Publication Date: June 2017
Synopsis:
Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. But when she chooses unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant for the job, no one is more astounded than Monique herself. Why her? Why now?
Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband has left her, and her professional life is going nowhere. Regardless of why Evelyn has selected her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career.
Summoned to Evelyn’s luxurious apartment, Monique listens in fascination as the actress tells her story. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the ‘80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way, Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Monique begins to feel a very real connection to the legendary star, but as Evelyn’s story nears its conclusion, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique’s own in tragic and irreversible ways.
What To Expect:
Readers can expect an adult LGBTQ historical fiction about the fictional film star, Evelyn Hugo, with a particular focus on her love life.
Content Warnings:
Language: Heavy use of cursing throughout
Sexual Content: Open Door – Reference to prostitution, kissing, extramarital affairs, open door sex scenes, mention of a threesome (no description), relationship with a minor
Violence: Physical abuse
Substance Use: Alcohol (moderate-heavy, includes alcoholism and underage drinking, drunk driving), cigarettes, cocaine (mild)
Prejudices: Racism (moderate – against Cubans, biracial people, and Black people), against LGBTQ community (moderate)
Religious Themes: None
Other Topics: Cancer, divorce, loss of loved ones, abortion & suicide
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