“[The Lost Passenger] skillfully contrasts the claustrophobic world of Britain’s upper classes with the bustle of New York City in the early twentieth century. Despite its crowds, hubbub and packed tenements, the city proves a place where secrets and lies all too easily come bubbling to the surface as Elinor tries to build her new existence.”—The Washington Post
“Stories of loss and survival on the Titanic never cease to fascinate us, and France Quinn’s The Lost Passenger is no exception. This deftly plotted novel goes far beyond a suspenseful page-turner. It’s also a heartfelt immigrant’s story, as well as a story of motherhood, reinvention, and a testament to the human spirit. I couldn’t put it down.”—Renee Rosen, author of The Social Graces and Park Avenue Summer
“ A compelling examination of the cost of dreams, delusions of the heart, and the unbreakable bond of mother and child.”—Shana Abé, author of An American Beauty and The Second Mrs. Astor
“An acutely observed account of one woman’s struggle to escape the shackles of an aristocratic marriage, and the desperate decisions she has to make after the sinking of the Titanic. You’ll be rooting for Elinor Coombes all the way in this compelling, heart-warming novel.”—Gill Paul, author of Women and Children First and The Secret Wife
“Move over Rose and Jack, because Elinor Coombes has come to tell her story of surviving one of the greatest maritime disasters of all time, and it’s a story that readers won’t want to miss. From her richly drawn characters to her vivid descriptions of New York in the early 20th century, Frances Quinn’s The Lost Passenger stands out as a must read for 2025.”—Michelle Moran, author of Maria and Nefertiti
“A delightful tale of female courage against the odds that will keep you pinned in your chair till the last page.”—Jenny Lecoat, author of The Girl from the Channel Islands
“The Lost Passenger is storytelling at its very finest. [Frances Quinn] perfectly captures the terror and tragedy of the sinking of the Titanic without salacious melodrama, and the jeopardy of Elinor as she makes life-altering choices to protect her son and build a new life for them both, is utterly captivating.”—Louise Fein, author of The Hidden Child and Daughter of The Reich
“I’m such a fan of Frances Quinn’s writing and her new novel certainly doesn’t disappoint. Elinor is such a wonderful heroine and I was rooting for her all the way. A thoroughly enjoyable novel about being brave enough to grab hold of a second chance and make the most of it.”—Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City
“Readers will be captivated by Elinor’s resilience and heart, which emerge like a lighthouse in her darkest, stormiest moments. A must-read for fans of female centric historical fiction.”—Booklist
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