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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lincoln Highway and A Gentleman in Moscow comes a captivating novel praised by the Boston Globe as sharply stylish, exploring the journey of a young woman unexpectedly drawn into the glittering world of high society in post-Depression era New York. Now with over a million readers worldwide, Rules of Civility brings readers into a dynamic world vibrant with possibility and intrigue.

On a quiet evening towards the end of 1937, 25-year-old Katey Kontent is spending her night alone in a modest jazz bar in Greenwich Village when her life suddenly changes: a charming young banker named Tinker Grey casually sits down beside her. The brief encounter sparks a transformative, year-long odyssey through the highest levels of New York’s affluent social circles, forcing Katey to rely solely upon her clever intelligence, sharp wit, and remarkable spirit.

Richly rendered, sparkling with vivid imagery and delightful characters, and praised for its insightful portrayal of New York’s complexity and elegance, Rules of Civility has garnered widespread acclaim, enchanting critics and readers alike.