I am a huge Danielle Steel fan and this book once again proves why! I wasn't sure which way she was going to go with this story line but being able to follow more than one character through their adventure at the Ball at Versailles was an added bonus for me. I devoured this book in no time because it was so good!

This story follows four young ladies and their families as they have been invited to the Ball at Versailles. It is an honor just to be invited to this ball and these four ladies have no idea what they are in for. The first part of the book tells the backstory of the four girls lives and what they hope to achieve in their careers. Then when the girls go to the ball, the fun begins and the story unfolds beautifully as we get to know what happens after the ball!

Amelia Alexander lives with her widowed mom and has high hopes of attending law school one day. Amelia's mom has worked hard and will do whatever it takes for her to have money for the Ball at Versailles. Felicity Smith lives with her sister, mom and dad in Dallas. Her sister always talks about her weight and never has a nice word to say to Felicity, making going home a nightmare for her. Felicity is just hoping to be able to meet someone that can save her from her sister's harsh treatment all the time. Caroline Taylor has famous movie star parents that she is in the shadow of. Caroline has fallen in love with one of her dad's actors and right before the ball, he breaks her heart and she is in a terrible slump when she gets to the ball. There is also a surprise that she had no idea about that throws some added drama in the fire. Then there is Samantha Walker who lives with her over-protective father. Sam lost her mom and 3 year old brother to an accident that she was lucky enough to survive. The accident has left Sam with some issues that she deals with admirably but going to the ball may present some challenges for her. Sam is determined to make her dad proud though.

The trip that these four girls get to go on with their parents is fun to follow along with in the story. All the characters were very likable, except one or two, and I felt like I could relate to most of them even though this was in 1959. Danielle Steel has written an outstanding story once again in her true to self fashion. I just love all her books and look forward to each new one that she puts out. I know you will enjoy this read as well, so sit back and enjoy the Ball of Versailles!

I voluntarily read and reviewed this book and all opinions are my own. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for an advanced copy of this book. I highly recommend it!

When the ball is over, is when the story strikes a chord. Before the Versailles ball, readers only learn about the characters' lives. While important to understand their backstory, the friendships that form is what takes the book from a 3 to reaching 4-starred status.

At times it felt frivolous and I couldn't formulate a connection to some of the characters. There were some more likable debs than others but I've always preferred to root for the underdog. My travel addiction besides being a previous reader of Steel's work drew me to the novel.

Armchair traveling especially in recent years has been the escape needed during lockdown. I've toured Versailles and within the gilded gates, I could remember a time when the world was open and people congregated together. Now that travel is on the horizon. Steel's latest story made me yearn for my next trip abroad.

Thank you to #NetGalley and the publisher for the early edition of #TheBallatVersailles in exchange for an honest review. The second section is stronger than the first as readers commence caring about the characters. Even protagonists that seemed shallow had their redeeming qualities. Steel fans will find the story a light read with a few heightened sections adding to the storyline.

What a magical ball! An old fashioned tradition brought together life long friendships and love interests. The journey I took with each character was so enchanting that I felt every emotion. This author has always been a favorite of mine. This book was just as classic as the rest.

Loved reading the engaging and captivating story by the best selling author, Danielle Steel. When Felicity, Caroline, Samantha, and Amelia go to the Ball at Versailles, they all have an unforgettable night. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written, and riveting story of four young American debutantes attending a cotillion at the Palace of Versailles.

The Ball at Versailles was such a joy to read and difficult to stop reading. Danielle Steel portrayed the characters different in this book. Usually you find all the characters to be beyond beautiful, flawless bodies and come from wealthy families but this time she put a twist on some of the characters. I loved Felicity and could definitely relate to her story. Felicity didn’t have the ideal body or wasn’t popular like her sisters perfection but sometimes the beauty comes from within so it was nice to read about that scenario.
Glad to read about Felicity happiness because everybody deserves to be happy regardless of what is the outside. Despite of the all different personalities of the 4 main characters it truly put a smile on my face in the end. It was like a sense of pleasure. Thanks Danielle for another amazing book!

An enthusiastic 4.5 stars! I love most Danielle Steel books as the writing is descriptive and engaging. I very much loved this book as it followed four debutantes through everyday, albeit a bit wealthy, lives. The coming together of different backgrounds made this story fun and a book that was hard to put down as I wanted to know how things worked out. The ending, as most of her books go, was happy and put a smile on my face. All the characters experienced challenges - realistic unfortunately in life. I especially was rooting for Felicity as she endured so much verbal abuse and she rose above it and thrived. Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to review this book. All comments are mine.

Danielle Steel never lets me down, I have been a major fan and loyal reader for decades and each story I read only cements my loyalty. These four young women come together during an iconic historic period. Though each come from unique familial situations, they come together for a common purpose. Enjoyable look at a simpler period of time where decency and respect were the norm. LOVED IT!
Thank you Danielle Steel, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine and NetGalley for allowing me an advance copy for my honest feedback.

Danielle Steel has done another outstanding job again. When you start this book you won't be able to put it down, as you just want to keep reading and reading to find out what will happen next.

Loved this! Danielle Steel does it again! So many relationships here...each of the four family's had their own dynamic, the struggles that each girl individually was dealing with, and then the four of them together once they met up. All of this was detailed amongst the whole happening of the ball and the history behind that. It was so interesting to learn a little about a time and action that no longer exists, in the same way with the same meaning behind it, that it does today. Very interesting.

