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In this special episode of Dragons and Spaceships, we trade dragons for drama as we dive into the glitzy, heartbreaking world of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. From old Hollywood glamour to raw emotional truths, we unpack Evelyn’s unapologetic ambition, her complex identity, and the love story that defined her life. Plus, we explore why Monique Grant was chosen to tell Evelyn’s story, and what this novel reveals about power, race, and reinvention.

We also touch on the upcoming Netflix adaptation, fan casting buzz, and answer a listener question about Abbi Jimenez’s latest book.

Key Points

• Evelyn Hugo’s rise to fame and the cost of ambition
• The mystery behind Monique Grant’s role in Evelyn’s life
• Evelyn’s relationship with Celia St. James: love, loss, and legacy
• Themes of identity, race, sexuality, and self-reinvention
• Netflix adaptation news and fan casting favorites
• Listener Q&A: Is Just For The Summer a worthy follow-up to Abbi Jimenez’s hits?

Content Warnings:

• Emotional abuse
• Loss and grief
• Homophobia and discrimination

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