In this captivating debut novel, Grace O'Connell faces an extraordinary challenge when she must take her twin brother Patrick’s place as a riveter high atop the unfinished Empire State Building to save her family from ruin.
Set in 1930s New York City during the Great Depression, the story follows Grace and Patrick, whose lives are upended after their father's death. Struggling to make ends meet, Grace loses her job as a dancer, and Patrick is injured while working on the construction of the iconic skyscraper.
With their options running out, Grace disguises herself as her brother to continue his dangerous work on the towering steel beams.
As Grace proves herself capable of the same gruelling work as any man, she forms deep bonds with the loyal men around her, especially Italian immigrant Joe. But when a horrific accident leaves a colleague stranded high above the city, Grace faces a life-or-death decision: risk everything to save him or live with her conscience forever.
This gripping tale is not only about bravery and sacrifice but also about the bonds of family, friendship, and love. The O'Connell family's struggles highlight the power of empathy, loyalty, and the lengths people will go to for those they care about, even when they are facing hardships.
A heartfelt, electrifying story that will stay with you long after the final page!
Thank you so much to Alara and the team at Headline Books for sending me an advance reader copy of the book!
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