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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Taylor Jenkins Reid

Start date: June 1, 2019

Finish date: June 30, 2019

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Apr 18, 2020 Jenn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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What a wonderful surprise! I loved this book so much. Old Hollywood, feminism, sexuality - All topics that draw me in. This was a book I just didn't want to stop reading. I love Evelyn and loved the layers we got to know. Just a wonderful book. ...more

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Aug 23, 2019 Mickey rated it it was amazing

This was such a great book! I listened to the audiobook and it was alright- but the story was so good! I mean it sheds light on the life and love of being a movie star! It also brings to light the struggles of the lgbtqia+ community. Can’t even imagine living in such denial and secrecy. Such a good book!!

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Sep 11, 2018 Melissa rated it it was amazing

I loved this story! It’s one of those novels where I feel sad letting it go, or rather, letting Evelyn go.

Evelyn Hugo is a rising star in Hollywood during the 50s and 60s who is a determined woman willing to do whatever it takes to achieve fame and money. Turns out the truth of it is more than meets the eye. Her story, including her 7 marriages, was so engrossing that I read this one in 2 days.

I was intrigued by the fame and celebrity surrounding the main characters. The author successfully use ...more

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Apr 14, 2020 Crystal Rose rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Another wonderfully provocative and character driven story by this author. I again fully believed the characters, felt sorrow and joy along with them and never wanted the story to end.

I also highly recommend the audiobook for this. It was like listening to a play.

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