The Portrait

The Portrait
by Danielle Steel (Paperback – 23 October 2025)

From the billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel comes The Portrait — a moving and emotionally charged story about love, loss, and the courage it takes to open one’s heart again.

Devon Darcy, a renowned portrait artist celebrated for capturing the souls of her subjects, hides behind her art to mask the pain of her past — first as an orphan, then as a widow far too young. Entrepreneur Charles Mackenzie Taylor, trapped in a loveless marriage, has long given up on love until he meets Devon at a New York gallery event. Captivated by her talent and vulnerability, he asks her to paint his portrait — and in the process, they discover a deep, unexpected connection.

As they spend a summer together in the Hamptons, their bond grows stronger, forcing them to confront the ghosts of their pasts and the fears that keep them apart. When tragedy strikes and Devon’s career is suddenly at risk, both must find the courage to face love — and life — head-on.

A poignant and beautifully written tale of healing, passion, and second chances, The Portrait reminds us that it’s never too late to reconnect — with others and with ourselves.