Books matching: luxurious hotel setting
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Save:"Hotel" by Arthur Hailey is a compelling story set in a high-end hotel in New Orleans during the 1960s. The plot revolves around the assistant manager's challenges in running the hotel without proper authority, providing insights into the intricate workings of a large hotel. intricately weaves together various personal dramas, public events, and private interactions among a diverse cast of characters, creating a vivid cultural portrait of the era. Hailey's detailed descriptions of the hotel's operations and the character-driven narrative make the story engaging and immersive, offering a glimpse into the complexities of the hospitality industry.
If he had had his way, Peter McDermott thought, he would have fired the chief house detective long ago. But he had not had his way and now, once more, the obese ex-policeman was missing when he was ne... - #2
Save:Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty is a novel that revolves around nine individuals who attend a ten-day retreat at a wellness spa called Tranquillum House. The story is narrated from multiple perspectives, with each character seeking different forms of self-improvement or escape. However, the eccentric owner of the spa introduces unconventional and sometimes immoral treatments, leading to unexpected and transformative experiences for the guests. The plot takes unexpected turns, blending humor and surreal elements, creating a narrative that explores relationships, personal growth, and the consequences of seeking change in unorthodox ways.
The writing style in Nine Perfect Strangers is characterized by its ability to create a diverse cast of characters, each with a unique and well-developed personality. The story unfolds through alternating viewpoints, providing insights into the fears, doubts, and insecurities of the guests. Moriarty's narrative captures the essence of each character's journey, offering a mix of humor, drama, and unexpected plot twists that keep the readers engaged and questioning the choices and outcomes of the characters.
It was his first day as a trainee paramedic. His third call-out. Yao wasn’t nervous, but he was in a hypervigilant state because he couldn’t bear to make even an inconsequential mistake. When he was a... - #3
Save:Strictly Professional by Kathryn Nolan is a romance novel that follows the story of Roxy, a tough and determined tattoo artist, and Edward, a wealthy English hotelier. The book explores their unlikely relationship as opposites attract, showcasing a blend of intense chemistry, emotional depth, and complex character development. The plot unfolds as Roxy and Edward navigate their differences and personal struggles, ultimately finding solace and love in each other's company. The writing style of Kathryn Nolan is praised for its ability to create fully realized characters with unique strengths and flaws, drawing readers into a captivating and emotional narrative.
“We’re terminating our relationship,” she said. “Once this dinner is concluded, I’ll call the movers who have been instructed to pack up the few things I had at your apartment and move them back into ... - #4
Save:"The Rivals" by Vi Keeland seems to revolve around a storyline filled with arguments and sexual tension, featuring enemies-to-lovers trope set in a workplace environment. The main characters, Weston and Sophia, run a hotel together, and the book is written in both of their points of view. The narrative explores the dynamics of their relationship, with themes of dominance and submission in the bedroom, alongside the challenges they face in their personal and professional lives.
The agent pulled the nylon belt across from one pole to the other and clicked it into place, blocking passage to the gate. She looked up and frowned, finding me barreling toward her with my wheelie ba... - #5
Save:'Escort' by Skye Warren revolves around Hugo, a male escort who is hired by a virgin woman named Bea to take her virginity. However, as their story unfolds, Hugo finds himself drawn to Bea in a way he never expected, leading to a deeper connection between them. The plot delves into themes of love, revenge, trauma, and personal growth, all beautifully portrayed through Skye Warren's writing style that captures the emotions and complexities of the characters.
The city looks beautiful at night, its rough edges kissed by moonlight, bright neon lights full of hope. My Bugatti slices through the darkness, smooths over cracked downtown streets. The leather is w... - #6
Save:The Maid by Nita Prose follows the story of Molly Gray, a young woman working as a maid at the Grand Regency Hotel. Molly, who is portrayed as possibly autistic or developmentally delayed, navigates the world with the routines instilled by her beloved grandmother. When Molly discovers the dead body of a hotel guest, Mr. Black, the plot unfolds into a mystery involving drug operations, murder accusations, and unexpected betrayals. The novel delves into Molly's journey as she faces challenges, uncovers secrets, and fights to prove her innocence amidst a complex web of events.
I am well aware that my name is ridiculous. It was not ridiculous before I took this job four years ago. I’m a maid at the Regency Grand Hotel, and my name is Molly. Molly Maid. A joke. Before I took ... - #7
Save:'The Night Manager' by John le Carre is a post-Cold War spy thriller that follows the story of Jonathan Pine, a former soldier turned night manager at a luxurious hotel. Pine gets entangled in the dark world of arms dealing and espionage when he encounters Richard Roper, a wealthy arms dealer, at his hotel. Pine is recruited by British Intelligence to infiltrate Roper's operation and bring him down, navigating through a web of deceit, betrayal, and dangerous alliances. The novel is praised for its intricate plot, detailed characterizations, and the transition from old-school espionage to modern intelligence operations, all depicted with a cool, tight grace and emotional restraint.
On a snow-swept January evening of 1991, Jonathan Pine, the English night manager of the Hotel Meister Palace in Zürich, forsook his office behind the reception desk and, in the grip of feelings he ha... - #8
Save:'Galapagos' by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. is a satirical novel set in 1986 around the planned departure date of the SS Bahia de Darwin on a cruise to the Galapagos Islands. The story unfolds at a luxury hotel on the fictional island of Santa Rosalia where a small group of guests are stranded due to a worldwide economic downfall. As the narrative progresses, the book explores themes of evolution, human brain development, and the potential downfall of humanity, all narrated from one million years in the future by the ghost of Leon Trotsky Trout.
There was a portrait of Darwin behind the bar at the El Dorado, framed in shelves and bottles—an enlarged reproduction of a steel engraving, depicting him not as a youth in the islands, but as a portl... - #9
Save:In 'The Glass Hotel' by Emily St. John Mandel, the plot revolves around a highroller's Ponzi scheme and its aftermath, with the focus on the interconnected lives of various characters. The narrative shifts between different narrators and timelines, exploring themes of money, beauty, wealth, and loss against the backdrop of a luxury hotel in Western Canada. The writing style is described as hauntingly dreamlike, with intricate storytelling that weaves together past and present, creating a complex yet engrossing tapestry of imagery and language.
2 Sweep me up. Words scrawled on a window when I was thirteen years old. I stepped back and let the marker drop from my hand and still I remember the exuberance of that moment, that feeling in my ches... - #10
Save:"At Bertram's Hotel" by Agatha Christie is a classic murder mystery featuring the beloved character Miss Marple. The story unfolds at the dignified and traditional Bertram's Hotel in London, where Miss Marple is vacationing. As she observes the guests and the happenings at the hotel, she becomes entangled in a web of emotional entanglements that inevitably lead to murder. The plot is described as a lively romp involving a luxurious hotel setting, where Miss Marple's keen observations and acute observations play a crucial role in helping unravel the mystery. The book captures the essence of an old-fashioned English hotel and its guests, blending nostalgia with sinister undertones as Miss Marple delves into the secrets hidden within the hotel's walls.
In the heart of the West End, there are many quiet pockets, unknown to almost all but taxi drivers who traverse them with expert knowledge, and arrive triumphantly thereby at Park Lane, Berkeley Squar...
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