Palazzo: A Novel by Danielle Steel

In Palazzo, Danielle Steel weaves a captivating story of family, sacrifice, and resilience. After a tragic accident claims the lives of her parents, Cosima Saverio steps up to lead her family's prestigious Italian leather brand and care for her siblings, Allegra and Luca. Cosima juggles the responsibilities of running the business, maintaining their historic palazzo in Venice, and supporting her siblings, all while putting her own needs on hold.

When Cosima meets Olivier Bayard, the founder of a successful handbag company, she finds a rare connection and a much-needed confidant. As the Saverio business thrives under Cosima's leadership, a crisis emerges when Luca's reckless behavior puts the family's financial stability at risk. Cosima is faced with an impossible choice: sell a portion of the family business, list the palazzo, or leave Luca to face the consequences of his actions.

Steel expertly portrays Cosima's internal struggles and the weight of her responsibilities, creating a compelling narrative that explores themes of family legacy, sacrifice, and the quest for self-fulfillment. Palazzo is a poignant reminder of the enduring strength of family bonds and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.