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Luck of the Titanic

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Luck of the Titanic by Stacey Lee follows the story of a British-Chinese teenager, Valora Luck, who seeks to reunite with her twin brother while aboard the ill-fated Titanic. As she navigates the constraints and opportunities of the prestigious ship, Valora is determined to convince the circus talent scouts on board to offer them a new start. This thrilling narrative blends historical detail with themes of family and hope.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy historical adventures with a brave and determined protagonist. Set against the backdrop of the infamous ocean liner, it blends elements of mystery, courage, and a quest for belonging, making it a thrilling journey for young readers interested in history and fictional retellings of real events.

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Downstairs Girl comes the richly imagined story of Valora and Jamie Luck, twin British-Chinese acrobats travelling aboard the Titanic on its ill-fated maiden voyage.

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Downstairs Girl comes the richly imagined story of Valora and Jamie Luck, twin British-Chinese acrobats travelling aboard the Titanic on its ill-fated maiden voyage.

Valora Luck has two things: a ticket for the biggest and most luxurious ocean liner in the world, and a dream of leaving England behind and making a life for herself as a circus performer in New York. Much to her surprise though, she's turned away at the gangway; apparently, Chinese people aren't allowed into America.

But Val has to get on that ship. Her twin brother Jamie, who has spent two long years at sea, is there, as is an influential circus owner, whom Val hopes to audition for. Thankfully, there's not much a trained acrobat like Val can't overcome when she puts her mind to it.

As a stowaway, Val should keep her head down and stay out of sight. But the clock is ticking, and she has just seven days as the ship makes its way across the Atlantic to find Jamie, perform for the circus owner, and convince him to help get them both into America.

Then one night the unthinkable happens, and suddenly Val's dreams of a new life are crushed under the weight of the only thing that matters: survival.

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Stacey Lee's Luck of the Titanic is praised for bringing the young women of the Chinese diaspora into the Titanic story, offering a fresh perspective. The narrative is lauded for its blend of hope, courage, and the fight to survive, featuring a diverse cast and a compassionate, strong heroine. Reviewers highlight its atmospheric, thrilling nature, and the seamless integration of fact and fiction. With themes of identity, class, and romance, it resonates with readers, making it a compelling must-read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349431451

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 August 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Piatkus Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 259g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Stacey Lee is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Downstairs Girl, Luck of the Titanic, Under a Painted Sky and Outrun the Moon, the winner of the PEN Center USA Literary Award for Young Adult Fiction and the Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature. She is a fourth-generation Chinese American and a founding member of We Need Diverse Books. Born in Southern California, she graduated from UCLA and then got her law degree at UC Davis King Hall. She lives with her family outside San Francisco. You can visit Stacey at staceyhlee.com. Or follow her on Twitter @staceyleeauthor.

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