Park Avenue Summer
Park Avenue Summer
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1960s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Park Avenue Summer, Renée Rosen follows a young woman in the 1960s who moves to New York City, aspiring to be a photographer. She becomes the assistant to Helen Gurley Brown, the iconic editor of Cosmopolitan magazine, navigating the challenges and transformations within the magazine world and her personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Nostalgic
Inspirational
Romantic
Adventurous
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
21,574 ratings
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Review Roundup
Renée Rosen's Park Avenue Summer captivates readers with its vibrant depiction of 1960s New York and the magazine industry. Positively, the novel excels in its atmospheric setting and strong character development, particularly Helen Gurley Brown's portrayal. However, some critics find the plot predictable and desired more depth in subplots. Overall, it's an engaging homage to a transformative era.
Who Should Read Park Avenue Summer?
Readers who would enjoy Park Avenue Summer by Renée Rosen are likely drawn to historical fiction centered on women's empowerment and 1960s New York City. Fans of The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger and The Help by Kathryn Stockett will appreciate the blend of ambition, fashion, and societal change.
21,574 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1960s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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