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2) Ladder 49
Description
Probationary firefighter Jack Morrison matures into a seasoned veteran of the Baltimore Fire Department under the watchful eye of his mentor Chief Mike Kennedy. Responding to the worst blaze in his career, he becomes trapped inside a 20-story building. As Jack reflects on his life - seeing his first fire, bonding with fellow firefighters, the impact his job has had on his wife and kids - Chief Kennedy frantically coordinates the effort to save Jack's...
Series
Description
Three mid-life Manhattanites have more than a longtime friendship in common. After years of helping their hubbies climb the corporate ladder of success, each has been dumped for a newer, curvier model. The trio is determined to turn their pain into gain. They come up with a cleverly devious plan to hit their exes where it really hurts--in the wallet!
4) Vanity Fair
Pub. Date
2005
Description
It's a dazzling ascent up the social ladder as vivacious Becky Sharp schemes and seduces her way to the top - until love and romance threaten to get in her way! Join her daring adventures that prove all is fair in love and war.
Formats
Description
Kate and her actor brother live in 21st century New York. Her ex-boyfriend, Stuart, has found a spot near the Brooklyn Bridge where there is a gap in time-- one can return to the 19th century. Stuart goes back to the 1870s and takes pictures, then is followed back to New York by Leopold. Leopold gets help with fitting into the 21st century from Kate's brother Charlie, and meets Kate herself. Kate is climbing the corporate ladder in advertising, but...
9) Flawless
Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
Laura Quinn is an executive at the London Diamond Corporation who finds herself routinely stifled on the corporate ladder. Hobbs is an equally overlooked nighttime janitor with an intimate knowledge of the security system. Hobbs has a score to settle with the Corporation. Sensing Laura's frustration, Hobbs convinces her to help him pull off an ingenious heist.
Pub. Date
2010
Description
When an uncaring executive falls from the corporate ladder, he learns how difficult it can be to find work and compassion in today's economy. He eventually accepts a humiliating job, but with bills rapidly piling up, and not enough money to go around, he quickly discovers that, unless something changes soon, he'll lose everything by Christmas. Will family and faith be enough to bring joy?
11) Flawless
Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
Laura Quinn is an executive at the London Diamond Corporation who finds herself routinely stifled on the corporate ladder. Hobbs is an equally overlooked nighttime janitor with an intimate knowledge of the security system. Hobbs has a score to settle with the Corporation. Sensing Laura's frustration, Hobbs convinces her to help him pull off an ingenious heist.
Pub. Date
2012
Description
Based on a true story taking place in the Soviet Union in 1938. Jakob is a former teacher who lost his job due to the new Communist government. He can only watch as the world around him collapses due to raised fear and suspicion. Like many other men in his village, Jakob ends up in a Soviet prison. But he soon discovers that the freedom he so desperately seeks may be found within the four walls of his cell.
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
"The excitement, love, and drama continue in season 13 of 'Heartland'. As Amy and Ty continue to build their business together, the inevitable ups and downs of entrepreneurship will test the strength of their marriage. The added pressures of building a new home, raising their young daughter, Lyndy, and keeping an eye on Luke, a young boy they are fostering, will also challenge the couple along the way." ~ Amazon
15) Mean Streets
Pub. Date
2004.
Description
Charlie, a 27-year-old, tries to work his way up the bottom rungs of organized crime's ladder. Amy Robinson is Teresa, the girlfriend Charlie's family declares "unsuitable" because she has epilepsy.
17) Corner office
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"As The Authority's newest employee, Orson finds it difficult to connect with his enigmatic desk mate, Rakesh, or any of his other colleagues. His alienation deepens when he discovers a room he's told doesn't exist, a place that unleashes his true potential, leading to an ascent up the corporate ladder. Buoyed by his newfound confidence, Orson invites a receptionist into his sanctuary, sparking a climactic clash between the corporate world's harsh...
Pub. Date
c2010
Description
The secret of my success: a mail room boy tries to climb the corporate ladder by posing as an executive.
For love or money: A concierge finds trouble when he falls in love with the mistress of one of his financial backers.
The hard way: A movie star and a hard-boiled detective join forces to find a killer.
Career opportunities: A small-town hustler is locked inside a store with a beautiful, wealthy woman.
Casual sex?: Two women embark on a quest...