This book completely destroyed me and put me back together in the best way. Seriously, grab your tissues because this book will have you emotional. This second chance at love romance is everything I didn't know I needed. I appreciated the depths of the story and how it highlighted grief and navigating love after loss. I also like that the story touches on how terminal illness and death impact the family as a whole. These things added to the story but the focus was definitely on our FMC and MMC, the tension between these two could be felt from the beginning and when they finally gave in to each other I was excited and smiling ear-to-ear. The spice in this book was perfect. Dr. Dresden and Professor Harper are one of my new favorite couples. Overall, this was a beautifully written book and I highly recommend it.

Let me start by saying that while I liked this book, it was not what I thought I was going to be getting and there were times where I actually shed some tears because there are some emotional scenes.

Somebody's Husband follows Dr. Dresden Xavier and Dr. Harper Kingsley and how their loss and grief in their lives helps them lean on each other more first as friends and co-workers which develops into something more. When the book starts off we meet Dresden's character in a flashback of how he met his wife and had his daughters but then we also learn how he lost her and is now deciding to move back to his hometown to be closer to family. He is having a hard time believing that he will be able to love again until he meets Harper..

Harper is dealing with her own situation which at first I will admit i was a little confused about but after I continued to read and saw her flashbacks, I got the full picture and understood that she was acting in a friend capacity. I thought it was nice that although the majority of the book was written in present day, it did have some flashbacks to get a glimpse into how the current situations were what they were and it helped develop the story a little more for Dresden and his deceased wife.

While I appreciated getting to hear from and see what their children were up to, at times I felt like it took a little away from Dresden and Harper's story. Overall I enjoyed the book and how it showed that you can have a second chance at love after losing your first love. It makes for a good read but check your triggers because there is a lot of mention of cancer within the book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Black Odyssey Media for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I knew after reading Somebody’s Wife that Robbi Renee had a new fan. I loved how well written that story was. When I received this ARC of Somebody’s Husband, I had to read it.

First things first, I loved how Robbi Renee tied the emotions of losing a significant other and finding love after said loss. It was realistic and so thought out. I also love how Dresden and Harper gradually found solace in each other.

This was a well written story from start to finish.

I can honestly say it left me utterly spellbound. From the very first page, I was drawn into a world rich with emotion and authenticity, where the characters felt like old friends grappling with their own struggles and desires. The story follows the intertwining lives of its protagonists, and I found myself deeply invested in their journeys as Renee masterfully captures the intricacies of marriage and the often-unspoken challenges that come with it. What struck me most was how she tackled difficult themes with grace and sensitivity, balancing darker moments with glimmers of hope and redemption that kept me on the edge of my seat. Her vivid descriptions and emotional depth created a rich tapestry that completely immersed me in the narrative, and the pacing was perfect, allowing me to savor moments of reflection while still maintaining a gripping momentum that had me turning pages late into the night. In conclusion, "Somebody's Husband" is a powerful novel that resonates on multiple levels, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who appreciates a beautifully written story about love, loss, and the complexities of the human heart—it's a journey I won’t soon forget!

Thank you to Robbi Renee and Black Odyssey Media for allowing me to read Somebody’s Husband!

Somebody’s Husband was such a good read about finding a new love after grief and loss. Dr Dresden Xavier is moving back to Monroe City to be closer to family after losing his wife Nina to cancer. Dr Xavier is heading a medical research team where he meets Harper Kingsley. Harper who is a caregiver, mother, and professor seeking love and peace in her hectic life. In each other they find peace, happiness, and so much more.

While I did enjoy the story I do feel the title is misleading, especially considering the popular books Somebody’s Wife & Somebody’s Forever. I enjoyed the dual POVs from Dresden and Harper. It gave an insight on what they bother were dealing with individual and how much healing they had to do together. Most of the story seemed to be about that, their actual connection and journey of love seemed rushed in some ways, as well as the ending. Overall this still was an enjoyable story that held my attention and I couldn’t put down. I can appreciate it’s a mature story about adults over 40 and the real life situations of death, grief, healing, and love.

Book Review: Somebody’s Husband by Robbi Renee- 4.5 stars!

