This was a compelling historical novel, contrasting the “old world” and the “ new world.”
The narrative about theTitanic voyage was particularly interesting to me…… it personalized the drama and tragedy by personalizing it through the narrator’s experience.

Although there were predictable plot twists in the book, itvwas well-written, fast-paced and interesting from start to finish.

Just finished reading The Lost Passenger by Frances Quinn and was sorry when it ended. I hope the author writes a sequel! The sinking of the Titanic is the catalyst of the book, however the events leading up to tragedy and our heroine's decision after the the sinking is what makes the story so enjoyable. The author makes you really care about all of the characters. and has enough drama to keep you reading to find out what happens next. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House/Ballentine books for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

In "The Lost Passenger," Frances Quinn weaves the story of a woman who, falling into a loveless marriage, takes a new path in life with the sinking of the Titanic. I admire the storyline Quinn unfurled throughout this book, and I enjoyed the characters, especially Anna (I wish we'd had more of her).

At the beginning of the book, I was mildly concerned that this story rang a little too familiar with the blockbuster movie, and while it did overlap in significant parts, it was the "after landing in New York" where I thought this story started to come into its own. I wish that the part in New York had been better developed and encompassed more of the book. I was really hoping to see Elinor use all that experience working for her dad, and for that to come through strongly in the second half.

Overall, a nice read, though I was left wanting a bit more from the characters and the story.

I love reading books by authors that I have not read before and being pleasantly surprised. This was definitely one of those books. The story kept me interested throughout the whole book. The characters were mostly believable. It was about the sailing of the Titanic- two survivors. It was about their journey to a new country and how they survived without any identification, without clothes, without money. It was a good book. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced copy for my honest review.

This was an engaging read with distinct characters trying to make sense of the world they were born into, and to do what they could with it to have better lives. The first half of the book sets things up well, giving great understanding of society in those times and the severe restrictions on women as heirs, leaders, and mothers. About half way in, we get to the turning point in the story - when Elinor decides to take another woman's name in order to break free of the chains and carve out a new life for herself and her son in America.
It is in the second half of the book where things started to lose my interest. One subplot could have been left out entirely, and it seems like it was added to make the novel longer. Elinor's fear of being caught is played out over and over with no real life-changing consequences occurring, and Elinor's choice at the end doesn't really make sense when she seemed fairly wise up till then. If the buildup before the Titanic's trip had been shorter, Elinor's business-building story would have held my interest much more than a "she's afraid, oh it all worked out" subplot that was then repeated.
All in all, the writing and descriptions are good, and it is a book worth reading to get an accurate feel for the times.

“The Lost Passenger” by Frances Quinn is a gripping historical novel that intertwines themes of love, loss, and the search for identity. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the story follows a young woman’s journey aboard a transatlantic ship, where secrets unravel and relationships are tested. Quinn’s vivid prose brings the era to life, immersing readers in the atmosphere and struggles of the time. The characters are well-developed, each grappling with their own dilemmas, which adds depth to the narrative. The book effectively explores the impact of societal norms on personal choices, making it both an engaging and thought-provoking read. Overall, it’s a beautifully crafted tale that will resonate with fans of historical fiction.

This is an interesting historical novel. The author tells a vivid story rich with detail. The authors writing keeps you on the edge of your seat, with twists and turns that make it impossible to put the book down. This novel is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction. I wasn’t able to stop turning the pages until I reached the end

I am drawn to historical fiction and novels written around an event in history, this fit that category.
At first I thought that the beginning was slow going and a bit more background than was needed but continued on. I was so drawn into the story of Elinor becoming Molly.
Her life that she is trying to build was so uch fun following her and her courage and bravery to take risks. I was scared for her when Tommy was blackmailing her. Cheering when she confronted Lissy. I enjoyed the book very much

I absolutely loved this story. It was hard to put this book down. I am always intrigued by stories about the Titanic and that era. I would give this book 5 stars for the unique story it told.

This is riches to rags story. A woman goes from a life of luxury to a poor life to escape a family she married into and to protect her son. It is also about British class structure. Well written and entertaining.

I love the titanic and all things (except submarines) regarding it. This was so good, and the author describes the era and scene perfectly. Definitely nice to read something besides the point of view of rose and jack

A great book about the decisions we make and how we can pull ourselves up from great loss and tragedy to lead a wonderful life full of happiness.

I love historical fiction and this book pulled me in immediately with a wealthy woman about to be married to a person she thought was her soul mate. This book takes you through all the emotions from betrayal to despair, despair to hope, and hope to determination and finally a happy life. The characters were great and well developed. This story is not so much about the Titanic as it is the relationships and decisions we make that shape our lives.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves historical fiction. You won't be disappointed.

