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Danielle Steel sweeps us from a Manhattan courtroom to the Deep South in her powerful new novelat once a behindcloseddoors look into the heart of a family and a tale of crime and punishment.Eleven years have passed since Alexa Hamilton left the South behind, fleeing the pain of her exhusbands betrayal and the cruelty of his prominent Charleston family. Now an assistant D.A. in Manhattan, Alexa has finally put her demons to rest, making a name for herself as a top prosecutor, handling the citys toughest cases while juggling her role as devoted single mom to a teenage daughter.But everything changes when Alexa is handed her latest case: the trial of accused serial killer Luke Quentin. Sifting through mountains of forensic evidence, Alexa prepares for a highstakes trialuntil threatening letters throw her private life into turmoil. The letters are addressed to her beautiful seventeenyearold daughter, Savannah, whom Alexa has been raising alone since her divorce. Alexa is certain that Quentin is behind the lettersand that they are too dangerous to ignore. Suddenly she must make the toughest choice of alland send her daughter back to the very place she swore she would never return to: the place where her marriage ended in heartbreakher exhusbands world of southern tradition, memories of betrayal, and the antebellum charm of Charleston.Now, while Alexas trial builds to a climax in New York, her daughter is settling into southern life, discovering a part of her family history and a father she barely knowsfrom the icecold stepmother who stole him away to a fascinating ancestry and a halfsister and halfbrothers she comes to love. As secrets are exposed and old wounds are healed, Alexa and Savannah, after a season in different worlds, will come together againstrengthened by the challenges they have faced, changed by the mysteries they have unraveled, and with Savannah now at home in the southern world her mother fled.In this masterfully told tale, Danielle Steel creates a stunning array of contrasts: from the gritty chaos of Manhattan s criminal court system to the seductive gentility of the South, from the rage of a hardened criminal to the tender bond between a mother and daughterand a loving father who has welcomed Savannah home at last. A novel that will catch you off guard at every turn, Southern Lights is Danielle Steel at her electrifying best.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Southern Lights: A Novel'? A: The main theme of 'Southern Lights' revolves around family dynamics, betrayal, and the challenges of returning to one's roots. It explores the contrasts between life in Manhattan and the South, focusing on the mother-daughter relationship and the impact of past traumas.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Southern Lights'? A: 'Southern Lights' is authored by Danielle Steel, a well-known writer recognized for her compelling storytelling and rich character development.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Southern Lights'? A: 'Southern Lights' was published on October 20, 2009.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Southern Lights: A Novel'? A: 'Southern Lights' falls under the genre of Family Saga, featuring elements of drama and suspense.
- Q: How many pages does 'Southern Lights' have? A: 'Southern Lights' contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What format is 'Southern Lights' available in? A: 'Southern Lights' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: What are some key features of 'Southern Lights'? A: Key features of 'Southern Lights' include its rich narrative, complex characters, and a gripping plot that intertwines themes of crime and family loyalty.
- Q: Is 'Southern Lights' suitable for young adult readers? A: While 'Southern Lights' contains themes that may resonate with young adults, it is primarily targeted towards adult readers due to its mature content and complex emotional themes.
- Q: What is the ISBN of 'Southern Lights'? A: The ISBN for 'Southern Lights' is 9780385340281.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of 'Southern Lights'? A: 'Southern Lights' follows Alexa Hamilton, a Manhattan assistant D.A. who must confront her past and return to the Deep South when her daughter's safety is threatened. The novel explores themes of family, betrayal, and the quest for justice.