By Invitation Only, Alexandra Brown Chang
By Invitation Only, Alexandra Brown Chang
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By Invitation Only

Author: Alexandra Brown Chang

Narrator: Ferdelle Capistrano, Jade Wheeler

Unabridged: 9 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/02/2025


Synopsis

An instant New York Times bestseller
“Utterly unputdownable.” —Lynn Painter, New York Times bestselling author of Better Than the Movies

A hardworking teen hoping to land a college scholarship and a nepo baby looking to prove herself collide at the world’s most high-profile debutante ball in Paris in this “beguiling, stylish” (Shelf Awareness) young adult romance perfect for fans of American Royals and Better Than the Movies.

Every year, a hand-selected group of young women travel to Paris to make their debuts into high society at La Danse des Débutantes, the most exclusive debutante ball in the world. Being wealthy, royal, or famous gets you into the pool of potential debutantes, but only La Danse decides who is truly worthy of attending.

Chapin Buckingham, the daughter of two Hollywood legends, is one of the lucky few chosen to attend. Chapin’s not usually a society girl, but she has her reasons for wanting to be crowned Debutante of the Year. Her chances seem good…until a fellow debutante creates a PR nightmare that has the eat-the-rich cohort calling for La Danse’s cancellation.

Enter Piper Woo Collins. As the daughter of an EMT and winner of the International Science Fair Prize with a profile in Teen Vogue, Piper is the perfect, down-to-earth person who could restore La Danse’s reputation. But Piper isn’t interested in becoming a debutante—until they offer her a college scholarship…if she wins Debutante of the Year.

In competition for the crown, Piper and Chapin have every reason to clash. But at La Danse, everyone wants something. Piper and Chapin might just need each other to go from pawns in a game to ruling the board…

About Alexandra Brown Chang

Alexandra Brown Chang grew up in Los Angeles, in a family of four daughters and four rescue dogs. She graduated from Stanford University, where she majored in art history. Alexandra is also a member of the Princess Grace Foundation Guild, which champions emerging artists in all fields. By Invitation Only is her debut novel.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Fernanda (ivyfer_isreading) on July 05, 2025

I enjoyed this one. It is a watered down inheritance games, I think that's the best way to describe it. It is satisfying in the way reality tv is mind numbing but also really good for when you just want a distraction. There's nothing mind-blowing about it, but it was a fun time. I recommend it if yo......more

Goodreads review by jo ୨୧ on August 16, 2025

3 stars 𝜗𝜚 ࣪˖ ִ𐙚 Sometimes you think you are going to love a book and it lets you down immensely. Which, given the fact I'm writing that on this book review means that this book let me down. I had high hopes for the plot, the characters, the drama, the fashion but it felt a little lackluster in the w......more

Goodreads review by Allison on August 16, 2025

Thank you Simon Teen for this eARC in exchange for my honest review! • My Reading Experience: Meh… • Book Spice: Level 0.25 • Adjusted Rating: 2.75 stars • Content Thoughts: This book was… bland. There wasn’t much depth anywhere—characters, story, setting, even the attempt at romance or the slow build of......more

Goodreads review by ✧Bella✧ on August 10, 2025

Now playing "Paris" by Taylor Swift ^^No, literally, I'm actually listening to it rn lol. Alright, full disclosure, this is the sort of book that, for me personally, is a fun read when I'm in the right mood, but not really my fav, and sometimes annoying. Then again, as a mood reader, that's true to a......more

Goodreads review by Julie on May 30, 2025

A fun and touching YA read that takes in the glittering world of high-class fashion, By Invitation Only follows Piper and Chapin as they participate in a high-profile debutante ball in Paris. However, the once-in-a-lifetime experience takes unexpected turns as Piper faces new situations and falls fo......more