Surviving Savannah by Patti Callahan Henry receives high praise for its rich historical detail and dual timeline narrative. Readers appreciate the compelling characters and emotional depth. However, some criticize the pacing and predictability of the plot. Overall, it's widely regarded as an engaging and informative read.

Readers who relish historical fiction with strong female leads and dual timelines will enjoy Surviving Savannah. Fans of Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale and Kate Quinn’s The Alice Network will find a similar blend of historical depth and emotional storytelling. This novel is perfect for those intrigued by hidden histories and personal resilience.

Surviving Savannah by Patti Callahan Henry intertwines the lives of Everly Winthrop, a modern art historian, and Lilly Forsyth and Augusta Longstreet, two women who boarded the steamship Pulaski in 1838. As Everly curates an exhibit on the recently discovered shipwreck, she uncovers the harrowing experiences and choices faced by the 19th-century characters, mirroring her own journey through loss and healing. Surviving Savannah contains descriptions of domestic violence, sexual assault, slavery, racism, murder, and the death of a small child.

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