SEVEN HUSBANDS OF EVELYN HUGO

This book is so well written. Precise and with clear understanding. Honestly amazing read.

Ending was not upto the mark. Definitely a page turner

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is an opulent tale of love, ambition, and fame set against the glitz and shadows of Hollywood’s Golden Age. It tells the story of the glamorous yet fiercely independent Evelyn Hugo, a starlet whose personal journey spans decades, marriages, and profound self-transformation. What makes this novel truly unforgettable is Evelyn herself: flawed, fiercely human, and unapologetically bold. Reid crafts a devilishly compelling character who remains relatable even as she makes morally complex decisions. The framing device—a journalist named Monique, chosen to tell Evelyn’s story—adds intrigue and layers of poignancy, ultimately linking their lives in unexpected ways. Reid’s lush yet accessible prose divides the story into sections corresponding to Evelyn’s seven husbands, each representing a phase in her evolution. Through these relationships, the novel explores societal norms, personal sacrifices, and the cost of survival in an unforgiving world. While the glittering world of Hollywood serves as the novel’s backdrop, its core themes are universal: the pursuit of love in all its forms, the search for identity, and the toll of ambition. The representation of LGBTQ+ relationships is heartfelt and beautifully written, offering voices to stories often erased from history. If there’s a slight drawback, it’s that Monique’s storyline feels less developed compared to Evelyn’s richly detailed narrative. Still, this minor issue doesn’t detract from the book’s overall impact. In summary, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a haunting and unforgettable read that will stay with you long after the final page. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, richly drawn characters, and poignant love stories.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a stunning blend of love, fame, and heartbreak. Evelyn's story is bold, emotional, and unapologetically honest. It made me admire her strength and question her choices. A beautifully written reminder that love, in all its forms, is worth fighting for.

Amazing book

It is a coincidence that I read this book during the Pride month this year! I had not planned on it, neither did I read the reviews (with spoilers) about what exactly the plot is about. And yet, this turned out to be a pleasantly surprising read – one that certainly exceeded my expectations. This is also the first time that I read Taylor Jenkins Reid and I happened to like the way she plots. Clever, definitely quite clever. The saga of Evelyn’s seven husbands evolve with the story and a chapter is dedicated to each of them, rather her period as a wife with each of them. I think it is fair to have had sections segregated to explain the plot chronologically, but I have just a qualm – one or perhaps two felt a little overkill. Regardless, it is a good book in most aspects about a story that needed to be told. It felt good to read that Evelyn and her friends contributed to the LGBTQ movements as early as the 1960s-70s, even if it is fiction. Recommended for readers of intense fiction.

This is one of the best psychological and historical fiction I have ever read and was utterly gripping! RATING: 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5 PLOT: Former Hollywood superstar , the 79 year old Evelyn Hugo decides to sit for an interview with Monique Grant , a not so popular journalist who works at Vivant. Eventhough she doesn't know Evelyn's true intentions, Monique makes a deal with Evelyn about writing her biography for her and publish it after her death. A biography without any mysteries which would tell people about the true love of the ex- diva's life and her seven infamous marriages. REVIEW: I am not really sure how much I loved this book! The tale was so gripping that I literally finished it off in two days. The characters were intense and the author has done a great job linking all of them in a beautiful chronological order. Coming to Evelyn Hugo, I think that she was an exceptional woman! The way she fought for love all her life, withstood mental and physical abuse and never got to spend enough time with the woman of her dreams is heartbreaking. Her story of a self made Hollywood queen was both amazing and inspirational. Besides her love for Celia , Evelyn 's friendship with Harry Cameron was truly worthwhile! They readily entered into a false marriage, were honestly happy with each other, shared a loving daughter and continued to remain best friends until Harry's death. The subplot thay shows Monique's personal life and how she related it with Evelyn's was beautiful. The writing style is impeccable with the book divided into seven sections for the seven husbands of EH. And above all , the book has done justice and portrayed the lives of most of the closeted actors in the 1970s and '80s. The book arrived in superb condition within a day and I am super satisfied with the service

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Truly one of the most captivating and enjoyable reads I have ever had the pleasure of losing myself in. Incredible writing and very clever concept. Will not be a one-time read for sure!

