The Last Lifeboat
The Last Lifeboat
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Atlantic Ocean • 1940s
2023
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Last Lifeboat by Hazel Gaynor, individuals struggle to survive after a British passenger ship is torpedoed during World War II. Amid the Atlantic Ocean's vastness, people face dire circumstances and forge unexpected connections. The story explores themes of resilience, hope, and humanity in the aftermath of disaster.
Challenging
Mysterious
Emotional
Inspirational
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Last Lifeboat by Hazel Gaynor is largely praised for its engaging narrative and strong character development. Readers appreciate the historical context and emotional depth, though some find the pacing uneven. Overall, Gaynor's compelling storytelling and vivid setting capture the resilience of the human spirit during wartime.
Who Should Read The Last Lifeboat?
A reader who enjoys The Last Lifeboat by Hazel Gaynor would likely appreciate historical fiction, particularly set during WWII. Fans of Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale or Anthony Doerr’s All the Light We Cannot See would be drawn to its focus on human resilience and emotional depth amid wartime adversity.
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Novel • Fiction
Atlantic Ocean • 1940s
2023
Adult
18+ years
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