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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
400 pages, 2018
In 1982, ethnobotanist Wade Davis traveled to Haiti to investigate two documented cases of zombies—people who had reappeared in Haitian society years after they had been formally declared dead and had been buried. Drawn into a netherworld of rituals and celebrations, Davis penetrated the vodoun mystique deeply enough to place zombification in its proper context within vodoun culture.
In the course of his investigation, Davis came to realize that the story of vodoun is the history of Haiti—from its African origins to Haiti’s successful independence movement, down to the present day where vodoun culture is, in effect, the government of Haiti’s countryside.
The Serpent and the Rainbow combine anthropological investigation with a remarkable personal adventure to illuminate and finally explain a phenomenon that has long fascinated Americans.
In The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Taylor Jenkins Reid explores the importance of being true to oneself. Evelyn, the protagonist, lives a life full of pretense and deception, but ultimately finds peace in embracing her true identity. This book encourages readers to look into their own lives and find the courage to be authentic.
Reid's book delves into the intricate nature of love and relationships. Evelyn's seven marriages show that love is not always straightforward or easy. It's a reminder to readers that love can be messy and complicated, but it's always worth it.
Evelyn Hugo's life is a testament to the fact that fame and fortune come with a price. The book explores the sacrifices she had to make to maintain her stardom. It's a great read for anyone interested in understanding the darker side of fame.
Despite her many marriages, it's Evelyn's friendship with Monique that stands out in the book. Their bond shows the importance of having a strong support system. This book encourages readers to appreciate and nurture their friendships.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo also tackles the struggle for acceptance. Evelyn, a bisexual woman in a time when such identities were not widely accepted, had to hide her true self. This book encourages readers to fight for acceptance and equality for all.
