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Pitfall

Pitfall

Book 2025

Frank has made a killing trading wheat futures on Chicago's commodities exchange. But on October 29, 1929, Frank watches in the trading pit as his fortune is wiped out in a single day. Now, holed up in a shed on the Canadian Prairies, Frank wrestles with how to redeem himself and return home. The only opportunity in sight is selling Canadian whiskey to the Chicago mob. Frank faces setbacks at every turn, including a terrifying visit to the still...