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lilyz's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
part_time_dreamer's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
All I can say is that this was a masterpiece. I've never gravitated towards books that aren't fantasy or sci-fi. Atlas one day, bored at work and noticing the audiobook available on Spotify, I gave it a shot. Let me just say, I got hooked.
I really enjoyed the depth of each character, the way the main star of the story discusses her life, the newspaper clippings, and social media reads. All in all, I was pleasantly surprised, and sure as hell gasped out loud when pieces began to fall into place (sorry to all the poor co-workers around me).
This book knows how to dangle a carrot over your head so you keep turning the page.
I really enjoyed the depth of each character, the way the main star of the story discusses her life, the newspaper clippings, and social media reads. All in all, I was pleasantly surprised, and sure as hell gasped out loud when pieces began to fall into place (sorry to all the poor co-workers around me).
This book knows how to dangle a carrot over your head so you keep turning the page.
Content Warnings
Minor: Domestic abuse and Sexual content
1daved1's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I’m conflicted about this book. On one hand, I sympathize with the character, but on the other, the story feels a bit too melodramatic for my taste. While I appreciate the emotional depth, it leans a little too much into the “soapy” territory for me.
That said, I absolutely love Evelyn’s relationship with Harry. It reminds me of Elizabeth Taylor’s undying love for Montgomery Clift—unconventional, yet so genuine and profound. It’s relationships like these that give the story real depth, even when the rest feels a bit over the top.
That said, I absolutely love Evelyn’s relationship with Harry. It reminds me of Elizabeth Taylor’s undying love for Montgomery Clift—unconventional, yet so genuine and profound. It’s relationships like these that give the story real depth, even when the rest feels a bit over the top.
djorae03's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is my new favorite book. It truly is a masterpiece. The chapters go so in depth into Evelyn Hugo’s life, taking the reader on a journey through her younger years in Hell’s Kitchen, her start as an actress, the seven husbands along the way, and into her last years. Despite the amount of detail in every part, somehow Evelyn Hugo still remains a mystery. You are left guessing how Monique’s life intertwines with Evelyn’s until the very end, and then plot twist! This book goes through romance, loyalty, disloyalty, the inner workings of the film industry, body positivity, body negativity, LGBTQ+ in the 1940’s to current, and true love. I cried at least 7 times during this book, it truly was an emotional rollercoaster but I would give anything to read it for the first time again.
rmclain89's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
totessarah's review against another edition
5.0
Fabulous read! Thought provoking, interesting, and unforgettable. Highly recommend. Beautifully written! Still think about the themes on a regular basis.
ellathorpe's review against another edition
dark
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Suicide
sheepysheepa's review against another edition
5.0
Out of my reading slump after reading this book, read this book in one sitting till 1 AM! I read the book so quick, I knew I would need to reread it. No regrets. I want to erase my memory for my next reread in parts where I went ':O' but I saw this book in my dream today. So the only way I forget about it will be after people forget who Evelyn Hugo is.
lauriceanne's review against another edition
5.0
This was a great story. Loved to read about Evelyn's journey over the years.