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  • Published: 7 June 2022
  • ISBN: 9781984806277
  • Imprint: Berkley
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 384
  • RRP: $35.00

A Special Place for Women



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 beguiling members are caught up in a dark and treacherous business.

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
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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.

  • Published: 7 June 2022
  • ISBN: 9781984806277
  • Imprint: Berkley
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 384
  • RRP: $35.00

About the author

Laura Hankin

Laura Hankin has written for McSweeney’s and HuffPost, among other publications. The viral videos that she creates and stars in with her comedy duo, Feminarchy, have been featured in NowThis, The New York Times, and Funny or Die. She grew up in Washington, D.C., attended Princeton University, and now lives in New York City, where she has performed off-Broadway, acted onscreen, and sung to far too many babies.

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Praise for A Special Place for Women

"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, author of Beach Read

"This book has everything—intrigue, fun, wild twists, and so much heart...Hankin imbues her story with warmth, humor, and generosity. I loved it."—Ella Berman, author of Read with Jenna pick 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