Review: Palazzo by Danielle Steel
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In another stellar example of the magic that comes from the pens (or pencils) of certain authors, Palazzo by Danielle Steel is one of the latest books released by her in 2023, and one you probably don’t want to miss.
I just finished this gem, and as usual, it didn’t take me long to get through it. I personally wish Danielle Steel’s books could go on forever.
My review of Palazzo will give you a short synopsis of the book along with my 3 Rs of book reviews. Should you read, reread, or reconsider reading Palazzo by Danielle Steel?
Contents
Summary of Palazzo by Danielle Steel
Tragedy thrusts twenty-three-year-old Cosima Saverio into the daunting role of leading her family’s prestigious Italian leather brand after the untimely demise of her parents.
Amid the complexities of managing the company, Cosima also shoulders the responsibility of preserving their ancestral four-hundred-year-old palazzo in Venice, all while caring for her siblings: Allegra, scarred both physically and emotionally from the accident, and Luca, a charismatic soul drawn to wild parties, beautiful women, and high-stakes gambling.
She has wedded herself to the business, devoting her precious free time to those who depend on her unwavering support.
However, everything changes when she meets Olivier Bayard, the visionary behind France’s thriving ready-to-wear handbag empire. What begins as a brief conversation on her palazzo’s terrace evolves into a journey through the heart of the Saverio workshop, ultimately forging a deep bond between them, fifteen years after her parents’ tragic demise.
With the business now financially stable and generating ample income for the Saverio family’s comfortable existence, unforeseen trouble emerges when Luca incurs an exorbitant gambling debt that imperils his life.
Forced to intervene, Cosima faces an impossible ultimatum: sell a third of the family business, list the cherished palazzo, or abandon Luca to his own devices. Yet, as everything she has tirelessly fought for hangs in the balance, she is determined to find a way to salvage it all from the brink of destruction.
In “Palazzo,” Danielle Steel masterfully weaves a tale of deep-rooted family ties, collapse, and rejuvenation, capturing the essence of resilience and the unyielding pursuit of a brighter future.
Review of Palazzo by Danielle Steel
I keep thinking that eventually, I’m going to find a book written by Danielle Steel that I don’t like. Nope, hasn’t happened yet.
Here are my thoughts about the book.
Palazzo by Danielle Steel – What I Liked
Palazzo was a heartwarming gem of a novel that left me feeling joyful.
I liked all the characters immensely. I didn’t even mind the few that were “bad boys”.
This book had me imagining that I was living my life in Italy, and France, and running some very successful businesses that produced very chic handbags and other items.
It was so easy to fall into this story and feel like someone had dropped me off in the middle of Italy or France.
There was a bit of everything here. Love, family ties, tradition, strong female characters that experienced family tragedy and had to make difficult choices about their lives and businesses, tragedy, romance, and joyful weddings.
A perfect combination of different elements that ultimately brought tears to my eyes at the outcome of the story.
Palazzo by Danielle Steel – What I Disliked
There was absolutely nothing that I disliked about the book, other than I would have loved for it to be longer.
But it’s interesting that there were things I disliked when I reread the very first book ever written by Danielle Steel.
Palazzo by Danielle Steel – Read, Reread, or Reconsider?
And now for my 3 Rs of book reviews – should you read, reread, or reconsider reading Palazzo by Danielle Steel?
Read!
This book is definitely a Read for me, and most likely it will probably become a Reread at some point!
This story was wonderful, from the first to the last page.
FAQs About Palazzo by Danielle Steel
What is Danielle Steel’s book Palazzo about?
Tragedy thrusts twenty-three-year-old Cosima Saverio into the daunting role of leading her family’s prestigious Italian leather brand after the untimely demise of her parents.
Despite her youth, Cosima displays remarkable wisdom as she confronts personal and professional obstacles, yet her selfless dedication comes at a price—her own needs perpetually take a backseat.
However, everything changes when she meets Olivier Bayard, the visionary behind France’s thriving ready-to-wear handbag empire.
Have any of Danielle Steel’s books been turned into movies?
25 of her novels have been adapted into films.
What’s the meaning of Palazzo?
Palazzo is an Italian word meaning a palatial building, especially in Italy.
Review of Palazzo by Danielle Steel – Conclusion
If you have enjoyed any other Danielle Steel books and like her style of writing, you’ll love Palazzo and won’t want to miss this one. I don’t know about you, but I always find it interesting to learn something about the writing style and habits of authors I like. So I gobble up articles that tell me stuff like that!
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