A Special Place For Women

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As seen on Good Morning America as a Summer Reads Pick "One of the smartest, sharpest, and funniest books I've read in years...Some books are meant to be devoured-this one does the devouring."-Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of People We Meet on Vacation One of Summer 2021's Most Anticipated Novels Good Morning America, Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, Real Simple, theSkimm, E! Online, Oprah Daily, The New York Post, Woman's Day, Parade, Bustle, Yahoo!, The Stripe, Popsugar, Medium, Lithub, Book Riot, The Nerd Daily, and more! It's a club like no other. Only the most important women receive an invitation. But one daring young reporter is about to infiltrate this female-run secret society, whose bewitching members are caught up in a dark and treacherous business. From the author of Happy and You Know It. For years, rumors have swirled about an exclusive, women-only social club where the elite tastemakers of NYC meet. People in the know whisper all sorts of claims- Membership dues cost $1,000 a month. Last time Rihanna was in town, she stopped by and got her aura read. The women even handpicked the city's first female mayor. But no one knows for sure. That is, until journalist Jillian Beckley decides she's going to break into the club. With her career in freefall, Jillian needs a juicy scoop, and she has a personal interest in bringing these women down. But the deeper she gets into this new world-where billionaire "girlbosses" mingle with witchy Bohemians-the more Jillian learns that bad things happen to those who dare to question the club's motives or giggle at its outlandish rituals. The select group of women who populate the club may be far more powerful than she ever imagined. And far more dangerous too.

Reviews

Smart and witty.
Womans Day

A genre-bending tale perfect for readers who love romance, mystery and mysticism.
Shelf Awareness

This book is a wild ride.
The Stripe

Wickedly smart.
PopSugar

Fun, fresh and entirely worthwhile.
BookPage

A funny story of mean girls, society groups and possible witches.
Parkersburg News and Sentinel

The best kind of satire, taking real-life absurd ideas to their most logicaland sometimes scariestextreme.
Bitch Media

"Fans of clever, witty womens fiction with some family matters and a touch of romance will appreciate this unique story."
Library Journal

If youve harbored curiosity or skepticism about secret societies or clubs, A Special Place for Women by Laura Hankin will be right up your alley.
Associated Press

One of the smartest, sharpest, and funniest books Ive read in years. A novel that will keep you on the knifes edge between dread and delight, turning pages late into the night. Some books are meant to be devouredthis one does the devouring.
Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of People We Meet on Vacation

This book has everythingintrigue, fun, wild twists and so much heart...I loved it.
Ella Berman, author of The Comeback

Whip-smart, acerbic, and absorbing...even more of a joy to read than her brilliant previous book.This one is not to be missed.
Stephanie Wrobel, author of Darling Rose Gold

Downright dangerous.
Good Housekeeping

Outrageously entertaining.
The Nerd Daily

Utterly addictive.
Booklist

Apage-turning tale of ambition, power, and spirituality.
Hannah Orenstein, author of Head Over Heels

"A story that will make you laugh, gasp and reconsider the depths of your own tote-bag feminismfrom a writer so endlessly charming and witty, you cant even be mad at her for it."
Megan Angelo, author of Followers

Feminism, astrology, and politics merge in this funny, high-stakes story...hilarious, fast-paced, and so very original.
Amy Poeppel, author of Small Admissions

"A smart, insightful novel about a secret female only social club. Laura Hankin delivers huge belly laughs alongside deep truths that will make you think long after finishing."
Brenda Janowitz, author of The Grace Kelly Dress

"Told with a rare blend of humor and insight, this is the perfect read for anyone who wants to escape and be entertained!
Saumya Dave, author of Well-Behaved Indian Women

Author Bio

Laura Hankin is the author of Happy & You Know It, and has written for publications like McSweeney's and HuffPost. The musical comedy she creates, both solo and with her duo Feminarchy, has been featured in The Washington Post, The New York Times, Funny or Die, and more. She splits her time between New York City, where she has acted off-Broadway and on-screen, and Washington, D.C., where she once fell off a treadmill twice in one day.