The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid ~ Book Review

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taylor Jenkins Reid's writing is so good. I just breezed through this book. Her character development and just the way she gave a very distinctive voice to Evelyn and Monique; I hope this turns into a movie or series.

I had, of course, perceived notions that Evelyn would just be a complete slut throughout this book and Reid completely proved me wrong. The story had real meat to it and each husband a very distinctive place in Evelyn's life.

My favorite character was Monique, the reporter. I just really related to her take as a journalist. She was inquisitive, starts out shy and then she starts to get a back bone. I found myself really rooting for her through out the story.

At times this book made me forget I was reading and that it was getting late. And for me that is a sign of good writing, Reid completely captured me in the story of old Hollywood and what really goes on when the cameras are off. I can't wait to read more of her work.

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Review ~ Verity by Colleen Hoover

Verity by Colleen Hoover
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my stars Colleen Hoover is an absolute genius. This book reads like a movie or better yet a soap opera. Each chapter ends in a way that makes you want to know more about the multiple storylines. Like legit keep you up when you know you should be sleep because you have to work the next day. This book will have you negotiating with your alarm clock.

This is a novel within a novel. Hoover's character development and descriptions left me thinking I personally knew these people. There is drama, passion and definitely some suspense. Lowen, which by the way is a really good name choice it sticks out, character was so intense. She had past issues, was a good person, introvert, but wanted to just do what's right for her. Jeremy is a devoted husband, excellent father. The nurses, maybe it's just me, but they kind were slightly comic relief.

Overall this book was a well rounded suspense that I couldn't solve and I loved it.

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Review ~ The Mother of Black Hollywood: A Memoir

The Mother of Black Hollywood: A Memoir by Jenifer Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh I absolutely love Jenifer Lewis, her spirit is just amazing. Lewis gives us 100% of her acting career in the reading of this novel. I first started reading the novel via kindle book, but once I found out she was her own voice in the Audiobook I immediately had to hear her read it. I have never suggested an audiobook over a physical or digital one; but baby this one you have to hear.

I've known for quite some time that Lewis was an advocate for mental health but never knew the reason why. I'm really glad this wasn't a bash Hollywood or tell all the dirt kind of book. It simply just gives the ups and downs Ms. Lewis experienced from her younger years to present.

In full Jenifer fashion, Lewis gives us the full Award winning performance, whether it be in her titles of the books (Chapter 2 - Shoulders back, Titties first) or in the excitement in her voice while recounting certain memories. I learned a lot from Ms. Lewis, but what stuck with me most is that although she had her ups and downs she still remained the same Jenifer at heart. She truly had a heart of gold and wanted the best for everyone. You don't have to step on others and dull others to get your shine.

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