Unsinkable is a wonderful journey of triumph over tragedy that touched me deeply. It is a book I will recommend and reread for years to come.

I loved this book - well, at least I love Violet's timeline. Violet's story of survival on the Titanic and then two more shipwrecks. Her tenacity for survival and devotion to her family was inspiring, but one that did show that life like this has consequences.

Daphne's story was a bit less interesting to me, but still something that I enjoyed - I think I just didn't need it. I feel that Violet's story could have been the entire book. Duel timelines are not always necessary.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this book.

4.5 stars! I love historical fiction in general - and dual timeline narratives are very interesting to me. I was fortunate enough to get to read an ARC of Jenni's first book and when I saw this one was coming out I jumped at the chance to read Unsinkable - the earlier the better! I absolutely love the premise of this story. The fact that part of it is set on the Titantic was an immediate selling point - and I didn't realize the actual story line of that FMC (Violet) until I started reading the book. What that woman went through was incredible.

It took me a little while to understand the connection between Violet and Daphne. Their stories felt very separate starting out. I thought the loose interconnectedness was well done, and the building on the connection throughout the story was well paced. I did figure it out much earlier in the story - but mainly because my brain was on overdrive trying to figure out the possible connection between the two women.

Daphne's story itself was also very well crafted. The authors note at the end added an additional depth to the story with the listing of the women who Daphne was modeled after. The bravery and ingenuity of women who served and operated in WWII is definitely highlighted in this character.

Overall, I truly enjoyed this story. I stayed up way too late reading it - I couldn't put it down once I got hooked on the two character's stories. The pacing was well done and I appreciated the uniqueness of the stories (even a little connection to Call of the Wrens :) made me smile). Thank you to NetGalley and Jenni Walsh for the opportunity to read and review this book!

Fascinating!

Based on a true story and told in dual timelines, this book takes the reader through 3 different sinkings, the Olympic, Titanic and Britannic, all 3 that Violet somehow survived. Despite this, she continues to return to the sea, either as a steward or a nurse. During the Titanic sinking, Violet is handed a baby as she is loaded into a lifeboat. She turned the baby to the authorities once on land.

Daphne, whose mother was lost on the Titanic and whose father, a famous actor who didn’t want people to know she existed, easily takes on a role as a secret agent during the war. She helps the resistance rescue hundreds by the time the war ends.

Both of these women and the men they love are fearless, resilient people. I found their stories captivating and inspiring. Highly recommend for historical fiction/non-fiction lovers.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book, but my opinions are my own.

Unsinkable by Jenni l. Walsh is a terrific historical fiction novel based on the factual memoirs of Violet Jessop and another character, purely fictional, both related, in their own way, to the sinking of the Titanic. Quite a romp through history that spans from 1908 to the end of World War II, I kept wondering how these two women were related in story, since the chapters went from Violet to Daphne consistently. The best was the end of the story...no, no spoilers here. The Author's notes were also great to read.

I loved this story and it is based off of the real Violet Jessop who survived the sinking of three different ships one being Titanic.

Although the story started off slow i started to get the rythm of the story and i was captivated.

A definite recommend

Thanks Netgalley and publisher for allowing me to read this arc

All my thoughts and opinions are my own and aren't influenced by anyone else

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for an advance copy of this book.

This took much longer than I wanted it to. I got 47% in and gave up.

How could someone be so lucky to survive multiple sinkings of boats including the Titanic?

And how could someone be so unlucky to not have anyone to love her or to rely on, specifically her father?

We meet Violet who is a steward on ships and must keep going back even after the sinkings because she has to take care of her family and all she wanted to do was to make sure her family was taken care of.

We also meet Daphne, who is recruited for the SOE during World War II because she speaks many languages. All she wanted to do was to get some praise from her father for her many accomplishments.

We follow both women in alternating chapters and experience their thoughts, their fears, and their triumphs.

