The Dressmaker by Kate Alcott

TITLE:  The Dressmaker

AUTHOR:  Alcott, Kate
GENRE:  Historical Fiction

DATES READ:  7/9/2017 - 7/30/2017

MY RATING:  3/5

I picked up this gem at a library book sale. What a stunning cover! Totally judging...

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A historical novel documenting the journey of an aspiring seamstress and her journey from surviving the fate of the Titanic, to facing her future as a survivor. Romance, tragedy and all of the eleganza that comes with the time period.

First of all, I really love reading all things Titanic. It is such a tragic event during such a notoriously glamorous time. 

I did not expect this, but I found this book to read more like a YA novel, full of youthful indecisiveness and rash behavior. The heroine is still finding herself (aren't we all?) and obviously she has two handsome suitors to choose from. The true center of this geode is the heroine's attempt to find her place and her heart amidst the survivors of the Titanic.

The characters were simple and lovely to read about. Even the selfish ones, only out for themselves. I also enjoyed reading about the time period overall. The clothing and the drama. Also, I find the hopeful ending to a be a joy! Would recommend to anyone who loves historical fiction, doesn't mind a little YA fiction, and Titanic fiction in particular.

Will read and write soon!

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