After becoming popular on BookTok, “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” surged to the top of the New York Times bestsellers list, and has since become one of the most popular romance books in recent history. The novel has attracted readers searching for a complex romance, an intriguing mystery, and a glimpse into 1950s Old Hollywood.
“The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” begins with a young, aspirational journalist named Monique Grant. Monique is tasked with interviewing a famous actress, Evelyn Hugo, who dominated the Hollywood film industry from the late 50s to the 80s. Desperate to prove herself, Monique eagerly agrees to the assignment, ready to shed light on the enigma that is Evelyn Hugo and her seven husbands… Over the course of the book, readers learn about Evelyn Hugo’s rise to fame, her infamous seven husbands, her struggles in dealing with Old Hollywood culture, and- perhaps most fascinating of all- her connection to Monique. However, the element of this novel that we believe has made it so popular, is the unexpected romance that continuously keeps readers on their toes, and longing for a satisfying conclusion.
With a 4.41 out of 5 star average rating on Goodreads, “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” remains Taylor Jenkins Reid’s highest rated book on the platform, as well as the most popular. Most critics have called it her best literary work up to date.
The only thing better than a beautifully-crafted romance that tackles issues still relevant to today’s day and age, keeps you on the edge of your seat, and is impossible to put down? The perfect soundtrack.
Here are a couple songs that embody two of the main characters in, “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo”…
The song “Good Luck Babe”, by Chappell Roan, Told from the perspective of a powerful woman adamant that a past lover will never find anyone better than her, this song perfectly encapsulates a dynamic between two of the most interesting characters in “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.”
“She Knows”, by Hollie Col: This song describes the pain and longing that comes from realizing that you have lost the love of your life, and now they’re with someone else. “She Knows” aligns with the feelings of regret and jealousy which are prominent throughout the novel, especially in regards to a fan-favorite character, Celia St. James…
Happy reading!
