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A movie star Meredith White lives as a recluse following the death of her son and divorce. She has live in help whom she doesn't know that they have been stealing from her. Her life changes after an earthquake and she invites a few neighbors to stay at her house. They become like family to her. She finds love again and reunites with her granddaughter. Another great book by Danielle Steele

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Great great great book. This is one of best books I have read this year. Just WOW. The story just brings you and don't let go until the end. Read this book in 2 days. Would definitely recommend this book.

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I loved this book! It’s about a women who is shut off to the world and a earthquake happens and she opens up her home to her neighbors. She learns to live again. She connects with a granddaughter that she hasn’t had anything to do with because of her daughter. She leans to live again and to reach out.

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I have read Danielle Steel's books since I was a teenager -- so for about 30 years now. I enjoyed Neighbors.
The book centers around a group of neighbors who come together after an earthquake effects their homes in San Francisco. The neighbors consist of Meredith (a prior famous actress who is pretty much a recluse for years after suffering a tragedy in her life and also she has a couple who live with her who take care of her day to day needs that have pretty much taken over her life); Andrew (a surgeon) and Tyla and their two kids; Arthur ( famous blind pianist and his caregiver helper, Peter); another rich neighbor and his girlfriend. I enjoyed the plot and twists in this book. A special thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for giving me early access to this book in return for my review of this book.

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The last few Danielle Steel books I read seemed so negative and dragged. While this book repeated itself several times, as so many of hers do, I did enjoy the story and looked forward to seeing what would happen. I felt it was one of her better novels. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy.

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Thanks NetGalley, Random house publishing group and the author Danielle Steel for my advance digital copy.

From the time i read the synopsis, i was hooked. A story that has the scope of weaving together multiple storylines at the wake of an adversity is sure to be a treat for readers. But sadly it didn't quite hit the spot for me. This is an out and out women's fiction in every angle and the stories of different women and their hardships is sure to make you sympathize with them. Steele does a fantastic job in dealing with issues like grief, isolation and domestic abuse. The multiple stories all were distinct in their own way and it was more than interesting to see them come together under one roof after the calamity and see their relationship unfold but only some stood out to me than others. Some parts of the story got a bit monotonous and repetitive. The caretakers in the story are a great reminder of how evil , people can get when they see someone vulnerable and to what heights they would go to manipulate their weakness. Though the story involves multiple characters, Meredith was the one that stood out to me. Her growth from being a recluse to opening her home and heart to absolute strangers in an earnest effort to rekindle some kind of familial connection to fill the void of her loss was gratifying. Steele's efforts at bringing the best in humanity is something that will strike a chord with the readers.

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Any time I pick up a Danielle Steel book, it goes without saying that the experience of characters she develops is ultra-satisfying and engaging. This tale is no different. Through this story, we see characters brought together by the kind of bond and relationship that often forms instantly after a shared moment of heightened emotion. In this case, it is a tragedy resulting from the chaos ensued by a natural disaster, an earthquake. The characters and the many dramatic facets of their individual lives experience an unforgettable experience in which I felt lots of emotions as the many twists and acts of love throughout began to draw them together. This is not a story you will soon forget. In fact, the overarching themes of courage and, above all, kindness, are what this world could use a little more of! Well done, as always!

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Such a wonderful read! The many facets of the characters had me so involved. I wanted to help them myself! The unity of these people after a trade by was what this world needs now. Kindness. I live how Meredith got a second Chauncey at happiness and those out to hurt her got what was coming to them! Such an engaging book! Thank you!

