I rate this book an 'ok' read because I couldn't really get into the story as much as I wanted to. In fact, I didn't finish it. The author's style of writing didn't appeal to me. Others have really liked it, but I found it too one-dimensional. Not a lot of depth to the story or characters. If it weren't for the dramatic setting - the sinking titanic - I don't think it would be memorable.

OMG I LOVE THIS BOOK AND I LOVE HOW CLAUDIA GRAY ALWAYS USES VAMPIRES OR WEREWOLVES.If u liked this book and u haven't read the evernight series u should sooo read the evernight series.

Claudia Gray has done a wonderful job with this book. Alex and Tess live out a wild and haunting journey on the Titanic. Really liked the book and wish Claudia would write a sequel. Werewolves and romance, but with a different twist.

I ABSOLUTELY LOOOOOOVVVVVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD THIS BOOK!!! at first i was iffy about it because of the history of the Titanic, but i instantly fell in love with Alec && Tess. hoping for both of them to get past everything!! i loved it and would re read it again and again!!! big thumbs up to Claudia Gray

AMAZING!!claudia gray is an amazing author and this book was......AMAZING!!

love it! this story plot was totally UNEXPECTED!!! and the setting makes the story even better!

This book is not just a werewolf story, but a werewolf story on the Titanic. I still can't decide whether that's doubly cliche or absolutely brilliant. Besides that, I found that it was neither terrible nor wonderful, although it is rather descriptive, and sounds like it follows the culture of the time. All in all, not exceptional, but a good read all the same.

That's right, it's a novel about werewolves on the Titanic. If you're shaking your head in horror at the things that publishers will put in print, move right along. If you're mildly intrigued and want to know how on earth someone could possibly make this plot work, give it a try. Gray manages to balance supernatural romance with a real historical background fairly deftly. Is it ever truly believable? Not really, but it's fun to read anyway. While some of the dialogue between Tess and Alec can be a little too earnest and the mythology of the werewolves is never fully explained allowing for some plot points to be resolved a little too easily for the discerning reader, it's an enjoyable read nonetheless. Tess is a very strong character and there are hints of Upstairs, Downstairs type drama that makes the novel even more enjoyable. However, be warned that this is much more of a werewolf novel that just happens to be set on the Titanic. The ill-fated ocean liner serves more as a background and impetus for action in the plot, rather than being a focal point of the novel. Not for everyone, but a decent romp if it strikes your fancy.

Fateful is a fantastically written historical romance with a unique and original twist on the paranormal side. I just loved this book, and I hope that there is a second, third, maybe more. I see a great series potential here.

It's the Titanic! With Werewolves! For something that could have been AWFUL I found it entertaining, romantic and thrilling at times. Looks like it is going to be a series too.