What a delicious preview of Husband Material! I've been obsessed with Boyfriend Material for months now, literally listening to it again and again on my morning commute. Husband Material is one of the books I'm most looking forward to reading in 2022. I enjoyed the parallel of the book opening with another party scene, contrasting Luc's life pre and post Oliver. The first few chapters did an excellent job setting up plot lines and tension I can't wait to see unfold in the rest of the book. The characterization is spot on from Book 1 and I'm amazed at how fluidly Hall captured their voices again. I also like seeing what's changed in their relationship since the first book. Overall, I'm so so excited to read this. While I hope Luc and Oliver will have fewer miscommunication fueled fights in this book, I sense there may be some similar moments to come unfortunately. I do hope to see them get married, though I know if they decide it's not for them I trust Alexis Hall to do it in a way that feels satisfying.

What a sweet and fun romance! Love the representation and think fans of “Red,White, and Royal Blue” will love this book.

OMG OMG OMG I can not wait to read the rest of this. I love this author. I love these characters. I have been dreaming of the day Luc and Oliver's story was continued. SO good so far. I need the rest right now.

When I first started reading the first book in this duology (series? I honestly don't know. I'll gladly take as many books as the author is willing to write), I wasn't convinced. What gave me the final push to read it was the announcement of the second book so you can only imagine my excitement when I got the opportunity to reunite, even for a moment, with my favourite character in those five chapters. The author said that writing this book and being with those characters again felt like coming home. And I might not know where this story is going to take us but I do know one thing for sure - it really does feel like coming home. There's this unexplainable warmth in my chest when I think about picking up this book in a few months and going with Luc and Oliver on another adventure.
I was raving to my friend about the previous book and she said to me "everyone has their guilty pleasure". And I do agree to some extent but if I'm being completely honest - I do not feel guilty about the pleasure I get from reading those books.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher who provided a preview of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Wow. I need more! It was five chapters of what life was like for Luc at this point. Luc and Oliver have been together for two years. And with any relationship the ups and downs go with it, I don’t want to spoil the beginning of this beautiful story. Just that it was amazing! Now I cannot wait for the book!

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for my preview of this book.

The first five chapters of this felt like jumping right back in with more stable, confident Lucian and a vulnerable Oliver. They both still have the same faults, but without the uncertainty that comes with a new relationship. I love that the supporting characters feel very true to their Boyfriend Material selves, even though it's been 2 years. I absolutely love Alexis Hall's characters and I can't wait to read the full book and see where Oliver and Luc end. As well as learn more about how it shakes out with Lucian's posse, dad, and Oliver's family!

My excitement for this book IS SOOOOO REAL!!! I adore these boys and I'm just as read as they are!!😭😭😭

First off, Boyfriend Material absolutely owns my heart and soul, and so I have been anxiously awaiting Husband Material for what feels like FOREVER. This tease was just that... such a TEASE. Ugh I missed Luc and Oliver and this was a perfect taste of what's to come and what is sure to be an absolute joy to read when the book is released!

This little excerpt sounds so good! I love the premise and would love to review the full book. Husband Material is a sequel and I love how it ties in to the first book.

I absolutely loved Boyfriend Material and I'm so excited for this sequel! These chapters have just made the wait until August even harder; I love Alexis Hall's writing and being back with these characters is so much fun.

INCREDIBLE START TO A MUCH ANTICIPATED SEQUEL! I can't wait to see what's next for Luc and Oliver, and this excerpt proves that Husband Material will be worth the wait.

Just read the first five chapters, and they’re just as charming, funny, and entertaining as Boyfriend Material was. Can’t wait to read the rest of what is sure to be a great sequel!

I am very excited for this book but also very scared that my boys are not gonna be ok PLEASE LET THEM BE OK

I have been waiting for what feels like ages for Husband Material, the sequel to Boyfriend Material, to come out. It isn't really ages - it just feels that way because Boyfriend Material is hands-down one of my favourite books ever and everyone I've introduced to it has loved it.
I"ve missed Luc and Oliver and of course all their friends and so the news that the preview for Husband Material was available was the highlight of my January.