Dr. Dresden Xavier and Professor Harper Kinsley were only supposed to be working together on a clinical research assignment. This working relationship transformed to a genuine friendship that evolved into so much more.

Robbie Renee’s execution of this love story shows a second chance romance after the loss of a spouse with both Dresden’s and Harper’s POV. And of course it ends with a happily ever after! I could truly feel the love as it developed in the pages for this book.

My heart is so full after reading such an incredible, powerful romance novel and was ready for the story to continue even after reading the last page.

Forever love. If you are fortunate to experience this in your lifetime, your hope is that it will last a lifetime. What happens when forever doesn’t last, and you are just left with love? Or, when the love looks different than when it began?

Navigating the world after that love can be challenging, especially when you have a lot more life to live, and living without loving isn’t really living at all.

This is the story of Dresden and Harper. Both having lost different types of love and having to live with the effects of those losses.

I loved both main characters individually and rooted for them for a good portion of the book. There were parts I think Dresden could have extended some grace to his daughter, but in the end they worked it out.

I can’t imagine letting go of love you thought would last a lifetime, to embrace what could really be your next lifetime love.

Thank you Black Odyssey Media and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this ARC.

As a Robbi Renee fan, I was thrilled to receive an ARC of Somebody's Husband. The story of Dresden and Harper unfolds as a slow burn, with each character wrestling with personal trauma while navigating life’s challenges. When their paths first cross in a professional setting, there's mutual attraction, but they both try to suppress their feelings.

Over time, Dresden and Harper develop a "working" friendship, all while fighting their attraction. The push and pull between them is palpable, though for me, the prolonged tension felt a bit drawn out. I would have loved to see more individual character development for both Dresden and Harper, which could have enriched the story and balanced the slow burn. Instead, the narrative primarily focuses on their struggle with their feelings, which follows a cycle of resistance until they finally give in.

Overall, Somebody's Husband was an enjoyable read, and I would love to see what lies ahead for Dresden and Harper in a future book.

Thank you to Black Odyssey Media and NetGalley for the ARC of Somebody's Husband!

I thoroughly enjoyed this story and reading all about the handsome Dr Dresden Xavier. It was so sad to see him loose his wife but moving back to his home time helped give him the love and support he needed from his family. Grief is a journey a person had to navigate for the rest of their life. Dr. Xavier's home was full of memories and relics of his late wife. With his wife seeming very present in his home, dating would be tricky. Professor Harper Kingsley would be the woman to test out Dr. Xavier's dating skills. The minute he met Professor Kingsley the first day he met his new team for his trial, I knew he was in for a ride. It seemed the two had sparks immediately. Harper's home life seemed to be rough since she was caring for her ill ex-husband which she was a great woman for that. I felt bad for the ex-husband but also he didn't appreciate Harper when he had her. Folks always realize what they had once they loose them. Now the ex husband was trying to make good and being there for his family even though he knew his time was very limited, but I didn't like that he put Dr. Xavier in jeopardy with his career and trial. It was nice to see how Harper and her ex mad amends in the end so that they both could stop feeling guilty before he transitioned. It was just nice to read this beautiful story of healing and a chance for new love again.

3.5⭐️ 1.5🌶️

Everyone who knows me knows I’m a super fan of Somebody’s Wife. So I was eager to get to this one based off my love for the previous books.

I was glad to be back in Monroe City at our favorite HBCU. The story opened up with familiar places and new faces. Dr. Dresden Xavier and professor Harper Kingsley were beautiful people with caring spirits dealing with the most unimaginable grief someone could experience at their young ages.
This one was heavy and filled with grief.

The internal conflicts Dresden had with his love for Nina, doing what’s right and moral in the cancer center, and his newfound desire for Harper was my favorite part of this story. Harper’s heart was so big and pure. I’m not sure a lot of people could’ve done what she did for her friend.

Together, I loved Dresden and Harper but it was hard for me to connect with them individually. I think I wanted to see more of them individually without their spouses being the center of who they were.

The last 20% of the book was BEAUTIFUL everything we read at 80%, I just wish we started getting that part of the book earlier around 40%. The last few pages left me saying “I wanted to read THAT! Oh, that’s what happened? I would’ve loved to read about it.”
I was thirsty for those stories that we didn’t get to experience. 😞😞

I would still recommend this book and inform readers to check trigger warnings because it is a very heavy topic.

