High Stakes
High Stakes by Danielle Steel, published by Pan Macmillan on January 19, 2023, is a contemporary fiction novel that explores the complexities of success and personal relationships within a New York talent agency. The story follows Jane Addison, a young and ambitious woman who begins her career at Fletcher and Benson, where she encounters a diverse group of accomplished women. Each character faces their own challenges, from Hailey West, a dedicated but overwhelmed single mother, to Francine Rivers, who grapples with the aftermath of a divorce, and Allie Moore, whose romantic involvement with a star client threatens her career.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family life, friendship, and the high stakes of ambition. As Jane uncovers the hidden struggles of her colleagues, she becomes determined to challenge the status quo, leading to consequences that affect everyone involved. This edition contains 336 pages and is presented in English, offering a thought-provoking look at the sacrifices and secrets that accompany success in a competitive environment.
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A compelling and thought-provoking novel from the world’s favourite storyteller. Set around a New York talent agency, a group of accomplished women discover the high price of success. Jane Addison is smart, young and ambitious. She’s delighted to have landed a job with a prestigious talent agency, Fletcher and Benson. Hailey West, her boss, is dedicated to her authors, but her home life is chaotic and challenging as a single mother following her husband’s tragic death. Francine Rivers, the stern and bitter head of department, is also raising children on her own after an acrimonious divorce, and she has had to overcome financial hardship by paying the very highest price. Meanwhile, Allie Moore seems to have it all: she relishes success and loves working with the talented actors she represents. But then a passionate relationship with one of her star clients risks derailing her career. And Merriwether Jones, the CFO of the agency, appears to have the perfect marriage until her husband’s jealousy over her career threatens her happiness. Jane quickly realizes that there are damaging secrets behind the doors of the agency. She has the least power, but she is also the least willing to accept things as they are. And when she tries to put things right, the consequences will leave no one unscathed. In this riveting novel, five women at the top of their game navigate the challenges of career and ambition, family and personal lives in a world where it’s necessary to fight for what is right.
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