Jacob's Ladder

Jacob's Ladder

by E. Phillips Oppenheim

Jacob's Ladder is a story about the power of forgiveness and the importance of second chances. Jacob Pratt, the protagonist, is a man who has lost everything after standing bond for his brother. Two years later, his brother is finally able to restore him to an enviable financial position. Jacob rewards those who stood beside him during his time of trials and attempts to get even with those who had cast him aside. However, he soon learns that revenge is not always sweet. Even though Jacob has plenty of money, he is unable to win the girl of his dreams.

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Edward Phillips Oppenheim was an English novelist, a prolific writer of best-selling genre fiction, featuring glamorous characters, international intrigue and fast action. Notably easy to read, they w...

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