Thank you Black Odyssey Media and NetGalley for the ARC copy in exchange for my honest review.

Review of Robbi Renee's 'Somebody's Husband'
In “Somebody’s Husband”

Blurb:

A grieving doctor and a nurturing professor join
forces on a potentially groundbreaking medical
study that sparks a profound connection neither
saw coming in this unconventional romantic drama from the author who brought you the book club favorite Somebody's Wife.

Dr. Dresden Xavier moved his family back to his
hometown of Monroe City after an unfortunate
tragedy. Searching for an escape from the reality
of grief and depression, Dresden buries himself
in a grueling medical research project that could
yield life-changing results. What was supposed to be a short-term partnership with the professor of nursing at Monroe University quickly morphs into a case study of love ... or maybe just an experiential error.

Harper Kingsley, a loving wife, mother, and
professor, sought tenure and a little peace and
happiness in her fast-paced life. In the public eye,
Harper is a poised perfectionist, but behind closed doors, she desperately fights to mend the broken threads of her feeble family. Lies, sickness, and secrets that could destroy her family permeate her soul until the healing touch of Dr. Xavier changes her trajectory. What was supposed to be a clinical research assignment evolves into something much greater and beyond their control.


My thoughts:

Robbi Renee masterfully explores the intricate tapestry of love, grief, and healing through the poignant journey of Dr. Dresden Xavier and Harper Kingsley. Both characters find solace in each other after experiencing the profound heartache of losing loved ones to cancer, creating a genuine connection that serves as the backbone of the story. The author deftly navigates the complexities of their relationship, illustrating how the road to healing is rarely straightforward, especially for Dr. Xavier, who is still grappling with the emotional aftermath of his late wife’s passing.

One of the book's standout elements is how Renee poignantly portrays the reactions of each family members to grief and their parents finding love again. A particularly touching moment occurs when the twins are disagreeing and one of Dr. Xavier’s twins steps in to fulfill her mother's last wish. When Harper Kingsley shares her own traumatic past with the twins it is heartwarming and marks a significant turning point in their connection, allowing the reader to witness the tender beginnings of their bond amid shared experiences of sorrow and loss of a mother.

Renee's sensitive depiction of difficult situations and emotions resonates deeply, inviting readers to confront their own feelings of loss and the spectrum of emotions tied to recovery. Her skillful writing reassures those who have traversed the path of grief that they are not alone, and it is perfectly acceptable to experience the full range of human emotion.

Character development is another triumph in this novel. Both Dr. Xavier and Harper evolve significantly throughout the story, with their individual journeys adding depth to their relationship. Renee takes the necessary time to flesh out their characters, allowing readers to genuinely invest in their growth and the evolution of their bond.

Overall, "Somebody’s Husband" is a beautifully crafted, emotional, and heartwarming read that resonates on multiple levels. Robbi Renee has created characters that are relatable and authentic, making their struggles and triumphs feel real. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone looking for a story that encapsulates the complexities of love and loss while offering hope for healing.

Thank you to Black Odyssey Media and NetGalley for this Advance Readers Copy ebook in exchange for my honest review.

Author Robbi Renee never seems to disappoint!! This book was well written, it was a steady read. I thoroughly enjoyed it from the beginning to the end. A true second chance at love at its finest. This book took me on a few emotional roller coasters. I laughed, cried and even yelled at the pages but it kept my attention. Professor Harper was a amazing woman better woman than most.... Dr. Xavier my my my he definitely deserved a happily ever after. Now I would like a continuation of this amazing love story if that's not to much to ask!!

This book was amazing! There were times it had me in tears. The character development. The genuine organic connection between characters. It was just as it would be in real life. Experiencing raw emotions after life's unexpected blows. Such a great love story.

thank you so much net galley for the arc copy. so this book was just so good such a beautiful,heart shattering read.Dresden and nina's love story was so emotinaly incrediable. definanly want to read more by this author.

