore ideas of suffrage and reform—even if it forces a rift with her family.

Each sister grapples with the choices before her as the grand vessel glides through the Atlantic waters. Until, on an infamous night, fate intervenes, forever altering their lives . . .
 
“Filled with luscious detail of the Titanic’s maiden voyage and spot on depictions of its many passengers…absolutely riveting until the very last page!”—Shelley Noble, New York Times Bestselling author of The Tiffany Girls
“Vividly detailed and painstakingly researched, Sisters of Fortune threads fact and fiction into a compelling story.” —Bryn Turnbull, author of The Paris Deception and The Woman Before Wallis

From the Publisher

FICTION, Historical, 20th Century, General
FICTION, Historical, 20th Century, General
FICTION, Historical, 20th Century, General

Top reviews from the United States

  • Rebeca Johnston
    5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating, Complex, Heartwarming
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
    This book was intriguing from the very beginning. Any story about the Titanic always grabs attention but this one was so well written with complex characters and plots. The stories are all interwoven so well to create a unique, heartfelt story about three different wealthy sisters and their personal struggles. Of course there is tragedy. What book about Titanic isn't? However, the stories of survival, of women who refused to go on lifeboats without their husbands, saying they had lived together, they would die together are reminders of a devoted love we so seldom find anymore. The author explains that while the Fortune sisters were real, she made adaptations to their histories because very little was truly known about what they did on the ship. This is the first book that I have read by this author but it will be far from my last. Outstanding historical novel!
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    Rebeca Johnston
    5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating, Complex, Heartwarming
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
    This book was intriguing from the very beginning. Any story about the Titanic always grabs attention but this one was so well written with complex characters and plots. The stories are all interwoven so well to create a unique, heartfelt story about three different wealthy sisters and their personal struggles. Of course there is tragedy. What book about Titanic isn't? However, the stories of survival, of women who refused to go on lifeboats without their husbands, saying they had lived together, they would die together are reminders of a devoted love we so seldom find anymore. The author explains that while the Fortune sisters were real, she made adaptations to their histories because very little was truly known about what they did on the ship. This is the first book that I have read by this author but it will be far from my last. Outstanding historical novel!
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  • Booklover
    4.0 out of 5 stars A quick read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024
    Very interesting novel based on true history. A family takes a months long trip and end up sailing on the Titanic as they end their adventure.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars sisters of fortune
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024
    I was excited to read this book as an account of a families experience as part of a vacation. The characters came to life easily & their social standing was interesting noting the good looking daughters of a well to do father & mother as they met & interacted with other passengers who had a relevant impact on their lives. A love story nicely told.
  • Miles the Cat
    5.0 out of 5 stars Was Skeptical at First but a Good Read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2024
    To start the whole list of characters, who is who in the beginning turned me off. Maybe the author did it because it’s a historical novel with actual historical figures. That aside, it took a while to get into the story line, there were several moments when I wondered if I would be able to finish it but the last 1/4 of the book made the slow parts worth while. It’s a hard read on a good day since you know some of the major characters are going to die but you aren’t sure who. And she did a fantastic job with the actual impact, sinking, what those last moments were like, and what it was like for the survivors. In the end I stayed up until 1am to finish the book. So if you’re on the fence, I’d say jump off to the other side, it’s worth it.
  • S. Manning
    4.0 out of 5 stars Gripping story
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024
    I hesitated to read this book because of the tragedy of the Titanic. This story was good. The characters were well-written and the glimpse into life during that period in time was interesting. I enjoyed this book much more than I thought I would and would recommend it to others.
  • J Yates
    5.0 out of 5 stars A compelling story woven into Titanic history.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2024
    This book was equal parts enjoyable and unbearably sad. The story has been well documented, so the ending is not unexpected. That being said, the Titanic passengers were very real people who experienced both great joy and tragedy. Their stories, as portrayed by Ms Huber, are well written and filled with the mores of the time. Great read!
  • Amazon Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars a borrowed story
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2024
    This book was almost hand in glove with the epic movie Titanic. It’s story line is basically the same boy meets girl , finds love etc etc and other than the happy ending for the 2 main characters… it was the same story. Do yourself a favor and watch Titanic the movie…
  • Jean38no
    5.0 out of 5 stars Jean38no
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024
    I read many books about the sinking of the Titanic. This is favorite . The author sweeps the reader into the opulence and richness of the Titanic and the Fortune sisters. A wealthy family from Canada . The father gifted the family a trip to Europe . There are four sisters and one brother on the trip . As the story progress you found yourself hoping and praying that each sister finds herself as they eat, play and interact with their other wealthy fellow passengers. Until the that fateful day when the iceberg scraped a hole along the side of the Titanic. You can’t help feeling the anxiety and fear building as the people realize the ship is sinking. Then to find there are not enough life boats for everyone. You find yourself worrying , crying ,and feeling the overwhelming grief that the survivors felt. I am glad that the sisters each found their own peace and happiness after surviving one the worst sea time tragedy.

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