Danielle Steel releases 7 books a year.. not all of them good.. this one however is a delight.

"The Ball at Versailles" by Danielle Steel is a captivating novel set in the 1950s, following the lives of four debutantes as they navigate the challenges of society. Each young woman faces her own personal struggles, which are explored in depth before they are invited to attend a prestigious ball at Versailles Palace in Paris. The story also delves into the complexities of their families, who have their own issues to confront. Amelia's mother, for instance, is determined to fulfill both her own and her daughter's dreams despite facing financial difficulties. Felicity, on the other hand, grapples with self-esteem issues due to her weight and living in the shadow of her more attractive sister. Samantha, who survived a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of her mother and brother, now copes with physical limitations and an overprotective father. Lastly, Caroline, raised in the glamorous world of Hollywood, must navigate her own identity as the daughter of successful actors. As the four women come together in Paris, their stories intertwine in a delightful and engaging manner. "The Ball at Versailles" is a worthwhile read, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and the personal journeys of its compelling characters.

I love the differences between all the characters and that it all ended on a happy note. Great book! I will happily recommend this book to everyone!!

I find Danielle Steel books to be quick, easy reads. They create a great diversion during stressful times. The Ball at Versailles is based on an actual debutante affair in the summer of 1958. Young women from Europe and the United States were invited. Steel follows four fictional characters from around the US in the months before the ball, at the ball, and after. I enjoyed the historical aspects of what life was like for rich women in the 1950s. I also liked most of the characters and some of their stories. The author touched on a few sensitive subjects in an appropriate way. Like many of her books, this one did not have major plot lines and the ending was quite neatly tied in a bow. I didn’t think that such emphasis on early marriage especially resonated today but perhaps sixty years ago it was the norm. I thank Pan Macmillan and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC. 3.5 stars for me.

Thank you so much to NetGalley, the publisher and author, Danielle Steel, for granting me an advance copy of this book in return for my honest opinions.

Loved this book better thann any Danielle Steel book I have read in the past several years!

The setting, the characters, the plot, the romance, everything was just amazing!

The descriptions were beautiful. I felt like I was a part of the story! I read this in one sitting and did not finish until 2:30 in the morning! Just superb.

Highly recommend!!

Five plus stars!!!!!

A very quick and easy read. Four college students meet at a dance in Paris and they become life long friends. I highly recommend this book. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

Thank you NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for the arc of this book.

I have to admit this is the very first time I've read a Danielle Steel book (and I'm old). The title and synopsis of the story was what intrigued me and I wasn't disappointed. The story takes place in 1959 (my year of birth) and four young American debutantes receive an invitation of a lifetime - the first debutante ball of French and American girls. The book provides the details of their lives prior to the event, during the event and a year afterwards. I loved reading about the glitz, glamour and all the goes with Paris in the late 50's. I enjoyed seeing how each of the girls lives played out. The only critique I have is that after the ball the book focuses more on Sam(antha) and Amelia and less on Felicity and Caroline. All and all a very enjoyable summer read. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

4 young ladies begrudgingly agree to come out in their second debutante ball, but this one has a special twist: it is being held at the Palace of Versailles. As was the case in the 1950s, each girl is promised a bright future, and they do get their happy endings, but not as expected. This was a nice novel, and a typical Danielle Steele. One correction to note: I came out in the infirmary ball in NYC, and there were never military escorts. They were only at the international ball. A small detail that I’m sure no one else would notice.

I was overjoyed to be given an ARC by NetGalley! I've been a longtime fan of hers so you can imagine my excitement to receive this book. This story is historical fiction that takes us into the glitz and glamour of the balls and debutantes of the late 1950s. Danielle Steel has such a way of describing the ultimate fairy tale and making the reader feel like the pages have come alive. I enjoyed the diversity of the American families and the distinct personalities and interests of the four young women who became good friends. I would highly recommend this book, you will not be disappointed!

**Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.**

This book started a little slow for me but it was setting up all the characters, Danielle Steel blended everything together so wonderfully.

Each family’s relationships were explained really well even though some of them were not the greatest.

A debutant ball in Versailles was the setting for everything that eventually changed a lot of lives , made lasting friendships and alot of romance.

I loved how she tied everything together, this was one of those easy feel good stories that just doesn’t last long enough.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for this ARC. #TheBallatVersailles

5 stars out of 5!

Wow, this was such an amazing book and probably one off my favorites I have read this entire year. All the characters were written so well which drew me into the book from the beginning. It was a very quick read and I could not put the book down.

The Ball at Versailles is about 4 girls that are coming out in France at the Ball at Versailles. 40 American girls have been invited to attend with their families along with a select group of French girls. All the girls lives will change immensely by the end of the book, all thanks to their trip to France.

Danielle Steel did an amazing job with this book. She brought us back to 1959 and we got to see how one day changed their lives forever. The girls were all around the same age but had come from different backgrounds which really made the story. I really did not want the book to end and was left wanting more and sad the book was over.

I would highly recommend this book, you will not be disappointed!

A big thank you to Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. One of the best books I have read yet!

This story follows four girls and they’re coming out. It was a quick read on NetGalley and it was refreshing since I haven’t read a book in a while that followed the journey of so many characters simultaneously, thought that was also harder since you didn’t get to dive in and relate to each one as much as I’d of liked. It’s also a book I haven’t read a book set post WWII in a while and that was also a nice treat.

This was my first Danielle Steel read, too!