"Empire Rising" is a gripping historical romantic drama written by author Richard Cummings. The book tells about life in New York at the beginning of the 20th century, when the tallest skyscraper at that time rose on the city skyline. The main character, a young ambitious architect, dreams of building this very impressive skyscraper. However, his plans are complicated by his love for a beautiful young woman from a famous family, as well as by the dark forces lurking in the metropolis. A colorful mosaic of historical events, lavish descriptions of the city and colorful characters, as well as unexpected plot twists make "Empire Rising" an exciting read for fans of historical literature and romance. The author skillfully weaves the development of the city, social problems and dramatic events of the era into the history, making this book a fascinating journey into the past of New York.