The True Meaning of Love by Danielle Steel

From the billion-copy bestselling author, Danielle Steel, comes The True Meaning of Love, a heartfelt story focusing on love, war, and the courage displayed by women facing extreme hardship. This novel explores the instant and devastating impact of conflict on the lives of four distinct women as Russian troops amass on Ukraine’s borders and Kyiv comes under attack.

Key Themes & Narrative Focus

This book centers on the resilience and choices made by women caught in the chaos of war:

• Tatyanna: A young, orphaned ballerina forced to choose between staying to fight or fleeing to continue her career in Paris after losing her boyfriend and best friend.
• Yulya: A young wife and mother whose normal life is shattered, compelling her to leave her husband and elderly parents to ensure her children's safety abroad.
• Sasha: A dedicated doctor who selflessly remains on the ground to save lives, irrespective of political considerations.
• Oxana: An elderly grandmother determined to stay in her home and care for her husband as their world disintegrates around them.

The narrative examines how these women and their loved ones confront the challenges of survival, ultimately revealing the true meaning of love.

Specifications

• Author: Danielle Steel
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Pages: 304 pages
• Reading Age: 18 years and up
• ISBN-10: 1529086264
• ISBN-13: 978-1529086263
• Dimensions: 153 x 234 x 20 mm
• Weight: 788 g
• Edition: Main Market
• Publisher: Macmillan
• Publication Date: August 13, 2026

Discover a powerful exploration of human connection and fortitude amidst the devastation of conflict in this latest novel from Danielle Steel.