The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

The story is set in the golden age of Hollywood, and it centers around the main character, Evelyn Hugo, a fictional famous Hollywood actress.

Evelyn is now an elderly woman and she wants to tell her story to a young magazine reporter, Monique Grant, before she dies. Monique is initially skeptical of Evelyn's offer, but as she starts to learn more about Evelyn's life, she becomes increasingly fascinated by the actress's story.

Evelyn's story is one of glamour, scandal and secrets. She was born into a poor immigrant family and she had to fight her way to the top. She quickly becomes one of the most famous actresses of her time, but her success comes at a price. She is forced to hide her true identity and marry seven men along the way in order to maintain her public image.

Evelyn's marriages are all different but they all have one thing in common: they're all for show. Evelyn is gay, but she can't reveal her true self in the conservative Hollywood of the 1950s and 1960s. Her marriages are a facade to keep her secret safe and to maintain her fame.

As Monique delves deeper into Evelyn's story, she starts to see parallels between her own life and the actress's. Monique is dealing with her own personal struggles and Evelyn's story helps her to see things in a different light.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a novel that deals with themes of identity, love, and the cost of fame. It is a compelling, emotional and thought-provoking story that will resonate with readers who are interested in Hollywood's golden age and the price of fame. The novel is praised for its well-developed characters, and the author's ability to create an authentic and nuanced portrayal of Hollywood during the 1950s and 1960s. The novel also deals with a LGBTQ+ themes and it's praised for its respectful and nuanced representation of a closeted gay woman in Hollywood.

Jenkins Reid's writing style is praised for its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and for its rich and detailed descriptions of Hollywood during the 1950s and 1960s. The novel is considered a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of Hollywood and the human experience.