Reviews tagging 'Deadnaming'

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

2 reviews

ellaticonstellation's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad tense fast-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? It's complicated

5.0

Wow, just wow! Even though there are many disturbing things about this book (aka domestic abuse, lying, violence, tampering with the crime scene, etc.) I loved how well-crafted the characters were. Evelyn Hugo did what she had to do to get what she wanted and succeed in life; it was truly inspiring as a woman. She was super flawed, which made her compelling. Her story inspired Monique to take what she deserved and live a fuller life. I hope people who read this don't misinterpret the message. That fame was expensive, and it wasn't for everyone. Fame looked glamorous because of the money, but there were a lot of darkness and sacrifices involved to stay at the top. Her freedom had limits, and it made me sad. Evelyn wanted to express her true self, but she couldn't easily do it. It was the curse of her status in life. Overall, this book was excellent and a potential reread. Thank you so much, Taylor, for writing this book! People, love as long as you can; we never know our end.✨

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cancer, Chronic illness, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Deadnaming, Drug use, Homophobia, Infidelity, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Abortion, Blood, Addiction, Alcohol, Car accident, Cursing, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, Pregnancy, Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Violence, Vomit, Bullying, Racism, and Self harm

joeie's review

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring reflective 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Suicide, Biphobia, Lesbophobia, Homophobia, and Deadnaming

Moderate: Drug use

Minor: Abortion and Adult/minor relationship