Luck of the Titanic

Lee gives life to the young women of the Chinese diaspora, writing them back into the story . . . So rich and focused are [Val's] schemes that as a reader, it's very easy to get caught up in them, and forget that before long, the only thing that will matter is the icy depths of the Atlantic * NPR * Lovingly rendered, Val's bittersweet story is one of hope, courage and the fight to survive * Ms. Magazine * Historical romance fans will love Luck of the Titanic * Bustle * A gem from start to bittersweet finish * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) * A finely crafted historical exploration of identity, class, and family that resonates through the present * Publishers Weekly (starred review) * With a compassionate, strong heroine and a diverse cast, this is an exciting, important retelling of the Titanic tragedy * School Library Journal (starred review) * [Lee's] writing draws the reader into this night to remember . . . Devastating * School Library Connection (starred review) * Lee's conversational style adds a freshness to the historical frame and achieves a thrilling balance between hope and anguish through budding romances and humour amid the looming tragedy * Booklist (starred review) * Thrilling . . . Lee seamlessly weaves fact and fiction in Luck of the Titanic, inventing a story that gorgeously captures an era and a tragedy * Shelf Awareness * [A] lushly imagined, compelling novel . . . A compelling romance adds to the poignancy of the finale * Buffalo News * Mesmerizing . . . An admirable and engaging addition to the annals of fictional Titanic lore * BookPage * This is the kind of book I absolutely love. Heroism and heart-breaking tragedy, seen through the eyes of those who have been left off the pages of our history books -- Jamie Ford, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author A thrilling historical page-turner. A must-read! -- Melissa de la Cruz, <i>New York Times bestselling author</i> Stacey Lee has done it again - taken a fascinating slice of history and transformed it into a story lush with heart, heartache, and hope. This is the Titanic story you need -- Marie Lu, No.1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Stacey Lee's superpower is her ability to turn history's forgotten into today's unforgettable; and you'll never forget the terror and joy of travelling with Valora Luck, whose unsinkable spirit gleams like a rescue flare through the icy murk of the past -- Elizabeth Wein, No.1 <i>New York Times </i> bestselling author Stacey Lee has crafted one of my favourite kinds of historical reads; it's a story that's as thrilling as it is atmospheric and as joyful as it is heart-breaking. A masterful, gripping tale for the ages -- Kerri Maniscalco, No.1 <i>New York Times</i> and <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author This book will make you fall in love and then fall to pieces -- Stephanie Garber, No.1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Hope, heroism, and heartache collide in an unforgettable story, suffused with love -- Julie Berry, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author With a plot as tense as a walk on a tightrope and a wily heroine you'll cheer on till the very end, Luck of the Titanic is historical fiction at its most thrilling -- Laura Ruby, two-time National Book Award finalist Stacey Lee has breathed new life and love into this iconic voyage, with all the hopes, fears, and complexities of an immigrant journey. I will never forget the courageous Valora Luck -- Abigail Hing Wen, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Loveboat, Taipei</i> Luck of the Titanic stayed with me long after I finished the last line. It's beautifully written, funny, and incredibly heart-breaking. Every single character is expertly drawn and mesmerizing. A sublime read -- Isabel Ibanez, author of <i>Woven in Moonlight</i>