A review by micasreads
The Next Ship Home: A Novel of Ellis Island by Heather Webb

4.0

 

Author: Heather Webb 

Started: August 31, 2024 

Finished: September 1, 2024 

Format: Print 

Genre: Historical Fiction 

 

In 1902, Francesca arrives at Ellis Island with her sister, while elsewhere on the island, Alma starts her first day at work on the island. The women's lives become intricately intertwined when Alma goes out of her way to ensure Francesca gets into America after the death of her sister. 

 

I am slowly dipping my toes back into historical fiction after burning out on it. This was a well-told story that explains a dark part of history that not many know of. Francesca and Alma were great characters who embodied the strength women needed back then. Their friendship in this story is heartwarming and should be an integral part of any story.