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

emotional funny sad 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? Yes

5.0

This book has a special place in my heart. Listening to the audio, I enjoyed myself so much. It is a book that I know I want to buy just so I can return to specific sections. 

I love that Evelyn is bisexual. I love how it is addressed that being gay is not the same as being bisexual, how she is attracted to Celia and to men. I appreciate that narrative and nuance and seeing it in such an eloquent way. For me, this was the first time I encountered such an explicitly bisexual character. And I felt seen. 

I love how her story is focused on all of that but how her sexuality is NEVER the only thing I care about, nor is it for any of the supporting characters. I loved the gossipy elements but also the way Evelyn uses the gossip and press to control her own narrative. 

And I love watching Monique’s life decisions and watching hee grow and create her narrative. I wish we could have stayed with her longer. And yet, maybe I don’t, because the book was great as is. 
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