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In his father's footsteps : a novel / Danielle Steel.

ISBN: 9780399179266
ISBN: 0399179267
Physical Description: 321 pages ; 25 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York : Delacorte Press, an imprint of Random House, [2018]
Copyright: &copy;2018

Summary:

"When U.S. troops occupy Germany, friends Jakob and Emmanuelle are saved from the terrible fate of so many in the camps. With the help of sponsors, they make their way to New York. In order not to be separated, they allow their friendship to blossom into love and marriage, and start a new life on the Lower East Side, working at grueling, poorly paid jobs. Decades later, through talent, faith, fortune, and relentless hard work, Jakob has achieved success in the diamond business, invested in real estate in New York, and shown his son, Max, that America is truly the land of opportunity. Max is a rising star, a graduate of Harvard with friends among the wealthiest, most ambitious families in the world. And while his parents were thrown together by chance, Max chooses a perfect bride to start the perfect American family"-- Provided by publisher.

When U.S. troops occupy Germany, friends Jakob and Emmanuelle find sponsors who help them make their way to New York. As their friendship blossoms into love and marriage, they start a new life on the Lower East Side, working at grueling, poorly paid jobs. Decades later Jakob has achieved success in the diamond business, invested in real estate in New York, and shown his son, Max, that America is truly the land of opportunity. Max, a graduate of Harvard, chooses a society bride to start the perfect American family. Despite his lavish lifestyle, Max wants to follow his father's example and make his own fortune. But with a failing marriage, he struggles while pursuing his own ideals and setting an example for his children. -- adapted from jacket