The Cuban Heiress

<b>In 1934, a luxury cruise becomes a fight for survival as two women’s pasts collide on a round-trip voyage from New York to Havana in <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Chanel Cleeton's page-turning new novel inspired by the true story of the SS<i> Morro Castle</i>.</b><br><br> New York heiress Catherine Dohan seemingly has it all. There’s only one problem. It’s a lie. As soon as the<i> Morro Castle </i>leaves port, Catherine’s past returns with a vengeance and threatens her life. Joining forces with a charismatic jewel thief, Catherine must discover who wants her dead—and why.<br><br> Elena Palacio is a dead woman. Or so everyone thinks. After a devastating betrayal left her penniless and on the run, Elena’s journey on the <i>Morro Castle </i>is her last hope. Steeped in secrecy and a burning desire for revenge, her return to Havana is a chance to right the wrong that has been done to her—and her prey is on the ship.<br><br> As danger swirls aboard the <i>Morro Castle </i>and their fates intertwine, Elena and Catherine must risk everything to see justice served once and for all. <b><b>An NPR Books We Love selection for 2023</b><br><br>"An unforgettable read that should be at the top of every TBR list."—NPR<br><br>In 1934, a luxury cruise becomes a fight for survival as two women’s pasts collide on a round-trip voyage from New York to Havana in <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Chanel Cleeton's page-turning new novel inspired by the true story of the SS<i> Morro Castle</i>.</b><br><br> New York heiress Catherine Dohan seemingly has it all. There’s only one problem. It’s a lie. As soon as the<i> Morro Castle </i>leaves port, Catherine’s past returns with a vengeance and threatens her life. Joining forces with a charismatic jewel thief, Catherine must discover who wants her dead—and why.<br><br> Elena Palacio is a dead woman. Or so everyone thinks. After a devastating betrayal left her penniless and on the run, Elena’s journey on the <i>Morro Castle </i>is her last hope. Steeped in secrecy and a burning desire for revenge, her return to Havana is a chance to right the wrong that has been done to her—and her prey is on the ship.<br><br> As danger swirls aboard the <i>Morro Castle </i>and their fates intertwine, Elena and Catherine must risk everything to see justice served once and for all.