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From bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid, known for the hit novel Daisy Jones & the Six, comes The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo—an irresistible exploration into the dazzling yet mysterious life of a beloved Hollywood icon. Perfect as a captivating summer read, this compelling novel follows legendary film star Evelyn Hugo as she reflects honestly, for the first time, on her tumultuous rise to fame, determined pursuit of success, and the private secrets she’s kept hidden for decades.

Now elderly and notoriously reclusive, Evelyn makes a surprising choice when she selects Monique Grant—a relatively obscure magazine writer who’s struggling personally and professionally—to tell her extraordinary life story. Even Monique herself is stunned; why would someone of Evelyn’s status choose her, and why now?

Monique, recently abandoned by her husband and facing career stagnation, seizes on this remarkable opportunity to boost her professional future. Invited into Evelyn’s luxurious home, Monique uncovers mesmerizing tales of the celebrated actress’s journey—from her arrival in Hollywood during the glamorous yet unforgiving 1950s, up until her stunning departure from the limelight in the 1980s. Evelyn shares openly about her seven marriages, her ambitious and relentless climb to stardom, complicated friendships, and a passionate, forbidden love.

As Evelyn’s powerful narrative unfolds, Monique finds herself deeply connected to the aging superstar, only to discover that their lives intersect in astounding, heartbreaking, and irreversible ways.

Praised by readers and critics alike as both heartbreaking and beautiful, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo delivers vivid drama, memorable characters, and captivating realness. It’s an unforgettable story that explores the hidden costs of chasing truth, both courageously and fearlessly, through Hollywood’s golden era into the sobering reality of today.