I have mixed feelings about this book. There were some parts that were really tense and thrilling and gripped my attention, but there were elements that I found hard to believe. Overall, I felt it was lacking some realness.

YIKES—this one had me questioning everything.
My Loving Husband is a fast-paced, twisty thriller that pulled me in right away. Maddie seems to have the perfect life with her husband, Cole—until she gets a message saying he’s planning to kill her. From there, everything unravels. Secrets come to light, trust breaks down, and Maddie doesn’t know who to believe.

Sheryl Browne keeps the suspense going with sharp writing and plenty of jaw-dropping moments. I guessed a few twists, but I was still hooked from start to finish. A solid four-star read for anyone who loves domestic thrillers with a dark edge.

Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture, and Sheryl Browne for the opportunity to read this in exchange for a review.

Big thanks to Bookouture for a copy on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
My Loving Husband is a smartly paced read full of secrets, lies, deception, obsession and of course revenge.
Sheryl Browne is a definite go to psychological thriller author with her books being very addictive.
This one is no exception, a very sharp medical domestic drama with a clever twist or two.
Maddie and her surgeon husband Cole led a busy and blissful life.
Cole always on the go with his job at the hospital and Maddie working occasionally looking after their three kids.
One day Maddie receives a disturbing text about Cole setting off a cluster of events that affect everyone.
Unexpected twists and shocking reveals occur until the ultimate climax.
A selection of questionable characters, a colourful plot and a tale that will have you hooked from the start.
An eventful and memorable story.
Get quickly immersed in the melodrama of this brainy read.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for an ARC ebook!

My Loving Husband tells the story of Maggie and Cole. Cole is a well-respected neurosurgeon (as is typical in these types of stories) who works too much and is neglecting his family (as is typical in these types of stories). Maggie begins to receive texts and calls asking if she really knows what her husband is up to and secrets are slowly revealed (as is typical in these types of stories).

The middle of the book was a little frustrating, and I felt that we were in the dark with the twists, but it finished strong. Full disclosure, there was a preview for another book at the end of the file so the book ended rather abruptly. In retrospect, the book flowed better than I expected when I knew the book wasn't quite as long as I thought, which moved my rating from a low four stars to a high four stars.

It's always tough to review thrillers without spoiling anything, so I will just say that the book had me hooked. It was entertaining and handled some delicate topics in a really skillful and respectful way. I'll definitely be exploring the other books by Sheryl Browne!

Thank you so much for allowing me to read this ARC. I enjoyed this book very much. Such a gripping psychological thriller following Maddy, Cole and their family who have the perfect life. That's what Maddy thought until she gets a disturbing phone call from an unknown number claiming her husband isn't who she thought he was and that her perfect family is not so perfect after all and begins to question her husband and his trust. Great read with lost of twists and turns. If you are looking for an amazing read you can't put down.

Jaw dropping twists that just keep on coming. This is my first book from this author and most of the twists were so surprising that my jaw was slack lol. Nice fun read that I read in one sitting. Definitely recommend

"My Loving Husband" is a psychological thriller that revolves around Maddie, a pediatric nurse, and her spouse Cole, a distinguished neurosurgeon. At first glance, their lives appear idyllic, characterized by a nurturing family and thriving careers. However, beneath this veneer exists an underlying tension, exacerbated by Cole's demanding profession and his increasing emotional detachment from Maddie. As she grapples with the challenges of managing their household and children independently, a series of foreboding anonymous messages begins to dismantle her sense of security.
Sheryl Browne deftly infuses suspense throughout the text, creating a tangible sense of unease that ensnares readers from the outset. The alternating viewpoints of Maddie and Cole offer insights into their emotional dilemmas, augmenting the mystery enveloping their marriage. Just when you think that you have discerned the plot, startling revelations arise, challenging your preconceptions and amplifying the tension. The story is replete with unexpected twists and turns that keeps you in suspense regarding whom to trust. Maddie's existence becomes increasingly tumultuous as she unearths concealed truths, prompting her to confront her fears and reevaluate her relationship with Cole. The intricate characterizations and their evolving motivations enrich the narrative, rendering it a captivating read.
The pacing of the novel is brisk, featuring concise, compelling chapters that urges you to continue turning the pages. The complexities of Maddie and Cole's relationship unveil a darker dimension of love, trust, and betrayal. "My Loving Husband" offers a profound examination of the fragility of trust within interpersonal relationships, laden with suspense and unforeseen twists that leave readers questioning their assumptions. This is a must-read for enthusiasts of psychological thrillers.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advance copy in exchange for my review.

If you’re looking for a fluffier book that’s fast paced with some thrill to it. Look no further. Excellently written, left you guessing. Perfect weekend quick read

This was one of those stories that takes a long time to get interesting. I won’t sugarcoat it—the beginning was slow, and at times, outright boring. It dragged on so much that I almost DNF-ed it. But after nearly a month, I picked it back up, and thankfully, things started to pick up around the halfway point.

What truly redeemed the book for me was the ending. The big reveal was genuinely shocking and well-executed—I absolutely loved that part.

Now, onto the things I didn’t enjoy, apart from the sluggish start:

1. POV Shifts – The constant switching between first-person and third-person POvs were annoying. While not typically bad, it did made me feel weird.
2. Character Development – Most of the characters felt underdeveloped. They lacked depth and didn’t feel fully fleshed out.
3. Unnecessary Subplots – There were several side dramas that seemed to serve little purpose. While they may have contributed slightly to the main drama, they were left unresolved and felt more like filler than substance. The author could've tied everything up with the final big reveal or resolved them, separately. But it felt like they were solely there for being... just there.