This short 5-chapter preview feels like the equivalent of a 30 minute coffee chat with someone you haven't seen in ages and the minute you start talking you already know you'll need longer, much longer.

Husband Material starts 2 years after the end of Boyfriend Material. Unlike in the first book, Luc seems to be in a good place - more stable and not quite so prone to heaping scorn on himself. I'm not sure what's going on with Oliver - I was just getting a sense of something when the preview ended.

All the banter between Luc's friends, his coworkers and of course Luc and Oliver made me laugh. I really should have known better than to read this next to a sleeping person. Apparently some people don't appreciate being woken up to hear about Rhys' live streamed debate (go figure).

Now I'm hanging on until August to read the rest (no spoilers here).

This was EVERYTHING and I need Husband Material NOW!

We start this book with the most Luc situation ever - a nice party, a vulva hat, running into an ex - just a casual day in Luc's life. Well, at least it used to be. But now Luc's life is on track: he is doing well at his job, his apartment is put together, AND he has a wonderful boyfriend.
In the first five chapters we get a glimpse into Luc and Oliver's life and how they have been happy together for two year now. *heart eyes* BUT I already know (based particularly on chapters 3-5) that Alexis is gonna make us suffer with Husband Material as well and my poor heart is not ready. (Lies, it is SO ready!)

I am praying to all the bookish gods that I get to read an arc of Husband Material once they become available as well! I simply cannot wait until August for this gorgeous, gorgeous book. I need to know what happens next. *pitiful crying*

I am such a huge fan of Boyfriend Material and have been giddy with excitement waiting for Husband Material to be released! All I can say after reading the preview (ch. 1-5) is.... I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE REST OF THE BOOK! It seems like this sequel is going to be just as charming, humorous, and sweet as book 1. I'll be counting down the days until I can read the rest of Luc and Oliver's story, but in the meantime, I'll be swooning!

ALEXIS HALL DOES IT AGAIN!!!
(Spoiler Free)

This preview of Husband Material is everything we were hoping for. Fellow lovers of Boyfriend Material, you will be more than happy with this one. The light (and sometimes hilariously serious) tone is maintained, and you are taken right back into that lively world.

Luc and Oliver have settled into their relationship and are blissed out in love. Things look hunky-dory with their relationship, work, and friends; but certain new developments (which I shall not name) have Luc mildly-to-moderately worrying. Luc, typically, is handling things in his chaotic but well-meaning way, while Oliver is handling things (things being Luc) in his calm, posh and gentle way. I feel things in my heart every time Oliver calls Luc by his actual full first name ‘Lucien’, which is every time.

It was so sweet, I kept scrolling down for more, but alas, we only have five chapters for now.

*I received an ARC of the first five chapters from #NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*

Started off a little slow but then it picked up. I’m curious to see where this story will go. During the preview it didn’t reveal any big plot development with the main character so the possibilities are endless! Luc seems like the perfect gay best friend and someone everyone needs in there life, how could you not love a main character like that?

I will be posting a review of the preview on my Instagram @libraryofhallie and on Goodreads!

I got a 5 chapter preview from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.

Boyfriend Material is one of my all-time favorite books ever, and I was so excited when I heard that we're getting a sequel! This preview only makes me more excited for this book!! :D

These books are a cheesy fun rom-com in the best way possible! The humor gives the book lightness meanwhile dealing with mental health and the two never feel unbalanced. Luc's narration and the books humor are as great as ever. I love these characters so much. Luc's and Bridget's friendship is SO much fun. (token gay/straight besties!) I can't wait to see what shenanigans Luc and Oliver get up to!
I can't wait to get my hands on a full copy!

This was super cute! I actually did not know this would be the sequel to Boyfriend Material (although now it all makes sense) but it was refreshing to remember! The characters were as charming as ever and I can't wait to revisit the full book in August (and reread Boyfriend Material in the meantime).