Second Act: A Novel

Second Act by Danielle Steel is a heartfelt novel about reinvention, second chances, and finding new purpose after loss.

After losing his job as the head of a major Hollywood studio, Andy Westfield retreats to a quiet coastal town in England to rebuild his life. There, he meets Violet Smith, a former journalist struggling to find her own direction. When Andy discovers her unfinished novel, he’s inspired by its story and sees its potential as a film—sparking a collaboration that could change both their lives.

A moving tale of resilience and unexpected opportunity, Second Act reminds us that even when life’s script falls apart, a new story can always begin.