It’s been 25 years in the researching and two years in the writing. “Do we really need more books on the Titanic? Hugh Brewster answers this question with a resounding “yes”… Brewster’s writing is always engaging, always clear and a pleasure to read…one of the most interesting and important Titanic books to come out in recent years.” – Inviting History Book Reviews The author vividly renders the collision, the sinking, the chilling wail of unseen swimmers calling from the cold water and the shipwreck’s aftermath….a welcome, interesting addition to Titanic-related literature.” –Kirkus Reviews “n impressive amount of information, often directly pulling from firsthand accounts. Hugh Brewster clears that bar with ease and shows again why the story never gets old.”- Newark Star Ledger “Walter Lord’s A Night to Remember and James Cameron’s award-winning movie set the Titanic bar high. Highly recommended to anyone interested in the social history of the early 20th century.” – Library Journal (starred review)
“This is one of those rare books on the subject that provides information both new and relevant, in a scholarly but readable way. I’m both relieved and delighted that the first reviews for ‘ Gilded Lives, Fatal Voyage’ have been so positive. Highly recommended to anyone interested in the social history of the early 20th century.” ‘This is one of those rare books on the subject that provides information both new and relevant, in a scholarly but readable way. “ brilliant account of the first-class passengers who went down with the ship, giving us a glimpse into a Gilded Age about to disappear forever….Brewster’s method is simple and highly entertaining.” No fiction author could ever concoct a tale of greater tragedy, irony, pathos, ‘what ifs’ and ‘if onlys,’ heroism, cowardice, wealth and poverty.”
“You needn’t be an avid Titanic scholar or enthusiast to find this story spellbinding. ” The greatest ship-borne collection of celebrities of its time… classy, delicious, wonderfully readable” “will bring a tear to your eyes.” – Daily Beast, Hot Reads This was perhaps the jewel in the crown of all the reviews but here are some other great endorsements: He pushes past stereotypes to vividly describe the elite realm on deck.”
“Brewster’s nuanced account introduces us to a plutocracy frolicking in the sunset of England’s Edwardian era and America’s Gilded Age. (The other was Andrew Wilson’s excellent ‘ Shadows of the Titanic.) Of Gilded Lives, reviewer Holly Morris said: ” So it was a real thrill that ‘Gilded Lives, Fatal Voyage‘ was one of only two new Titanic books they selected for a full-page review on April 15, 2012. Having a book of mine reviewed in the New York Times Book Reviewhas been a secret fantasy for years.
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