Grace of the Empire State

Set during the Great Depression in 1930s New York, this evocative historical novel follows Grace O’Connell, a daring dancer who must disguise herself as her injured twin brother to work as a riveter on the Empire State Building, risking everything to support her family. As she proves her resilience among the skilled men of the construction site, she faces both camaraderie and peril, highlighting themes of sacrifice, hope, and tenacity amidst challenging times.