The Lost Passenger
The Lost Passenger by Frances Quinn, published by Simon & Schuster, Limited on July 17, 2025, is a historical fiction novel that explores the aftermath of the Titanic disaster. Elinor Coombes, trapped in an unhappy aristocratic marriage, sees a glimmer of hope when she embarks on the Titanic’s maiden voyage with her son, Teddy. However, when tragedy strikes, Elinor realizes that the sinking ship offers her a chance to escape her past and start anew, provided she can keep their survival a secret.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of identity and resilience as Elinor navigates a world vastly different from her own. The story unfolds as she adopts a new identity while striving to protect her son and secure their future. This edition, comprising 416 pages, presents a tale of courage and self-discovery against the backdrop of one of history’s most infamous maritime disasters.
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‘I absolutely loved The Lost Passenger. I adored the writing style, the characterization and the gripping storyline. Bliss!’ Jill Mansell
In the chaos of that terrible night, her secret went down with the Titanic. But secrets have a way of floating to the surface…
Trapped in an unhappy aristocratic marriage, Elinor Coombes sees only lonely days ahead of her. So a present from her father – tickets for the maiden voyage of a huge, luxurious new ship called the Titanic – offers a welcome escape from the cold, controlling atmosphere of her husband’s ancestral home, and some precious time with her little son, Teddy.
When the ship goes down, Elinor realises the disaster has given her a chance to take Teddy and start a new life – but only if they can disappear completely, listed as among the dead. Penniless and using another woman’s name, she has to learn to survive in a world that couldn’t be more different from her own, and keep their secret safe.
An uplifting story about grabbing your chances with both hands, and being brave enough to find out who you really are.
‘A compelling, heart-warming novel’ Gill Paul
‘A powerful and inspiring story’ Anna Mazzola
‘A beautifully written page-turner’ Lila Cain
‘Utterly compelling’ Essie Fox
‘An immersive and intriguing narrative’ Hazel Gaynor
‘A vivid, compelling and immaculately researched story’ Lucy Barker
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