Exactly what you expect from a Danielle Steele Novel. . Lots of descriptive language, happy ending. Very formulaic. Very enjoyable. Neither Andy nor Violet have any expectations when they meet. Both are down on their luck. They find love again together, and in the most unexpected way.

This story is about a man who has it all, CEO of a movie studio in CA, who gets fired and loses himself in misery-thinking the job made the man. He decides to leave the country and wallow in his misery instead, turns out he finds exactly what he needs, makes a new career for himself and just when everything starts falling into place things change again. This book is about finding yourself, being willing to change and being happy with all the changes life can bring. Loved this story and it was such an easy read. Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for this ACR. #SecondAct

I must admit I was not IN love with this book. I did not like the main characters, as it seemed as though he was shallow and only cared about money. As the story line progressed, I found him more likeable. People could somewhat relate to his struggles on a smaller scale. It was an easy quick read in typical Steel fashion

Sometimes you are on the top of the world…..and then you’re not. Andy is a studio CEO with the world at his feet—his every need and whim is fulfilled. And then one day reality steps in, and his world is turned upside down. Andy decides to rent a home in a small coastal town to give him an opportunity to come to grips with his new reality. What he finds there is a second chance—at work, at love. It is so nice to read a heartwarming tale that allows you to invest in the characters and enjoy the progression of the story. This story reminds us of what is important in life. Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to review this book.

Second Act by Danielle Steel is a story about a man loosing his top CEO job in a very competive world and how he goes about getting back on his feet. There is love and romance in the story. If you like Danielle Steel you will like this story.

You might ask yourself what is it about Danielle Steel's writing that you simply can't get enough of and why do I gravitate towards her books whenever I see them listed.
The answer is quite simply: Talent! Raw talent as a writer, author, mother, wife, and every title she holds so dear to her heart.
Second Act is just that-second chances at life. If we should all be so lucky to have a second chance.
Life is full of ups/downs and for some it's a complicated mess that we seek to escape. A book like this helps fulfill that dream of escaping within a book.
In losing everything as have I ...we find what's most important and that answer is LIFE! Life is worth living regardless of the pain, the humiliation, the humility, and the joys. What's most important in life isn't the paycheck, it's not the luxuries, it's not the material assets but it's in building a life that you can be proud of with a lasting legacy that far surpasses your wildest dreams.
These characters are superb with non stop, heart pounding, emotionally wrought feelings that leap off every page.
Andy our main guy is depressed and sulken after losing a job. A job that was impressive and carried heavy weight around as an LA executive of a studio. In the process of fleeing his job for greener pastures he finds himself relocating in London after exiting sunny California for a much needed break. There he uncovers a manuscript and turns it into a film with the author's approval and what a whirl wind of a relationship he conducts with the author.
She's a survivor of DV and as such is protective of her heart and emotions and as such Violet and Andy must then ask is it better to have a job with power or a life you loved without it.
Is less truly more?
Can you have your cake and eat it too and be happy living a much less active lifestyle with simplicity and grace?
Sure as the rising sun Danielle Steel implores this idea to the fullest and examines the rationale and the pain that is hidden deep when a mother loses a child and how that pain can either make you or break you.
It's quite a treat to read and I hope you enjoy this read as much as I have because Second Act is here to stay!
Thank you Danielle Steel, Random House Publishing, Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for this honest review.

Andy Westerfield, the son of Hollywood royalty, has been fired as head of one of LA’s biggest studios. He flees CA and lands in a small town in England. There he hires Violet Smith, who has her own tragic past, to act as his assistant. Together they start to heal old wounds by working together on an independent film. Will this be a second chance for them both or will Andy return to LA to lead a new company? I enjoyed this story but felt the ending was abrupt. I thank NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this ARC. 3.5 stars for me.

Second Act is another great book by Danielle Steel. After Andy gets fired from his highly important job as studio head, he goes into a depression and doesn’t want to face his world. He goes into hiding in England to recover and meets Violet. Violet has also gone through hard times. They end up falling in love and Andy discovers what is truly important in life. The first half was a little redundant, but the story picked up and I couldn’t put it down.

Thank you NetGalley, Random House Publishing Group, and Danielle Steel for the ARC for my review.

As a long time reader of Danielle Steel, her recent books have been very hit or miss with me. This one did start of slow, but was very good. Loved a novel from a guys perspective! Enjoyed Violet, the love interest, greatly. Her story was fascinating, as was Andy's back story. This is a good novel for a day at the beach, a quick read but enjoyable

Andy Westfield has spent his life in the movie industry. His parents were both major stars and he has worked his way up to the top as the head of Global Studio. He has everything until one morning he loses it all. He is escorted out and left wondering what he will do with the rest of his life. Unable to deal with the tabloids and others in the business, he travels across the ocean to a small town on the water to reevaluate and start a new chapter in his life.
In Second Act, Danielle Steel follows the life of the rich and famous. It is difficult to feel too sorry for Andy when he gets a 3-year severance package while his secretary gets a 2-week severance package. I could not even feel bad for him losing his girlfriend because it was obvious from the beginning that she was only there for the prestige of dating him. Violet is easier to connect with on some levels. She too has lost it all including her son. “Second Act” is an easy read. There are not major cliff hangers or twist, but it is a good curl up in a chair and forget the world around you type book.
Thank you NetGalley, Danielle Steel and Ballantine Random House Publishing for ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I've been on a Danielle Steel kick lately and I'm enjoying it. Pretty standard Steel fare here. Two wounded people find each other in a seaside town and fall in love and discover true happiness.