Moving and captivating. Heartbreaking and real. The seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo was a joy to read. I loved getting to know the main character and how her and the other characters’ stories unfolded. Taylor Jenkins Reid really captured the magnificence of Evelyn Hugo so brilliantly, I was completely bewitched by the character, just as I imagined her fans were with her in the book.

A gun and quick read. The author leaves you guessing throughout the chapters so I found I just HAD to keep reading to find out what happens next!

I love it so much omg

Starting at the young age of fourteen and ending when she’s seventy-nine (when we first meet Evelyn), Evelyn Hugo has gone from bombshell, to sexpot, to Oscar winner, to civil rights supporter. Evelyn knew what she wanted from an early age—to get out of Hell’s Kitchen and away from her abusive father, and to be the biggest star anyone has ever heard of. And she accomplished that! Partially because of her talent, partially because she knows her worth and is unafraid to get dirty in order to achieve her goals, and partially because there is no one better at using the press and scandals to serve their own interests. Evelyn is both a force to be reckoned with, but also a deeply flawed and lonely. Shown through the perspective of Evelyn as she dictates her memoir to Monique, the reader is taken back to the early days of Hollywood to watch Evelyn’s rise, and her stumbles, to and through stardom. For a story about a Hollywood starlet, this book is LAYERED, and I don’t think I was expecting the level of depth it had, even though many reviews warned me to expect the unexpected with this story. In order to become Evelyn Hugo, Hollywood’s biggest star, Evelyn had to let go of who she was; erasing her identity to be what Hollywood wanted her to be. She knew and accepted this, always, but it does break your heart a little to watch her identity get stripped away so that she could be the blonde bombshell the screen so loved. The things Evelyn hid or changed, often denying the realest parts of herself in the process, really hit me in the feels, and there were parts at the end of the book that had me welling up with tears if that tells you anything. I won’t say more because the way the story unfolds is really lovely with getting to know all 7 of Evelyn’s husbands and the roles they played in her life, but I will say that I LOVED the inclusion of the fake articles to show the juxtaposition between what was Evelyn’s reality versus what the public got to see, and how the press portrayed her in return. Honestly, there was very little I did not like about this book, or its story. It flowed beautifully and, while not necessarily one of those books you couldn’t put down (I had no issues stopping in reading for the night) it was never dull. It had a smooth, and highly enjoyable writing style. However, my only issues were that sometimes, with the book being told in 1st person, Monique didn’t always feel that distinct to me from Evelyn. Which may be mostly because we don’t really get to know Monique at the same level at which we get to know Evelyn, though I did enjoy their relationship and how they were able to help each other, even when that got . . . tricky, to say the least. But I also didn’t like Celia for a majority of the book, either. I found her to be so frustrating at times, that I often wondered why Evelyn even bothered having her around. Thankfully that changed toward the end, but still. But, all in all, I LOVED this book and this story. It was so empowering, watching Evelyn be so unashamed to own her beauty, her sex appeal, her confidence, and to be the ball-buster she was, so unafraid of telling people what she wants, what she deserves—all because she knows her worth. I didn’t know how much I needed a story, to see a woman like that, until I read this book. But I also loved that the author didn’t shy away from Evelyn’s flaws, or the fact that, for a lot of Evelyn’s life, she was deeply lonely. Evelyn wasn’t perfect, but she didn’t let that be an excuse for anyone to treat her poorly. I will say there are some instances of spousal abuse in this book though, so just be forewarned if that kind of trauma is sensitive for you. I thought the author handled those topics amazingly well, but I’ve also never experienced such things for myself, either. Because this book brought tears to my eyes with that whole last third of the story, it easily gets 5 stars from me! This is such a satisfying, and empowering book!