The Bookish Ashley

“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” is a delightful TV series that takes viewers back to the 1950s, with a story about a young Jewish housewife who discovers her talent for stand-up comedy. Set in a vibrant and colorful New York City, the show captures the essence of the era with its witty humor, flamboyant costumes, and catchy music. If you’re a fan of the show, you might be looking for some books that can give you a similar feel. Here are some of the books that might satisfy your cravings for more of the “Maisel” vibe.

1. “The Assistants” by Camille Perri: This novel tells the story of a young assistant at a New York City media company who gets caught up in a scheme to pay off her student loans. The book has a similar comedic tone as “Maisel” and takes place in the same era.
2. “The Swans of Fifth Avenue” by Melanie Benjamin: This novel is a fictionalized account of Truman Capote’s relationship with a group of wealthy New York socialites in the 1950s. The book has a glamorous and scandalous vibe, much like “Maisel,” and is set in the same time period.
3. “The Group” by Mary McCarthy: This novel follows the lives of eight women who have just graduated from Vassar College and are trying to find their place in the world. The book has a feminist edge and explores themes of sex, marriage, and career, much like “Maisel.”
4. “The Best of Everything” by Rona Jaffe: This novel is set in the late 1950s and follows the lives of five young women who work at a New York publishing company. The book has a similar feel to “Mad Men” and “Maisel” with its exploration of gender roles and workplace politics.
5. “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by Taylor Jenkins Reid: This novel is about a fictional Hollywood starlet from the 1950s who is being interviewed about her life. The book has a glamorous and larger-than-life vibe that is similar to “Maisel.”
6. “The Group” by L. M. Montgomery: This is a classic novel about a group of young women who form a club called the “Blue Castle” and support each other through life’s challenges. The book has a similar female empowerment message as “Maisel.”
7. “Crazy Rich Asians” by Kevin Kwan: This novel is about a young woman who goes to Singapore to meet her boyfriend’s family and discovers that they are one of the wealthiest families in Asia. The book has a similar glamorous and high-society vibe as “Maisel.”

These seven books have a similar vibe to “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” with their exploration of gender roles, glamorous settings, and witty humor. So if you’re looking for some more books to indulge in after watching the show, these are definitely worth checking out!