Best Books Written by Women in 2019
The 15 Best Female-Authored Books of 2019
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Against the backdrop of 1940s summertime in New York, City of Girls is a roaring look at the life of teenage Vivian. On being exiled by her parents, she arrives in the city with a suitcase and sewing machine, ready to start her youthful adventure. Along the way, she meets showgirls, actors, and a writer who breaks hearts on the side.