The Dressmaker is a historical fiction novel written by Kate Alcott, and was released in 2012. The story takes place in 1912, the year of the tragic sinking of the Titanic. A young woman, Tess Collins, experiences the Titanic sinking and survives to tell her story afterwards. The aftermath for some of the survivors wasn't as glamorous as one might expect. Questions started floating around..."Why did so many wealthy passengers survive? Why were some of the lifeboats only partially full? Why didn't they go back to pick up people from the icy waters? Tess must choose what story to believe, while trying to start a new life in America as a dressmaker and juggling her love life. Follow Tess on her exciting journey and find out how she makes it. This is a great read for those who enjoy history, feminism, love stories, and page turning drama!
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