Dive into this bold and plucky novel from New York Times bestselling author Marie Bostwick, following Margaret Ryan as she navigates suburban life in the 1960s and unexpectedly sparks a feminist revolution. This story is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction centered on strong female friendships and the nostalgia of the 1960s.

Margaret Ryan appears to have the perfect American dream in exclusive Concordia, Virginia: a husband, three children, and a home. However, when she meets the intriguing new resident, Charlotte Gustafson, Margaret finds the courage to look beyond the surface. She initiates a book club with Charlotte and two other neighbors, Bitsy and Viv. Their inaugural meeting, fueled by cocktails and discussions of the controversial bestseller The Feminine Mystique, reveals a shared longing for more than the prescribed role of housewife.

• A novel exploring female friendship, the 1960s, and the stirrings of revolution.
• Features the book club nicknamed 'the Bettys,' inspired by Betty Friedan.
• Praised as a USA TODAY BESTSELLER and SOUTHERN INDIE BESTSELLER.
• Recommended as a MUST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2025 by SheReads.
• Ideal for fans of historical fiction and stories like Bonnie Garmus's Lessons in Chemistry.

• Author: Marie Bostwick
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 384 pages
• Publication Date: July 31, 2025
• ISBN-13: 978-1400344741
• Dimensions: 138 x 22 x 213mm
• Weight: 299 g

Discover the story of four women who find connection and purpose through shared reading and honest conversation in this highly acclaimed literary fiction release from HarperCollins.