“Riveting, heart-wrenching, and full of Old Hollywood glamour, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is one of the most captivating reads of 2017.” —BuzzFeed
“The epic adventures Evelyn creates over the course of a lifetime will leave every reader mesmerized. This wildly addictive journey of a reclusive Hollywood starlet and her tumultuous Tinseltown journey comes with unexpected twists and the most satisfying of drama.” —PopSugar
In this entrancing novel “that speaks to the Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor in us all” (Kirkus Reviews), a legendary film actress 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.
“The epic adventures Evelyn creates over the course of a lifetime will leave every reader mesmerized. This wildly addictive journey of a reclusive Hollywood starlet and her tumultuous Tinseltown journey comes with unexpected twists and the most satisfying of drama.” —PopSugar
In this entrancing novel “that speaks to the Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor in us all” (Kirkus Reviews), a legendary film actress 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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LeahBookishObsession
(Grade: A–) This book is loved by many, so I figured I should read/listen to it already...that, and I know Taylor Jenkins Reid can write relationships that are complex, honest and even a little gritty. After all, she completely won me over with Daisy Jones & the Six. Overall, the story itself is fantastic, her chase for that elusive Oscar...and of course, the epic love story with a twist of sorts. I also loved the little bit of mystery that it had going on too (I had no clue).
(Grade: A–) This book is loved by many, so I figured I should read/listen to it already...that, and I know Taylor Jenkins Reid can write relationships that are complex, honest and even a little gritty. After all, she completely won me over with Daisy Jones & the Six. Overall, the story itself is fantastic, her chase for that elusive Oscar...and of course, the epic love story with a twist of sorts. I also loved the little bit of mystery that it had going on too (I had no clue).(Rated on Apr 9, 2020)
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274pol (Grade: B) wow. i love this author. this is unlike her other works but still awesome. can't wait for her next book.
(Rated on May 23, 2018)
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Bug
(Grade: B) I really enjoyed this book. I found Evelyn to be a very engaging character and the different themes of this book non-trivial. Monique Grant, the journalist called in to tell Evelyn’s story was also herself. Definitely worth a read, even if it is a quick one. The big reveal did surprise me but was not unexpected.
(Grade: B) I really enjoyed this book. I found Evelyn to be a very engaging character and the different themes of this book non-trivial. Monique Grant, the journalist called in to tell Evelyn’s story was also herself. Definitely worth a read, even if it is a quick one. The big reveal did surprise me but was not unexpected.(Rated on Feb 8, 2019)
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amachat
(Grade: B) I liked this book a lot. It was a lot of things, but it's very unapologetically itself. I didnt love the writing style and some moments felt clunky or contrived, but it fits the subject well, reading like a pulpy bio or a magazine. Where it shines is in its characters. They are complex and not always likeable, and where the plot could have been sensational or focused on spectacle it was instead deeply human. This book made me feel seen, made me cry, I'm sure it didnt get everything right, but
(Grade: B) I liked this book a lot. It was a lot of things, but it's very unapologetically itself. I didnt love the writing style and some moments felt clunky or contrived, but it fits the subject well, reading like a pulpy bio or a magazine. Where it shines is in its characters. They are complex and not always likeable, and where the plot could have been sensational or focused on spectacle it was instead deeply human. This book made me feel seen, made me cry, I'm sure it didnt get everything right, but (Rated on May 22, 2020)
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lala
(Grade: A) I loved this so much. I was yelling out loud at the end goin POPS! pops was like what is it???? i was like MY BOOK!!! oh my goodness so good.
(Grade: A) I loved this so much. I was yelling out loud at the end goin POPS! pops was like what is it???? i was like MY BOOK!!! oh my goodness so good.(Rated on Jun 16, 2020)
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