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Grand Babylon Hotel

Grand Babylon Hotel

By: Arnold Bennett
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 Immerse yourself in the thrilling mystery of the Grand Babylon Hotel. When American millionaire Theodore Racksole whimsically purchases Londons most luxurious hotel, he unwittingly steps into a world of intrigue and danger. The expected arrival of a German prince ends in disappointment, a murder occurs only for the body to disappear without a trace, and conspiracies lurk in every corner. With the help of his fearless daughter Nella and a second German prince, Racksole is determined to uncover the truth. Penned by Bennett as a lighthearted serial in just 15 days, this riveting tale first captivated readers in The Golden Penny in 1902, hailed as the most original, amusing, and thrilling serial written in a decade. Please note, the Wikipedia page for this book contains potential plot spoilers.Copyright Retro Radio Art Drama & Plays Literary History & Criticism
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  • 15 - Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett

    15 - Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett
    May 27 2025
    Immerse yourself in the thrilling mystery of the Grand Babylon Hotel. When American millionaire Theodore Racksole whimsically purchases Londons most luxurious hotel, he unwittingly steps into a world of intrigue and danger. The expected arrival of a German prince ends in disappointment, a murder occurs only for the body to disappear without a trace, and conspiracies lurk in every corner. With the help of his fearless daughter Nella and a second German prince, Racksole is determined to uncover the truth. Penned by Bennett as a lighthearted serial in just 15 days, this riveting tale first captivated readers in The Golden Penny in 1902, hailed as the most original, amusing, and thrilling serial written in a decade. Please note, the Wikipedia page for this book contains potential plot spoilers.
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    24 mins
  • 14 - Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett

    14 - Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett
    May 27 2025
    Immerse yourself in the thrilling mystery of the Grand Babylon Hotel. When American millionaire Theodore Racksole whimsically purchases Londons most luxurious hotel, he unwittingly steps into a world of intrigue and danger. The expected arrival of a German prince ends in disappointment, a murder occurs only for the body to disappear without a trace, and conspiracies lurk in every corner. With the help of his fearless daughter Nella and a second German prince, Racksole is determined to uncover the truth. Penned by Bennett as a lighthearted serial in just 15 days, this riveting tale first captivated readers in The Golden Penny in 1902, hailed as the most original, amusing, and thrilling serial written in a decade. Please note, the Wikipedia page for this book contains potential plot spoilers.
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    30 mins
  • 13 - Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett

    13 - Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett
    May 27 2025
    Immerse yourself in the thrilling mystery of the Grand Babylon Hotel. When American millionaire Theodore Racksole whimsically purchases Londons most luxurious hotel, he unwittingly steps into a world of intrigue and danger. The expected arrival of a German prince ends in disappointment, a murder occurs only for the body to disappear without a trace, and conspiracies lurk in every corner. With the help of his fearless daughter Nella and a second German prince, Racksole is determined to uncover the truth. Penned by Bennett as a lighthearted serial in just 15 days, this riveting tale first captivated readers in The Golden Penny in 1902, hailed as the most original, amusing, and thrilling serial written in a decade. Please note, the Wikipedia page for this book contains potential plot spoilers.
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    25 mins
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