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Mary Cooke, an 18‑year‑old from London, is hired as a personal maid for Amanda Whitwell, a willful and arrogant young woman in 1911 England. The arrival of a maid who is an exact double of her employer creates a tense—yet surprisingly humorous—dynamic. As the two navigate the rigid social expectations of the era, their mistaken identity causes confusion, humor, and ultimately a life‑changing experience. Together they board the ill‑fated Titanic, taking part in its doomed voyage and experiencing firsthand the monumental tragedy that would alter their futures. The novel blends social critique, adventurous spirit, and the brutal reality of a historic disaster.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Richard Peck
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