Hollywood Wives

by Jackie Collins
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Good Books rating 3.1
Contemporary Fiction
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  • ID: 8859
  • Added: 2025-12-22
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780671704599
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 1987-08-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Hollywood Wives takes readers on a journey through the opulent lives of the wives of Hollywood's most famous men. These women lunch at exclusive restaurants, shop at high-end boutiques, and maintain their physiques at the trendiest gyms. Their lives are a whirlwind of luxury and drama, where gossip is currency and alliances are as fleeting as the latest fashion trend. /n/n The book captures the essence of Hollywood's glamour and the underlying tensions that simmer beneath the surface. It's a world where appearances are everything, and the stakes are higher than ever. From the salons of Beverly Hills to the hottest nightclubs, these women navigate a landscape where reputation is everything and betrayal is always just around the corner.

Reviews
The Storygraph · 2025-12-22
intriguing 2.50

The book is a trashy gossip rag about fictional people with zero redeeming qualities, but it also includes a murder mystery that adds intrigue.

The Storygraph reviewer described 'Hollywood Wives' as a trashy gossip rag about fictional people with zero redeeming qualities. However, they noted that the inclusion of a murder mystery adds an element of intrigue to the story. The reviewer found the pacing to be gripping, with the switching of perspectives keeping the reader engaged. Despite the lack of redeeming qualities in the characters, the plot is compelling and makes for a dark summer read.

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    Hollywood Wives is a trashy gossip rag about fictional people with zero redeeming qualities.

    The pacing grabs you right away and doesn't let go.

    The switching from perspective takes a bit of getting used to.

CriminOlly · CriminOlly · 2021-11-24
entertaining 3.00

The characters are broad stereotypes, but the dialogue is serviceable and there's no lack of incident. The plot keeps readers engaged throughout.

CriminOlly found the characters in 'Hollywood Wives' to be broad stereotypes, which might not appeal to everyone. However, they appreciated the serviceable dialogue and the constant stream of incidents that keep the story moving. The reviewer noted that while the book doesn't delve deeply into character development, it does provide a steady stream of entertainment. They also mentioned that the plot is engaging and keeps readers hooked, making it a quick and enjoyable read.

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    The characters are broad stereotypes, the dialogue is serviceable and there's no lack of incident.

    Collins doesn't often squeeze as much out of her characters as she might.

    The plot keeps readers engaged throughout.

Goodreads · 1983-07-01
entertaining 3.80

The book is a nice, thick read that goes into detail about each character and their secrets. It's an entertaining read with great characters and an addictive plot.

Goodreads reviewers found 'Hollywood Wives' to be a nice, thick book that delves deeply into each character and their secrets. They appreciated the detailed portrayal of the characters and their lives, which adds depth to the story. The plot is described as addictive, keeping readers hooked throughout. The reviewer also noted that the book is extremely entertaining, with great characters that make the story engaging and enjoyable.

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    Hollywood Wives is a nice, thick book that goes into detail about each character and what she should not be doing behind her husband's back!

    Customers find this book an extremely entertaining read with great characters and a plot that keeps them hooked throughout.

    They appreciate its addictive story.

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