Felicia's Favourites: An emotional story of family secrets and one mother's extraordinary legacy

by Danielle Steel

Felicia’s Favourites is a powerful story of family secrets – and one mother’s extraordinary legacy – from billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel.

Felicia Weston leaves her five daughters more than just cherished memories as it is revealed that she led a double life, having kept her celebrated pen name and extraordinary career as a famous bestselling novelist a long-held secret.

Devastated by the loss of their mother and wishing they’d known her better, the girls learn that her legacy included a substantial inheritance and a picturesque Connecticut a sanctuary where Felicia wrote most of her novels and enjoyed a loving relationship of which her daughters had no knowledge.

Each of the sisters is confronting a personal crossroads. From mending the scars of a disastrous marriage and navigating life-altering injuries, to untangling forbidden loves and facing the harsh light of truth on infidelity, each journey is as unique as the women themselves.

Bound by blood and complexity, can the precious sanctuary their mother left behind be the catalyst for individual renewal and family unity? Or will it simply unravel the threads that bind them?

The pain of loss brings blessings of its own. And love, betrayal, secrets, and the enduring legacy of one remarkable mother can transform lives forever.

308 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 26, 2026

About the author

Danielle Steel has been hailed as one of the world's bestselling authors, with almost a billion copies of her novels sold. Her many international bestsellers include All That Glitters, Royal, Daddy's Girls, The Wedding Dress, The Numbers Game, Moral Compass, Spy, and other highly acclaimed novels. She is also the author of His Bright Light, the story of her son Nick Traina's life and death; A Gift of Hope, a memoir of her work with the homeless; Expect a Miracle, a book of her favorite quotations for inspiration and comfort; Pure Joy, about the dogs she and her family have loved; and the children's books Pretty Minnie in Paris and Pretty Minnie in Hollywood.

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Reviews

[Linda Jane Mienie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read this book gives you hope

Absolutely magnificent reading One of her best books Fantastic story of how life can change in a second and gives us hope

[pam newton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Felicia’s favourites

I couldn’t put it down. I have read lots of Danielle Steels novels. In my opinion this is her best.

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book

[Maria Butterfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

just brilliant

One of her best . Don't delay a must read for all of you Danielle Steel readers. I could not put it down read it in one sitting just beautiful.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story is very good with strong and interesting characters.
I really enjoyed this book.

[Bianca Braithwaite · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pleasantly surprised! At long last a decent read by Steel. The story line was more original. The characters were well rounded out. Still some repetition but overall I enjoyed it.