New York, New York

Ah, New York. The bright lights, the grit and glamour. This landmark city is a must-see tourist spot and a popular setting for books! Here are some stories set in different decades across the boroughs that you'll want to stay up all night reading in the city that never sleeps.

For the Turn-of-the-Century Darling: The Age of Innocence

High Society, money money money, almost lovers, and a frustrating ending.

For the Party Animal: The Great Gatsby

If you enjoy late nights and torrid affairs, this is the drama for you.

For the Crime Lord: The Godfather

Sure, some have seen the movie. But only a true gangster has read the book.

For the Manic Pixie Dream Girl: Breakfast at Tiffany's

Check out the OG "wistful girl who helps the less interesting guy character learn something," Holly Golightly.

For the Popular One: Gossip Girl

Experience headbands, ballet flats, and the glitz of NY's Upper East Side during the naughty oughties.

For the Journaler: The Princess Diaries

Hang out with Mia, learn about how different the book is from the movie, and remember the simpler life of the raging 2000s.

For the Hipster: Modern Lovers

Six progressive couples and their diverse relationship issues, all set against the backdrop of Brooklyn.

For the Sophisticate: The Goldfinch

Read this gargantuan novel if you like to be on the up and up of elevated literature.

No matter what decade you're reading about, New York is a magical city. What's your favorite place to read about?