Happy Release Day!
Congratulations Donna
on the release today of
Ship of Dreams!
Ship of Dreams: A Novel of the Titanic by Donna Jones Alward
Historical Fiction, 384 pages
Published March 31, 2026 by One More Chapter
From the author of the internationally bestselling novel, When the World Fell Silent, comes a breathtaking tale of secrets, betrayal, and the enduring power of friendship.
Aboard the Titanic, where opulence knows no bounds and the horizon seems limitless, two women fight for the futures they dream of, fraught with secrets that could change everything.
Hannah Martin is clinging to the hope that six days on this grand ship will heal the wounds in her marriage to Charles. Beneath her poised exterior lies a desperation to mend what was shattered and conceal a secret that could upend their lives forever.
Louisa Phillips, spirited and uncompromising, is escaping her family’s insistence on a passionless marriage. But this daring step could also sever the deepest bond in her life.
As the ‘unsinkable' ship strikes the iceberg, amidst the chaos and icy waters, lives are changed forever. In the face of impending doom, what dreams will Hannah and Lou decide are worth saving, and at what cost?
This evocative historical fiction will stay with you long after you've turned the last page. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn, this is a poignant tale of love, choice, and survival against the odds.
My thoughts about Ship of Dreams ~~
(I love to note the first lines of the books I'm reading. First lines can really grab a reader's attention and I love seeing where the author takes the reader after their first lines.)
First lines—"'Oh, Lou, isn't it simply magnificent?' I spun away from the glorious sight of the Titanic and beamed at my best friend Louisa Phillips, who, like me, was standing in awe of the veritable palace at Southampton's dock."
I am obsessed with everything related to the Titanic. I was super excited to get the chance to read Ship of Dreams.
Hannah and Louisa, best friends for forever, board the Titanic and set sail for New York. This is to be the trip of a lifetime for both women, each for their own, very different reasons. No one could even imagine how this voyage would end. The reader knows and that's what makes this story exciting, and heartbreaking.
One thing that I loved about Ship of Dreams compared to other Titanic stories I've read, is the storyline leading up to the sinking and then being able to see how the characters got through the tragic event as they tried to get on with their lives. I loved the glamour and socializing that went on with the first class passengers. It was an exciting time for everyone, that's for sure. And then to have follow-up after the fact to understand how hard life was afterwards was a satisfying way to round out the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed Ship of Dreams and now want to check out other books by this author. I highly recommend it for those who are interested in the Titanic or are lovers of historical fiction.
I received an ARC of Ship of Dreams and this is my honest opinion of the book.
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About the author
Since 2006, New York Times bestseller Donna Jones Alward has enchanted readers with stories of happy endings and homecomings that have won several awards and been translated into over a dozen languages. She’s worked as an administrative assistant, teaching assistant, in retail and as a stay-at-home-mom, but always knew her degree in English Literature would pay off, as she is now happy to be a full-time writer. Her new historical fiction tales blend her love of history with characters who step beyond their biggest fears to claim the lives they desire.
Donna currently lives in Nova Scotia, Canada, with her husband and two cats. You can often find her near the water, either kayaking on the lake or walking the sandy beaches to refill her creative well.
Find out more at www.donnajonesalward.com. ~ Goodreads
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