Canada, UK & Australia:
Ebook, Audio & Paperback August 26, 2025
US: Ebook & Audio August 26, 2025
US: Paperback March 31, 2026

Ship of Dreams

Coming August 26th

From the author of the internationally bestselling novel, WHEN THE WORLD FELL SILENT, comes a breathtaking tale of secrets, betrayal, and the enduring power of friendship.

Aboard the Titanic, where opulence knows no bounds and the horizon seems limitless, two women fight for the futures they dream of, fraught with secrets that could change everything.

Hannah Martin is clinging to the hope that six days on this grand ship will heal the wounds in her marriage to Charles. Beneath her poised exterior lies a desperation to mend what was shattered and conceal a secret that could upend their lives forever.

Louisa Phillips, spirited and uncompromising, is escaping her family’s insistence on a passionless marriage. But this daring step could also sever the deepest bond in her life.

As the ‘unsinkable’ ship strikes the iceberg, amidst the chaos and icy waters, lives are changed forever. In the face of impending doom, what dreams will Hannah and Lou decide are worth saving, and at what cost?

This evocative historical fiction will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn, this is a poignant tale of love, choice, and survival against the odds.

Praise

“With Ship of Dreams, beloved Canadian author Donna Jones Alward offers a deeply satisfying reimagining of the Titanic story—one that moves beyond the familiar tragedy to uncover new layers of humanity, resilience, and hope. Elegantly written and rich in historical insight, this compelling novel invites readers to see a well-known chapter of history through a strikingly original lens. This is a thoughtful and immersive novel that confirms Alward’s gift for meaningful and character-driven storytelling.”
—Jennifer Robson, international bestselling author of Coronation Year

Ship of Dreams is a sweeping tale of unravelling secrets, romance, and the tragedies that threaten to drown us if not for the lifeline of enduring friendship. For Hannah and Louisa, sailing aboard the maiden voyage of the Titanic offers escape, as well as the opportunity to define their futures on their own terms. As the great ship sails toward its fate, they must navigate deeper storms—where loyalty is tested and truth demands courage.”
—Genevieve Graham, USA Today and Globe & Mail bestselling author of The Forgotten Home Child

“Alward’s inviting prose and keen eye for historical detail spotlights two indefatigable women whose grand life-changing plans aboard an unsinkable ship are tested by the rough waters of friendship, marriage, trust and unspeakable tragedy. With Alward’s hallmark Canadian sensibility and deft pen, Ship of Dreams will compel readers of Jennifer Robson and Hazel Gaynor while delighting old and new fans alike.”
—Rachel McMillan, bestselling author of The Mozart Code and The London Restoration

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