
Marjorie Dean steps into her new role as manager of the bustling Hamilton Arms, a grand hotel where every hallway hums with chatter and excitement. Surrounded by a lively circle of friends—Jerry, Veronica, Lucy, Muriel, and the fashionable Leila—she must juggle duties, from overseeing the elegant reception to keeping the spirited staff in line. The opening scene sparkles with witty banter and a whimsical “court” fashioned from couches, showing Marjorie's knack for turning ordinary moments into memorable events.
As the girls settle into their duties, Marjorie discovers that leadership brings unexpected challenges: balancing the expectations of her employers, handling rivalries among the staff, and navigating the flutter of first crushes. Amid the glittering gowns and playful schemes, she learns to trust her instincts, proving that confidence and kindness can turn a bustling hotel into a place where friendships thrive. Listeners will enjoy the charm of this spirited slice of college‑age adventure, where humor and heart lead the way.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (286K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Release date
2016-07-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

d. 1931
Best known for lively girls' adventure stories, this early 20th-century writer published many popular series under several pen names. Her books followed brave, energetic heroines through school, travel, and outdoor exploits, helping define a generation of juvenile fiction.
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