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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 2 When you live in your car, you have to keep things simple. You’re not going to be hosting any major gatherings, for one thing. No wine and cheese parties, no poker nights. That’s fine, because I don’t have anyone I want to see. The bigger problem is where to take a shower. Three days after I was evicted from my studio, which was three weeks after I got fired from my job, I discovered a rest stop that had showers. I almost cried with joy when I saw it. Yes, the showers have very little…
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      Prayers

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Prayers are presented as a deep invitation to connect intimately with the divine, drawing attention to a heart-centered approach to experiencing love and communion with the Creator. The focus is on the breath, encouraging readers to become aware of this simple yet vital process. In doing so, the chapter highlights how something as fundamental as breathing can offer immense peace and joy. It serves as a reminder that the breath is a tool for mindfulness, grounding us in the present moment and offering a…
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      Acknowledgments

      by testsuphomeAdmin ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Thank you to the following people who make my life blessed beyond all measure: To my husband, Josh: You got me through this year. (Through many years before it, but this one in particular.) I don’t have the words to describe how much I love you, and how grateful I am for all that you do. For the countless meals you cooked so I didn’t have to stop writing; for the hundreds of dishes you washed afterward so I could run back into my office and keep working; for the hours of dog-walking,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Readers Club Guide: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo This reading group guide for The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo includes an introduction, discussion questions, and ideas for enhancing your book club. The suggested questions are intended to help your reading group find new and interesting angles and topics for your discussion. We hope that these ideas will enrich your conversation and increase your enjoyment of the book. Introduction Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 69 presents a profound internal conflict as the protagonist faces a momentous decision in the subway tunnel, questioning whether to intervene in Evelyn’s planned suicide or honor her autonomy. As he stands before the turnstiles, the weight of his choices presses upon him. Should he stop her? Should he turn around and seek help? Should he respect her decision to end her life on her own terms? This pivotal moment encapsulates a deep moral struggle—one that many may encounter when confronted with…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 68 begins with the protagonist reflecting on her decision to visit Evelyn’s apartment, unsure exactly when she made up her mind to go. It was almost as if the decision was made for her, as she suddenly found herself on the way there, walking through the familiar streets from the subway. The closer she gets to Evelyn’s apartment, the more she realizes that there was no other choice but to come; it was as inevitable as anything could be. She understands that her position at Vivant, the magazine…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 67 begins with the protagonist walking into her home, feeling both emotionally and physically drained. The weight of the day seems to bear down on her as she instinctively throws her bag onto the couch, her movements almost robotic. She’s tired, angry, and overwhelmed, with her eyes aching as if they've been squeezed dry, a physical manifestation of the mental exhaustion she’s experiencing. Without bothering to take off her coat or shoes, she sits down and, almost mechanically, responds to an…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 66 begins with the protagonist sitting on the couch, her mind overwhelmed with the memories of her father. The images of him lifting her in the air in the backyard or sharing banana splits for breakfast are tinged with a bittersweet sorrow, as she has always associated them with the way he died—believing that his mistakes led to his untimely passing. Now, as she reflects on his life, she struggles with how to view him. A defining trait that once anchored her perception of him is gone, replaced by…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 65 takes the protagonist on a turbulent emotional journey, from fury to self-realization, as the truth about her father’s death is slowly revealed. The anger that begins to well up inside her starts as fear, a deep, instinctive dread that quickly transitions into disbelief. The sense of disbelief evolves into denial, as she struggles to accept the reality of the situation—“No, this can’t be true. It’s a mistake, surely.” But when the truth finally hits her, it’s impossible to ignore.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 62 takes the reader through a significant transformation in Evelyn Hugo's life, a shift from the dazzling spotlight of her early years to a quieter, more reflective existence. After decades spent in the media's glare, Evelyn ultimately finds peace in a stable, though passionless, marriage with Robert, who provides her with the consistency she now craves. Following the painful passing of her beloved Celia, Evelyn's once vibrant world fades into a quieter routine, defined by charitable work and a…
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