"Kane and Abel" is a captivating novel by Jeffrey Archer that explores the intense rivalry between two men from vastly different backgrounds. William Lowell Kane, a wealthy and ambitious banker, comes from a privileged upbringing, while Abel Rosnovski, a Polish immigrant, rises from poverty to become a successful hotelier. Their paths intersect in early 20th-century America, leading to a fierce competition that drives both men to the pinnacle of success and into bitter conflict.