The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Taylor Jenkins Reid

Aging Hollywood icon Evelyn Hugo decides it's finally time to reveal the truth behind her glamorous and scandalous life. To everyone's surprise, she selects unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant to write her biography. Monique, facing personal and professional challenges, seizes this unexpected opportunity to revitalize her career. As Evelyn unfolds her journey from 1950s Los Angeles to her exit from show business in the '80s, recounting her seven marriages, the narrative weaves together themes of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendships, and a forbidden love. Monique becomes deeply entwined in Evelyn's compelling story, feeling a genuine connection to the legendary star. However, as the narrative unfolds towards its conclusion, it becomes clear that Evelyn's life is tragically intertwined with Monique's own in ways both unexpected and irreversible.