UNSINKABLE shares these two stories of strong women and how they wouldn't give up - therefore both can be labeled "unsinkable."

Violet is based on an actual woman - Violet Jessop and Daphne is a fictional character.

A slow start for me as I was putting the story line together, but Ms. Walsh's wonderful writing style pulled me in for a good read.

The ending was satisfying, and of course I looked up Violet Jessop. 4/5

Thank you to the publisher for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

Being interested in the Titanic since I was a young child, I knew a good amount about Violet Jessop from all the books I've read. The information about her presented in this book is wonderful as all of the information in included rather than bits and pieces as found in other tomes. She had a terribly interesting life and I can't imagine surviving one sinking and going back to sea to survive another White Star line ship sinking. Amazingly Titanic's sister ship the Brittanic.
I did not know about Daphne Chaundanson. What an interesting life she led. From an unwanted motherless child she becomes an agent in the France Special Operations. She wants to help her country and earn her fathers love and respect. Very interesting story that taught me about the 39 women of the Special Operations.
This is a very interesting book that covers the lives of two very special women who have a special connection. Perfect read for anyone interested in Titanic history and in women in the earlier 20th century.

I COULD NOT PUT THIS DOWN! Jenni L. Walsh's Unsinkable is the remarkable dual timeline story of two women who survive more than one shipwreck, including the Titanic. Violet and Daphne are very different women but their stories intertwine is a most captivating way. Violet serves most of her life as a steward on big cruise ships, except when she served as a nurse's aid in WWI. Daphne has a fear of water, but is found on ships more than she'd like as she served undercover in WWII.

Walsh based much of this book on Violet's memoirs. I found it fascinating. I was able to read an ARC on #NetGalley.

I quite liked this book about two strong women who faced many challenges. Violet was the more interesting character as she actually was a real person who survived the Titanic , the Olympic and Britannic . Katherine’s story was connected to Violet but found her story not so engaging. Her relationship with her father was a love/ dislike one which I found confusing. Both women were ahead of their times in regards to pursuing careers and knowing education and seeking adventure was rewarding . Both served people in different capacities and realized the risks involved .

Unsinkable is the story of Violet Jessop and Daphne Chaundansnon. Violet is a stewardess on ships including the Titanic. She survives two ship sinkings and becomes a wartime nurse yet the sea continues to call her back. Daphne is a Special Agent in World War II. She also has a past connecting her to sinking ships.
Unsinkable is a dual timeline story of these women. Violet Jessop is a true story and Daphne is based on the women who served in the Special Operations Executive. The stories individually were well written and the characters were memorable and easily relatable. I was distracted with the different story lines and wondered through each chapter what the connection between the two was and when it would be revealed. When it was revealed it was almost an afterthought with no connection between the two in the end being made. It was a wonderful read but almost wish it would have been two different novels.
Thank you NetGalley and Harper Muse for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Interesting historical fiction about a real-life survivor of the Titanic and two other boat sinkings, and her connection to a young woman in WWII.

Told in a dual timeline this is the story of two women who survived many events that could have ended their lives. Each chapter is told from the other timeline and POV. The timelines do connect but it is more like reading two books in one. I loved that because both women have strong stories. It also centers around WWI and WWII, which is one of my favorite historical fiction times to read about. A very enjoyable book!

What a journey you go on in this book! It is a dual timeline set just before and during WW1 and during WW2 set in England. Violet is a stewardess on the Titanic as well as other ocean liners. She is working to support her family from the plentiful tips she earns. She is also 'unsinkable' having survived several ship sinkings. Daphne lost her mother on a ship that sunk and was unwanted by her father. She dove into her education learning multiple languages and ending up as part of the resistance in France. How these two timelines and characters intersect was carefully crafted by the author. As a fan of these eras as well as any Titanic book, I loved how it was all blended together. The author would leave you wanting more at the end of chapters to find out what happened next to Violet or Daphne. I enjoyed the main characters as well as the minor ones. Violet would do anything for her mother and siblings including helping out by volunteering during WW1. Her sense of family was so strong it prevented her from some personal happiness for most of her life. Daphne was strong and so smart. She could learn a language so easily, I felt jealous (even though she is a character in a book). Her strength and resilience helped her spy network rescue and return many pilots back to London.
The author explains at the end that Violet was a real person and wrote a memoir about her amazing life. Daphne was completely fictional but a composite of numerous women who worked behind the lines for the SOE. I was thoroughly entertained by this story and would recommend it to any historical fiction fan.