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I have always loved Danielle Steel novels. If I am ever seeking a story that just draws me in and lets me leave my every day thoughts behind, she is my go-to! Neighbors is a story of a retired, reclusive famous actress in San Francisco, Meredith Winters, who's only friends for years after her divorce from a cheating husband and the death of a child are her hired help. She a daughter and a granddaughter that she hasn't seen in years.. A devastating earthquake happens and she helps her neighbors by providing them shelter and friendship. In doing so she changes her life. She finds romance, true friendship and the courage to make peace with the tragedies in her life. Loved it! Thanks to Net Galley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

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I loved Danielle Steels latest novel, Neighbors.
This family and friendship drama is well written with wonderful character development. The story follows the lives of the residents of a suburban San Francisco neighborhood- after a devastating earthquake. While some subject matter may be triggering, the story of life after tragedy, new friendships and love new and old is like balm for the soul. A great read. 4 stars

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Neighbors is a book that unites different walks of life as they become friends and family. Life happened and strangers all gather for comfort and solace at Meredith's house, which wasn't affected. They help each other get out of their current situations while realizing what life is truly about. And to think its all because of an earthquake! Thanks to Netgalley for this advance copy. #netgalley #neighbors

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This was kind of a departure from the glamour that usually accompanies a Danielle Steel. It was slow at time, but enjoyable.

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I have read almost all of Danielle Steel’s books over the years and have enjoyed them — some more than others. I particularly enjoyed this book because it dealt with the lives of four different main groups of people and how they interwove with each other. Even dealing with the four different groups it was easy to follow each group. It was funny in some parts, sad in others but it worked out well in the end. I enjoyed reading this book and I will definitely recommend it to others.

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Neighbors is a perfect book to escape from reality for a few hours. I loved the characters and family dynamics that Danielle Steel is a master at playing out in her novels.

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Once again I feel the need to gush over the wonderful characters Danielle Steel creates and even though this book has a deadly earthquake in it which is what brings all these wonderful characters together, by the end of the story it feels like an endearing fairytale!

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As a long time Danielle Steele fan I love how her books update with the times. This book is fantastic and a perfect book for the times. Interesting characters and plenty of twists and of course, a beautiful ending for all.

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Danielle Steele weaves her usual beautiful prose in this delightful story. #Neighbors is one of Ms. Steele's latest books and I found it a bit different than her usual. It had a large number of delightful characters and some surprising twists and turns.. This is the story of a former movie star that after a series of tragedies has retreated to a great stone mansion. Following a natural disaster, her gregarious and outgoing personality returns to life and she meets her neighborhood as they do life together. There are several subplots and many relationships to explore in this book. It is as are all Ms. Steele's books, a pleasure to read. Her characterizations, dialogue, and descriptions make her books fun and great stress relievers. This one is no different. Enjoyed the characters, the plot, and the ending. You will however have to wait until January and a nice fire and a bit of winter to read it. Thanks to #Neighbors#NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this fun book.

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Danielle Steel is best known as a writer of romance novels centered around women who learn to be strong through adversity. This story is a little different....lots of adversity, not as much romance, which is okay as the story is a great one.

A famous actress suffers tragedies that will drive her to pull back from society. She moves from a famous life to a grief stricken divorcee/ mother so quickly that her only means of coping is withdrawal. For so many years, she has lived in the same neighborhood without venturing out, so has no interactions with any of her neighbors. A major earthquake will cause her to offer shelter in her home to 8 people....and their secrets.

Danielle Steel has done an excellent job, again, of pulling readers into the story. I tried many times to warn this retired reclusive actress to ask questions and demand answers. I gasped and cried at many of the events she suffered through and rejoiced when everything came right in the end. That is no spoiler....Ms Steel always makes things right in the end. Another great 5 star read from a well loved author.

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I adored this book! No one can take me to places like Danielle Steel does! This was a lovely story of a woman who hadn't left the security and safety of her home in many years and an unfortunate tragedy finally pulls her out. Love, loss, and new possibilities filled up this story.

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Danielle Steel is the queen of romance novels and while this book did have elements of romance, I feel like it fell more into the "chick-lit" category. Not that this is a bad thing, it was just not the typical Danielle Steel book that I was expecting.

For that reason, I would say that I liked this book but didn't love it. I felt like something was missing.

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