I was excited to read this, the storyline sounded great, but the style just wasn't for me. The only real dramatic question seemed to be Nick getting his job back. And the romance had no tension, it just happened. I think I've gotten used to millennial romances, and now I expect more zing in stories?

Andy thought he fell off a mountain as a god when he was let go by Global but he realized that his life was work and work was his all consuming life. He may have had the money but his life was not rich with love. That is why his dates were merely fun and had an expiration date. When he opted to rent the house in a small beach town along the English coast, his life changed. Even before meeting Violet, Andy started to relish in the simpler things in life like a stroll along the water. Violet gave his the love anyone would desire for and the two of them became a formidable force both personally and professionally. The screenwriting they did together and how they knew each other so well led to the indie film success. Yes, Andy turned down what he thought was his life calling but at what rate? This book reiterated that in new beginnings and opening oneself up, that it can lead to happiness and fulfilment far beyond what could even be imagined. Truly inspiring.

Once I sat down I just could not put this book down. I thoroughly enjoyed it. When his world crumbles and after some self pity. Andy moves and meets Violet. Both are at a crossroads. Can they help each other to achieve their goals and overcome lose ends.

WOW! Just wow. I don't know how Danielle Steel can write perfect page turner novels one after another. She has a gift that flows out in words on paper. The story is how a 57-year-old man on top of the business world smiling big with lots of power. Then the company is sold, and Andy is escorted out of the building. Talk about letting the air out of the balloon, This is how Andy felt. But after crying in his booze for 2 weeks he leaves town. He has tucked his tail and ran. But he is about to open an old part of his life he forgot about and how happy it made him. I loved every page of Act Two. Keepem comin DanielleSteel!!

A lovely story by a dependable author reminding us what’s actually important in life. The answer isn’t new, unique or earth shatteringly revolutionary. Many of us forget (I positively have at times) the things and people that matter most. Money certainly doesn’t equate happiness but, it’s sure nice to have. Andy’s loving parents were well known actors in Los Angeles. He stayed in the industry as the very successful CEO of a large studio for many years. Then it all went poof in an instant. Midlife crisis doesn’t come close to describing the wake-up call this is for Andy. His life of privilege and all the things he’s always taken for granted is about to change.
He is so distraught at losing all the status and perks of his esteemed position and reputation that he flees to England. There at a small beach town village he contemplates what’s next. Mind you, he’s still a wealthy man which lessened my sympathy considerably. He’s always had assistants to do all the menial tasks. A local woman is recommended and he hires her. Violet is much younger than Andy with a tragic secrets. Even though the direction of their relationship didn’t surprise me, it was interesting and took many turns. The movie industry, along with it’s many components, was fascinating to read about.
Overall a heartwarming story about taking new directions, making different choices and getting a do-over. I’d like to thank NetGalley for the digital advance reader copy of “Second Act” by Danielle Steel, published by Delacorte Press. These are all my own honest personal thoughts and opinions given voluntarily without compensation.

★★★ ☐☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.

This one's for fun, a hopeful story for everyone who's been shuffled off the scene or replaced. It's a book that's easy to read whether you're on a plane or waiting for the start of meetings.

Steel has a talent for page-turners that amuse as well as inform. This is not her best but not the worst thing you'll take to the beach either, especially if you like a show-biz tale of second chances.

This is a classic Danielle Steele book. Wealthy head of studio has a life changing experience when he forced from his job. So much of his self worth is related to his job and social position, he decides to go to stay in England for six months. Upon his arrival, he employees a woman with secrets of her own. They both finally let down their guard and learn what is important in life. I was given a copy of this book for review.

Danielle Steel books are formulaic and predictable and I'm (mostly) fine with that. I know what I'm getting going in - a quick and straightforward read with any "twists" being blindingly obvious. While this one is no exception, I found the premise intriguing and it held my attention much more than any other DS novel I've read lately. It would be an easy beach read.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The first thing I do when I start a new Danielle Steel ebook is to search and see how many times she uses the word “important” in the book. I’d it"s more than 30, I generally roll my eyes and pass. “Second Act” has a whopping 50, but since I agreed to review the book, I decided to persevere and read it. Once again, I was pleasantly surprised. I finished 90% of the book in one sitting, but had to wait to finish it until the next day.
Without giving away too much of the story, (even though it was totally predictable),”Second Act” revolves around Andy Westfield, a high powered head of a movie studio who is forced to face issues that impact his self worth, his family, and his future. He ends up in the United Kingdom where he meets Violet, a much younger woman who has been through her own tragedy and together, they find a new life.
This is a typical Danielle Steele novel I. That you pretty much can gather what is going to happen with few, if any, surprises. Yet, it was a very enjoyable way to spend the weekend afternoon. Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this advance copy in return for a fair and honest review.