A review by eliseraine
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

emotional inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

A twisted but realistic and inspirational character. 


Evelyn Hugo embodies not only "pretty privilege," but she also has the guts and determination to get what she wants at the expense of her dignity and relationships. 

Inside her seemingly glamorous and perfect life is a flawed woman willing to manipulate the equally flawed system of fame and wealth. This book definitely shows the imperfect life behind the glitz and glamor of Hollywood, and how celebrities are forced to formulate the perfect mask to please or displease their audience.

I just love how the title itself reveals but also casts a shadow on the true story of Evelyn's life. The twist in the end was unexpected, but I hope it was explored more. The ending was also a total cliffhanger. I want to see what will happen to Monique's life and Evelyn's legacy after the revelation. 

After finishing, it left me with a whole new perspective on life and how to approach my goals. Here are some memorable quotes from the book:

I have long operated under the idea that civility is subservience. But it hasn’t gotten me very far, that type of kindness. The world respects people who think they should be running it.

When you’re given an opportunity to change your life, be ready to do whatever it takes to make it happen. The world doesn’t give things, you take things. If you learn one thing from me, it should probably be that.

People think that intimacy is about sex. But intimacy is about truth. When you realize you can tell someone your truth, when you can show yourself to them, when you stand in front of them bare and their response is “You’re safe with me”—that’s intimacy.

No one is just a victim or a victor. Everyone is somewhere in between. People who go around casting themselves as one or the other are not only kidding themselves, but they’re also painfully unoriginal.

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