One Enchanted Evening
The Buckingham Hotel (Book 1)
- Author Anton Du Beke
- Narrator Julian Ovenden
- Publisher Zaffre
- Publish Date 4 October 2018
- Run Time 12 hours and 29 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Ballroom dancing, Historical fiction, Historical romance.
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What to expect
Inside the spectacular Grand Ballroom of the exclusive Buckingham Hotel the rich and powerful, politicians, film stars, even royalty, rub shoulders with Raymond de Guise and his troupe of talented dancers from all around the world, who must enchant them, captivate them, and sweep away their cares. Accustomed to waltzing with the highest of society, Raymond knows a secret from his past could threaten all he holds dear.
Nancy Nettleton, new chambermaid at the Buckingham, finds hotel life a struggle after leaving her small home town. She dreams of joining the dancers on the ballroom floor as she watches, unseen, from behind plush curtains and discreet doors. She soon discovers everyone at the Buckingham - guests and staff alike - has something to hide . . .
The storm clouds of war are gathering, and beneath the glitz and glamour of the ballroom lurks an irresistible world of scandal and secrets.
Let's dance . . .
Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey, Mr Selfridge, The Halcyon and Belgravia. The master entertainer brings us his fabulous debut novel. Prepare to be swept off your feet . . .
Narrated by Julian Ovenden (Downton Abbey, The Crown, Person of Interest, Smash and Knightfall).
User Reviews
| Author | Anton Du Beke |
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| Narrator | Julian Ovenden |
| Series | The Buckingham Hotel |
| Duration | 12 hours and 29 minutes |
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| ISBN | 9781785767388 |
| Format | x-book® |
| Publisher | Zaffre |
| Genre | Ballroom dancing, Historical fiction, Historical romance |
| Availability | AU, GB, IE |
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