When a former FBI hostage rescue agent takes on a job assessing the security risks of a skyscraper, a fire breaks out in the building and he sets out to rescue his family trapped above the fire line.

Leda, Watt, Rylin, Avery, and Calliope struggle with their relationships, expectations, and the secrets they are all hiding.

This fictional account of the dismantling and removal of the Empire State Building describes the structure of a skyscraper and explains how such an edifice would be demolished.

Abbigail Gibson has finally broken through Sebastian Shark's staunch defenses, erected through years of having to fight for his multimillion-dollar success and the skyscraper that will be his legacy. But as construction starts on the Edge, the foundations of Sebastian's world are crumbling. Security has been breached, lives have been taken, and Bas has no choice but to hide Abbi to secure her safety. But at what price? As each day goes by, Abbi's...

"Up and up and up the skyscraper rises before our eyes.  How is it built?  Discover the step-by-step process in this updated introduction to skyscraper construction" --

Describes the activity at a construction site and the heavy equipment needed to accomplish the various tasks involved in building a skyscraper.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to skyscrapers. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

A complicated web of lies threatens to destroy the teen residents of Manhattan's thousand-story supertower, as someone with revenge in mind watches their every move.

"Sebastian Shark is on the verge of realizing his dream. The Edge-the most luxurious Los Angeles skyscraper ever conceived-will be his legacy, an icon to dominate LA's skyline just as Shark dominates its boardrooms. Self-made businesswoman Abbigail Gibson is on a trajectory toward massive success, but to get there, she must navigate the egos of her demanding clients-particularly the driven and obstinate Shark, who possesses the special talent of aggravating...

In the heart of San Francisco, the finishing touches have just been made to the Glass Tower, a 138-story skyscraper. A huge celebratory gala, complete with VIP guests, has been planned to celebrate the dedication of what has been promoted as the world's tallest building. But Doug Roberts, the building's architect, suspects all is not right with the building. He discovers that the contractors have used shoddy wiring, not the heavy-duty wiring he had...