The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Reviewed by: Alexandra Schenk, Student Intern
Genre: Fiction
Suggested Age: Adults
What is this Book About? Evelyn Hugo was a world famous actress in the 1960, but the thing most people seem to remember about her today are her seven marriages. Evelyn usually is a private person but she decides to come forward one more time. She agrees to give one last interview to unknown journalist Monique Grant. Monique, who just separated from her husband, sees the opportunity to improve her career. But the young journalist soon understands that Evelyn has her very own motives to share the story of her life. And what a story the aging actress has to tell: from her childhood in Hell’s kitchen, her marriages to two Hollywood stars, and her retirement in Spain with the love of her live.
My Review: First of all this is one of the best books I read in 2019! Taylor Jenkins Reid created an incredible strong and relateable main character. Evelyn Hugo gave up her name, her language, and her appearance for a career in Hollywood. She fought hard for her place in the glamorous movie world but she also learned that Hollywood is not as flawless and glamorous as it might seem. Evelyn Hugo is a strong woman in a time when women weren’t supposed to be strong and ambitious. She is reckless and arrogant, but this is what makes her such an amazing character! And besides having an incredible main character, the book also contains one of the most beautiful love stories I have ever had the pleasure to read.
Taylor Jenkins Reid confirmed in an interview that the fictional character of Evelyn Hugo was inspired by actress Elizabeth Taylor. If you like the glamour of old Hollywood, I can recommend this new favorite read of mine!
Three Words That Describe This Book: Romantic, Painful, Honest
Give it a Try if You Like: Cat on the Hot Tin Roof, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Casablanca
Rating: 5/5
