The Best Man

Unfinished Business

By: Malcolm D. Lee, Jayne Allen

Narrated by: January LaVoy, Jakobi Diem, Zenzi Williams

The beloved characters from The Best Man movies and hit television series reunite for a sexy and soulful, heartbreaking and hilarious reckoning of love.

Recently divorced and fresh off a Pulitzer Prize win, Harper Stewart is in a new era. He’s working on a movie and living the ultimate bachelor life in his Brooklyn penthouse. But still, something is missing. What else explains the stubborn creative block? The carousel of women? And seventh-wheel status with his friends?

Jordan Armstrong had to flee New York. First, to give herself distance from Harper and, second, to escape the corporate grind. In her beachfront Malibu property, the façade of a “healed” Jordan flourishes. Yet she finds herself unmoored. Despite the physical distance, she still feels Harper’s magnetic pull.

Meanwhile, in Ghana, Robyn has gone full bohemian restaurateur. She has finally found peace and won’t let another man ruin it—that is, until a handsome local entrepreneur commands her attention. But it’s all too much change for her daughter, Mia, and when she secretly calls Harper with an emergency Robyn would rather hide, their world is shaken and relationships are tested once more.

Book one of The Best Man trilogy follows Harper, Jordan, and Robyn as they try to establish lives away from the hurts of the past and come to realize that some love is impossible to break. With support from their close-knit crew of chosen family—Quentin, Shelby, Lance, Murch, and Candace—they fight for a future that proves one’s second act can be the extended chapter worth it all.

Critic reviews

“An absolute treat . . . soulful, sexy, fast-paced! What a delight, catching up with beloved fan favorites Harper, Jordan, Robyn (and a dazzling supporting cast) as they navigate relationships and their careers all around the world—only to discover that some bonds can never be broken. Unfinished Business is an utterly propulsive, stylish read with so much heart.”—Tia Williams, bestselling author of A Love Song for Ricki Wilde

“This felt like catching up with a group of beloved friends I hadn’t heard from in a while. The complicated relationships, angsty passion, and doses of humor I’ve come to expect from The Best Man franchise . . . it’s all here! Such a treat! This new story is just as cinematic as the movies themselves, maybe even more so.”—Farrah Rochon, New York Times bestselling author of Pardon My Frenchie

“When you’re as close to the characters as I have been, you think you can predict what’s coming around the corner, but this kept even me on the edge of my seat. The Best Man: Unfinished Business dives deeper into the lives of these characters revealing what has made them who they are, the good and the bad. From a second chance romance to wrestling with heartbreak and purpose, Malcolm and Jayne have given the best men and women new life. Emotionally engrossing. Seductive. Impossible to put down. It’s the perfect summer read, full of heat!”—Taye Diggs

“Not only are fans of The Best Man films going to fall in love with this book, which goes deeper into the emotional lives of characters we have loved for decades, readers new to the canon will be swept up in the interpersonal dramas between Harper, Jordan, Robyn and their crew, in a story that spans from Brooklyn to Ghana. I believe in second acts—in life and in love. The Best Man: Unfinished Business gives us a front row seat to the challenges of grown folks’ love and the sometimes bumpy ride to becoming your most authentic self.”—Tembi Locke, New York Times bestselling author of From Scratch

“When I met these classic characters twenty-five years ago, no way did I think they’d have the longevity that they’ve had, but Malcolm keeps elevating the storytelling. Unfinished Business is the characters you love like you’ve never seem them before! You will laugh out loud and possibly shed a few tears, so read this with your crew. A must read for new and old fans alike. You will keep wanting more.”—Morris Chestnut

“The Best Man: Unfinished Business contains every element that we love about this franchise. It’s full of heart, vulnerability, and most importantly, love, mixed in with a few delicious surprises. These characters continue to deliver new dimensions as they navigate the tricky process of real growth.”—Jemele Hill, author of Uphill

Sooo GOOD!!

I love this!!! The narration of this was amazing. I could feel each character. I could visualize the characters from the movies. I hated that it had to end.

Ohhh my gawwwwwd!

I see what Malcolm and Jayne are doing here and I like it. Just give it all to us by any medium necessary. Big screen, small screen, now book form. I’m here for it all. This continuation of the drama amongst this friend group did not disappoint. Harper still Harpered. Robyn still Robined and Jordan Jordaned. This book was a rollercoaster that I couldn’t stop listening to. I was left with my jaw dropped to the very last word. Can’t wait for the next installment.

An awesome continuation of their story

This was a great pivot to be able to continue this group of friends stories and to help shed more light on their personalities. I will say it was a slooow start but once it picked up...it was on!

inside of a roller coaster

wow. getting the full inside story of jordyn Harper and Robyn was something serious. I would definitely call this an entanglement!! but dang I want to know who baby it is!?! book 2 yes?

Jordan & Harper interaction

Robyns foolishness & her fight scene in the rain. it was a hot sex scene but so unnecessary