So this book feels like it needs to be taken on two parts. Before and after Terrance’s death. Because it feels like two different stories. The first part is deeply emotional and the second part is more sexy and cozy.
I like the first part because of how all the characters are introduced. I think the reveal of Terrance and then the reveal that he and Harper were actually divorced was clever because at first I said wtf? 😂 I liked the character reveals. However, I do think all the stuff with Terrance took up way more space in the story than it should have. I feel like the story should have focussed more on the relationship between Harper and Dresden. In the second part of the story I felt that alot of aspects of their relationship were rushed because so much of the first part of the book was about Terrance and Harper’s failed marriage and only crumbs of Dresden and Harper. A lot of their relationship was happening in their own heads. It was almost 80% through that Dresden even expressed an interest in Harper. I did enjoy the sexiness of the second part of the story though. These people are grown and I loved reading grown folks fall in love and navigate a second chance at love. Another thing I wish was that the story took more time to adjust the kids to the new relationship and its effect on them. That part was rushed too. With Hasan I needed more of his issues in page than just in one sentence and since it’s Dresden and Harper’s story I would appreciate that stuff being on page and seeing how Dresden deals with Hasan. Also seeing Hasan and Trae notice specific differences between how their father treated their mother contrasted with Dresden’s treatment would have been interesting to build the bond with Dresden and to respect Harper more.

I enjoyed the third person POV shifting from different characters because it gave every person’s thought proves. I really liked that. The story is also written well and the dialogue was pretty good. I loved Dresden and Harper as a couple. I was rooting for them from the beginning and I loved their chemistry.

If there is one thing that Robbi Renee is going to do, it’s write a MMC that you absolutely fall in love with! This story was complicated but beautiful! One could hope that if they’re ever in a real situation like this, it turns out as beautiful as this book was written!

Dr. Dresden Xavier moved his family back to his hometown of Monroe City after an unfortunate tragedy. He throws himself into work with a medical research project, however, what he wasnt expecting was meeting the beautiful Harper Kingsley a Professor in the School of Nursing at Monroe University to be one of his colleagues. Harper is dealing with a heavy situation of her own! But once they meet each other they knew their meeting wasn’t coincidental!

I absolutely loved this book.

Harper and Dre both pulled at my heartstrings with their story.

Harper is dealing with so much on her plate. Being a caregiver is hard but being a caregiver to your ex husband while also parenting your teenage/adult sons while working full time is something else. Harper just wanted someone to see her and she got that with Dr. Xavier.


Dresden still reeling from the loss of his wife has made a bold move moving back to his hometown Monroe to be closer to family and friends. What he didn't know what a new love was waiting for him that neither would expect. One that would help usher in healing.

One thing I'm happy about was the realistic scenarios in book. Everything wasn't perfect but everything was the way it should be .

Somebody husband was amazing read and beautifully written. I'm not the typical person to cry while reading but baby I was sobbing. The way Dresden loved his wife is definition of in sickness and health. Him fighting with himself to not love another but as they said the heart wants what it wants. This was my first read with author and it will not be last.

This is an example of why adore Robbi Renee's books.🥰🥰 I was lured in with Dresden's story and the love of his life, Nina. Then we are introduced to Harper and her Ex Terrance. This story was so moving it brought tears😢😢 to my eyes..How challenging is it to find love again after....Please, do not sleep on Somebody's Husband.....I received a copy of this book from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Somebody's Husband by Robbi Renee is a uniquely different spin on the previous installment of Somebody's Wife/Forever. It is a fresh look at two couples relationships with spouses who are dealing with similar medical diagnoses and how it impacts the spouse, but more importantly, the children of medical professionals called to treat a terminal illness! It's lovingly gut-wrenching at times an honest look at how two families uniquely deal with the fallout from cancer. Two unsuspecting individuals, a doctor and nurse, find one another while exploring a critical clinical trial. It's the children and their love of their parents that set the stage for an amazing story of life's ups and downs while navigating grief. Dr. Dresden is exuding BDE while Nurse Kingsley is unassumingly alluring. A recipe for a very real and sexy romance with a few unexpected strings. Robbi Renee did it again, and I can only hope this becomes an audiobook because bringing these words to life can only be described as EPIC!