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"If you're looking for a book to take on holiday this summer, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo has got all the glitz and glamour to make it a perfect beach read." —Bustle

From the New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & the Six—an entrancing and "wildly addictive journey of a reclusive Hollywood starlet" (PopSugar) as she reflects on her relentless rise to the top and the risks she took, the loves she lost, and the long-held secrets the public could never imagine.

Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. But when she chooses unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant for the job, no one is more astounded than Monique herself. Why her? Why now?

Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband has left her, and her professional life is going nowhere. Regardless of why Evelyn has selected her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career.

Summoned to Evelyn's luxurious apartment, Monique listens in fascination as the actress tells her story. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the '80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way, Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Monique begins to feel a very real connection to the legendary star, but as Evelyn's story near its conclusion, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique's own in tragic and irreversible ways.

"Heartbreaking, yet beautiful" (Jamie Blynn, Us Weekly), The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is "Tinseltown drama at its finest" (Redbook): a mesmerizing journey through the splendor of old Hollywood into the harsh realities of the present day as two women struggle with what it means—and what it costs—to face the truth.

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Also by Taylor Jenkins Reid

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01M5IJM2U
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Washington Square Press; Unabridged edition (June 13, 2017)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 13, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 4437 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 398 pages
Reviewer: MommaLayne
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Captivating Tale of Love and Legacy
Review: Taylor Jenkins Reid's "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" is a mesmerizing exploration of fame, love, and the complexities of a woman’s journey through Hollywood's golden age. As I delved into Evelyn Hugo's glamorous yet tumultuous life story, I was struck by her fierce ambition and the sacrifices she made along the way. Reid masterfully crafts Evelyn’s narrative in a way that feels deeply personal and strikingly honest, pulling me into both the glitz of her Hollywood existence and the poignant realities behind her decisions. The dynamic between Evelyn and Monique is particularly compelling; as Monique uncovers the depths of Evelyn's life, her own journey transforms alongside it, creating an emotional resonance that beautifully intertwines their fates. This novel isn’t just about a legendary actress; it’s a profound reflection on identity, the rights of women to define their own paths, and the enduring impact of the choices we make. "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" is a must-read for anyone who appreciates rich storytelling and complex characters. Highly recommended!

Reviewer: Chelscey
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Hollywood hasn't changed much
Review: 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!

Reviewer: wellnessforthewin
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: wow. totally not what I expected but so good.
Review: This book turned out to be completely different than I expected. Not in a bad way, it just had one huge piece of the plot that I didn’t anticipate based on the title of the book. Then there was a surprise toward the end of the book that had my jaw on the floor. I thought this book was incredibly well written— it was complex and deep and fun to read all in one. Lots of different emotions throughout, including heartache, and toward the last 1/3 of the book, I found myself struggling to put it down because I had to know what would happen next. This is a beautiful book about love and loss and honesty and so much more. 4.5 stars from me!!

Reviewer: Destiny Reads Romance
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Holy hail spin!!!!
Review: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo was a masterpiece! Full of twist, turns, and oh snaps! To say I thoroughly enjoyed this book would be a HUGE understatement!This book follows Monique who is a writer who was picked by Evelyn to write her life story. As Evelyn goes into her life detail by detail you are instantly captivated. How she managed to get where she is, all the while hiding the biggest secret of all.Each husband and why she married them was very interesting. This book in general was such an interesting read I couldn’t help but pick and refused to put down. The story building and character developments were pretty amazing. There was some spice but not overly spicy. Honestly it’s very interesting that you don’t need it.Needless to say I can’t wait for the show and highly recommend you get your hands on this book.Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️Tropes:- Forbidden Love- Right Person Wrong Time- Marriage/ Divorce- LGBTQ+

Reviewer: Adrian
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Llegó en muy buenas condiciones, sin rasguños. En cuanto a la historia me enganchó desde los primeros capítulos!

Reviewer: Carolina Souza
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Lindo livro. História envolvente, que prende a atenção do leitor. Gostei também da forma de abordagem, uma mistura da própria biografia com a intenção de escrevê-la. Comprei pensando que seria um livro adolescente e me enganei. O livro aborda temas complexos e adultos, dificilmente absorvidos na integralidade por adolescentes

Reviewer: Rachel
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Everyone I know who has read this novel, absolutely loved it. Very well written and the story is so unique

Reviewer: J
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Really happy I got this edition of the book

Reviewer: A B
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Hands down the best book I've ever read! It's so beautifully written and definitely will help you recover from a reading slump.