15 of the Best Books of 2019 — All Written by Females

Against the backdrop of 1940s Summertime in New York, City of Girls is a roaring look at the life of teenage Vivian. After 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.