I cannot say that this book is beautifully written. I found the writing style to be a bit harsh for my taste. And yet, it is the most compelling book I’ve read in ages. I honestly couldn’t put it down. Initially it seemed to be a mundane Hollywood tell all. But it quickly evolved into a story about the complexities of how and who we love, and about the morally gray area of motivation. And at its very heart, it is a beautiful love story.
Of course, the Hollywood press usually gets it wrong in the book, because they are so cleverly manipulated by their subjects. It’s quite amazing, the wide gulf between truth and “press” and what we tell ourselves. I admired the ruthless honesty of Evelyn Hugo.
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