Without a Trace
A Novel
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4.1 • 861 Ratings
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- $4.99
Publisher Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From Danielle Steel, a powerful story about fighting for a chance at happiness—whatever the cost.
Charles Vincent seems to have it all—a beautiful wife, two successful children, and a well-paying career. Yet happiness remains out of reach. He is trapped in a loveless marriage and his job is simply a paycheck. But his life changes forever one night as he drives along the Normandy coast, heading to their lavish château for the weekend. In one terrifying moment, Charles falls asleep at the wheel and veers off the road, plunging thirty feet down the face of a rocky cliff.
Miraculously, Charles survives. After gathering the courage to climb to safety, he starts to walk—bruised, bloody, and desperate for help. In the dark of night, he happens upon a cabin where he meets the kind and beautiful Aude Saint-Martin. They have an instant connection, and as she nurses him back to health, Charles begins to discover the passion he’s been missing for so many years.
In the aftermath of the crash, Charles has a startling realization: He doesn’t have to go back. He could simply choose to disappear, to walk away from his old life. When his car is discovered, he’ll be presumed dead, washed away at sea. If he stays with Aude, he has a chance at a fuller, happier life that he didn’t know was possible. It all seems too good to resist. But Aude has secrets of her own, and before long their pasts catch up to them, threatening everything they have fought to build.
What would happen if you were given a chance to walk away from everything in your life and start over with a blank slate, and you had a split second to decide? In Without a Trace, Danielle Steel tells an irresistible story of the risks two people are willing to take in exchange for a chance at the life they’ve always wanted.
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
A disaster provides two people with the chance to start over in Danielle Steel’s captivating romantic drama. Dissatisfied executive Charles Vincent nearly dies when his car careens over a cliff on the French coast. He ends up finding refuge with the kind Aude Saint-Martin, who tends to his wounds and sparks the passion that’s long been missing from his life. But now that he’s presumed dead, he must decide what he wants the rest of his life to look like. Steel truly makes us feel just how unhappy Charles is with his career and marriage while drawing a compelling portrait of abuse survivor Aude, filling us with hope that the two will find their happy ending together. Without a Trace makes a case for the healing powers of love—and it’s a very convincing argument.
Customer Reviews
Another winner by Danielle Steel!!
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Normandy Coast, the French Countryside and even the Gorgeous City of Paris itself, this gripping tale follows Charles Vincent, whose life takes an unexpected turn following a car accident. The incident not only alters his path but also deeply impacts the lives of those around him.
As Charles navigates his recovery, he encounters the enigmatic Aude; is she merely a guardian angel, or does she harbor her own motives? Through their evolving relationship, the narrative explores profound themes of love, sacrifice, and the ripple effects of one fateful moment.
What does this journey mean for Charles's loved ones, and how will it redefine their connections? Each character's dilemma unfolds with emotional depth, inviting readers to ponder whether the twists of fate are ultimately for the better. This compelling story weaves together questions of destiny, healing, and the intricate bonds of human relationships.
Thanks for writing another amazing and compelling story, Danielle!!
Without a Trace
I liked how honest he was and strong and got rid of the witch of a wife
Superb!
What a wonderful story of learning what really matters in life…LOVE❤️❤️❤️