Thank you Net Galley and Harper Muse for a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This novel dealt with a real-life woman, Violet Jessop, who served as a first-class stewardess aboard the Titanic, the Olympic and the Brittanic. All three ships sank or otherwise encountered maritime disasters. But she kept getting back on ships. Read her story to learn why.

Daphne’s character is fictional but based on the real life stories of several women who served in France as part of the Special Operations Executive (SOE) during WWII. I had previously read a book based on the life of Virginia Hall, an .American woman with a limp who bravely served with the SOE. These brave women put their lives on the line to help the cause of the Allies.

The connection between these two women, though fictional, was one I enjoyed!

I received this book from the publisher via net galley in exchange for an hones5 review. Four stars.

A story featuring the Titanic and World War II should be a good read. However,
sometimes dual timeline stories don’t work and this was one of those times. While Violet’s story should be compelling, it wasn’t and Daphne’s story didn’t grab me.

It can also be treacherous to fictionalize a real person and develop an account based on historical records. There is very little character development at the beginning of the story and perhaps that is why I wasn’t drawn in.

I found the story lacking in details and uneven. Overall, an interesting premise, it just didn’t work for me?

Thank you NetGalley and Harper Muse for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

Unsinkable
By Jenni L. Walsh
Publication date: January 9, 2024
4.5/5⭐️

✨dual timelines
✨historical fiction
✨Titanic, WWI, WWII
✨Sprinkle of romance
✨strong female leads

This story starts with Violet Jessup and she is on the Titanic. We all know the unfortunate end of what happens with the Titanic.

This book is a dual timeline story that follows the lives of Violet Jessop and Daphne Chaundanson. This book goes back and forth between Violet who is a stewardess on the Titanic to Daphne who works for a secret operation during WWII.

I loved this story and it is based off of the real Violet Jessop who survived the sinking of three different ships earning the nickname “Miss Unsinkable”.

I was super excited to be approved for this book because I love historical fiction and I am drawn to anything related to the Titanic. This book did not disappoint!

If you love historical fiction, strong female leads, and a sprinkle of romance, this book is for you!!

Thank you NetGalley and Harper Muse for the ARC in exchange for a honest review.

Rounded up to a 5 star rating.

Because I grew up with all things Titanic, and now I have a son who is OBSESSED, I was so excited to get this advanced copy! It took a bit for me to start reading, but that is not the fault of the book. I was afraid that it would be a re-hashing of all the other Titanic stories, and at first, I had to really focus on the chapter switches between time and characters. However, once I got the rhythm, it was difficult to put down. I wish the afterward was the prologue because I would have been even more invested knowing that Violet is based on a real person. The secondary plot of Katherine/Daphne/etc., didn't make as much sense until the end. Then, I really did enjoy the cross-over of the plot lines.

Overall, I will definitely recommend this to my students who enjoy historical fiction, and especially the stories surrounding the Titanic and her sister ships.

I wasn't a big boater to begin with but this boat's nerve-wracking sinking ship descriptions have turned me off of it for the foreseeable future. When I realized the sinking of the Titanic was just the opening scene, I knew I was in for an adventure and this book did not disappoint. I love when I find a historical novel that touches on WWII and isn't a repeat of everything else out there. Super unique and fast-paced read with a heart-warming conclusion.