The Titanic

The Titanic is the overall setting of most of the events of this novel. This setting is one of several that are historically accurate. The ship is huge, and the details presented are from Valora's perspective as she moves among the life of a stowaway, the lives of the first-class passengers, and the lives of the third-class passengers. There are a few details that can be considered foreshadowing of the disaster that befalls the Titanic during its maiden voyage, including the lack of lifeboats and several decorations that include angels. The specific settings on board the ship include a closet near the squash courts, Boiler Room 6, and the boat deck.

Southampton

Southampton is the city in England where Valora boards the Titanic. She is here only a short time. Initially, she tries to board with the first-class passengers as she would have done if Mrs. Sloane had...