Overall, I have mixed feelings about this book. It’s okay for a one-time read, especially if you're a fan of domestic thrillers. The ending alone might make it worth it for some readers.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sheryl Brown for providing me with a copy of this book!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC for review purposes.

This novel kept me reading from start to end. Just when I thought I had it all figured out there was another twist.

I was annoyed by the fact that the whole novel could have been about 5 pages long if the characters only talked to each other. But, once I got past that I enjoyed the ride immensely.

Sheryl Browne never disappoints and this had all the twists and a great plot that kept the pages turning. Recommended
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for an ARC in exchange for my honest review

This is a thriller that kept me guessing. Fast paced, entertaining all the way through. I especially loved the ending. I look forward to reading more from this author.

A decent domestic thriller with some strong moments, but not quite a standout.

My Loving Husband starts off with an intriguing premise: secrets, tension, and the promise of a shocking twist. Sheryl Browne knows how to set a scene and keep the reader guessing, and the first half of the book does a solid job building suspense.

The characters are written with emotional depth, though I found myself feeling more frustrated than connected with them at times. While the pacing kept me turning pages, a few plot developments felt a bit too convenient or predictable, and some twists lacked the punch I was hoping for. I also wish the ending had delivered a bit more impact—it wrapped things up, but not in a particularly satisfying way.

Overall, this was a quick and entertaining read, perfect for fans of domestic thrillers who don’t mind a slower burn and a few familiar tropes. Not my favorite from the genre, but definitely not a miss either.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. This book was a slow burn for me with the ending feeling way too rushed. Wish that the ending had more substance! Overall a quick read and I did enjoy my time spent reading it.

What would you do if an unknown number sent you this, “Your husband is planning to kill you…” Would you be inclined to believe this anonymous warning? Would you take it as a joke? Confront your husband? Would you begin to analyze every detail and change in his schedule and demeanor? This is Maddie’s new reality. She’s a nurse and her husband, Cole, a surgeon. So she understands the unpredictable and long hours he sometimes has to work, but something has been off lately. Later nights at work, more irritable at home, he’s spending less time with the kids, and she’s noticing a distance between them. Maddie began to wonder if it was an affair, but this? Her world turns upside down as she tries to figure out what her loving husband Cole has been up to and whether or not she can trust him.

The LIES in this book. The tension, secrets galore, the drama, and plenty to keep you on the edge of your seat to keep you flipping those pages. I wasn’t sure who or what to believe, and then toss in the secrets that their teenage daughter, Ellie, is hiding and we have a perfect storm of madness to wade through. I don’t want to risk spoiling any of the fun, but just know that you should carve out some time before starting, because you won’t want to stop. This was my first book by Sheryl Browne and I already know that it won’t be my last!

Thank you to NetGalley and Sheryl Browne for providing an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The writing is solid however, some of the plot twists felt a bit predictable, and character motivations weren’t always fully convincing, which made it harder to stay emotionally invested. Still, the author does a good job of exploring themes like trust, identity, and deception within intimate relationships.
Overall, My Loving Husband is an enjoyable psychological thriller with a few standout moments, even if it doesn’t completely break new ground in the genre. Recommended for fans who enjoy domestic suspense with a slow-burn build.

Maddie has never had any reason not to trust her husband given his family life . His father was the best in his field and people had nothing bad to say about him. Only his family knew what he was really like.. Cole was determined to be the best father and husband he could be unlike his father. Why then did it go so wrong.
I always look forward to reading books from this author and despite it having mixed reviews I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
Fast paced and plenty of suspense, especially at the end.

Oh WOW !!!!! I loved this book and was gripped from the start.So many twists and a great (unexpected) ending. Brilliant.
Many thanks to Netgalley for the chance to read this ARC.

How much can you really trust your spouse? And how far are you willing to let them push the boundaries of your relationship and family before enough is enough?

We follow a family that is being stretched thin, that with the father, Cole, being preoccupied with work and logging long hours in the hospital. With tensions already in the air, things ramp up when Maddie receives anonymous messages questioning her husband's whereabouts and intentions. While she begins to question how well she knows her husband and father to her children, Cole maintains his innocence. But with the distrust and out of character behavior, can she really believe him? Everything she's grown to know is put into question as this wild domestic thriller takes off.

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If you enjoy domestic thrillers filled with drama and twists, this book is for you! With the way the storyline kicked off, it became high stakes early on in the book. This immediately had me captured and the twists just kept coming. While it felt a bit odd in pacing that some reveals happened so early on, the plot didn't let up with the different twists and unreliability of all the characters, which kept me guessing until the very end. I continually kept changing my theories and questioned most every character's motives throughout. This one definitely keeps you hooked and thinking about what's going to happen next. This is my first read from this author, but definitely won't be the last!

*Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for providing a free copy in exchange for my honest review.*

Can I really trust the man I married?

A question that Maddie has, unfortunately, found herself asking. The long hours at work, strange phone calls and texts, coming home late.... all the signs are there, but what's really happening?

My loving husband did a great job of holding my attention and keeping me guessing what was going on. It even managed to surprise me with some of the reveals!

Overall, it was an enjoyable psychological thriller, and I'll be sure to check out more from Sheryl Browne!


I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.