The Women’s Room

The classic feminist novel, reissued for its 30th anniversary.

“What I’m trying to understand is winning and losing. Now the rule of the game is that men win as long as they keep their noses relatively clean, and women lose, always, even extraordinary women. The Edith Piafs and Judy Garlands of the world become great by capitalising on their losing. That part is clear. What is not clear is what game we’re playing.”

It’s 1968 – Mira Ward is lonely, depressed and in a mess. Having spent years subscribing to the American Dream of a husband, children and a spotless kitchen in suburbia, Mira decides it’s time for a change. Her world is about to be turned gloriously upside down.