I want to thank Meg Whalen, Penguin and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review The Lost Passenger by author Frances Quinn.
We all know the story of the Titanic and it’s unimaginable ending. This novel, although fiction, really represents what life was like for thousands of immigrants living on the lower east side of New York City.
“I know you’re not who you say you are.”
Elinor is sailing on the maiden voyage of the Titanic with her father, her husband and son and 2 servants. Many lives are lost and Elinor decides that this is her chance to change the future for herself and her son. She goes from riches to rags! She becomes her ladies maid, Molly Mortimer but always fears that someday someone from her past will find her.
Life in the tenements is hard.
Will the family that think she is Molly find her out? What kind of life will she live?
This is so real. The characters are very special.
The Lost Passenger publishes 02/25/2025.

What a great story! I could feel the desperation surrounding Elinor and her primal need to protect her son Teddy. She had an opportunity to reinvent herself as Molly and start over, and she took it. This was a well-written and engaging story.
This book was provided to me by the publisher but all opinions are my own.

Review: The Lost Passenger
Thanks to Random House and Net Galley for an advance copy of The Lost Passenger by Frances Quinn.
I really enjoyed this dramatic historical novel based on a few passengers on the ill-fated Titanic. I have not read anything written by Frances Quinn, but might look for her again.
I tend to like dramatic stories that do not dwell on romance but rather are character driven. This novel fit my interests perfectly. It was a drama, not a romance, and told a story of family. The setting was mainly in New York, and I felt like the author did a fine creation of what life must have been like during the time period. The characters were so well created that by the end of the story I was cheering for the young woman who had chosen to remove herself from a life of ease to take on the identity of a passenger who had perished.
There was a well written and satisfying ending to a story that had tragic potential ending.
#RandomHouse, #NetGalley, # FrancesQuinn

This was my first experience reading a novel by Frances Quinn and I absolutely loved every page.

Elinor and Molly are both characters that are easy to fall in love with. Women from different backgrounds who take bold risks in order to take charge of their futures.

With the backdrop of the Titanic tragedy and the chasm between both Elinor and her father - an ambitious businessman and his equally ambitious daughter coming to terms with the reality that her gender will forever keep her from following in her father’s “cotton king” footsteps and her husband, who is in love with another woman while marrying Elinor solely for her father’s money.

Her chance meeting with Molly, newly pregnant with a married man’s child, inspires Elinor to borrow Molly’s bravery (and name) when Molly is tragically among those lost in the sinking of the Titanic.

I was not sure what to expect from this book, but the story from start to finish was a very pleasant surprise.

Thank you to the publisher for this gifted PHENOMENAL novel. I will be looking for more by this author.
The subject about a missing passenger from the Titanic, drew me in.
Elinor Coombes marries into an aristocratic English family and believes she is in love. She soon realizes that all is not what it seems and is disillusioned with her husband, life and what is expected of her and her child.
She gets an opportunity to set sail on the Titanic. As well all know the Titanic sinks, but she survives and takes on the role of another passenger. Her life is completely changed.
Suddenly she is living a drastically different life and is hoping not to be discovered.
I loved the authors writing and I was completely drawn to Elinor and her life story. I will buy a physical copy, because I will want to read this one again.

I was asked to read “The Lost Passenger” by Frances Quinn but I am always delighted to read any novel that focuses on the sinking of the Titanic and its aftermath. Because so much fiction has been devoted to the Titanic’s maiden and incomplete voyage, the expectations are high that this book has a unique perspective. Though I enjoyed reading yet another narrative of the ship’s sinking, what I found most enjoyable about this novel was the choices the protagonist, Elinor’s, makes after the ship’s sinking. In particular, she assumes a new identity in New York, raising herself and her son in less than favorable conditions.

I found Elinor’s persistence and determination admirable. You sympathize with her, even though she fakes both her death and her son’s to have a second chance at life where she gets to the make the choices versus living a life controlled by her father and husband. I also appreciated learning more about New York at this time in history.

Four and a half out of five stars.

My thanks to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for this great read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher! I really enjoyed this and was hooked early on. I do wish the first half was a little shorter so the part after the Titanic could have been more.

Really enjoyed!

This was a fast read with a feel good story. I enjoyed the historical setting and the descriptions of the Titanic. I also appreciated the depiction of life in New York City for the working poor. I was glad it did not turn into a romance novel! Overall a good read.