Harnessing sass, heartfelt struggle, and unapologetic sexuality, Jimenez's debut is as hysterical as it is tear-jerking
Publishers Weekly (starred review)
An excellent debut that combines wit, humor, and emotional intensity
Kirkus Reviews
A deliciously hot, sweet debut. This book is an absolute treat
- LJ Shen, <i> USA Today </i> bestselling author,
Your next favourite romantic comedy . . . <i>T</i><i>he Friend Zone</i> is that rare beach read with tons of heart that will make you laugh and cry in equal parts
Popsugar
This romcom novel will have you feeling the falling-in-love autumn vibes
BuzzFeed
Jimenez's dazzling debut is a brilliantly written romantic comedy that seamlessly toggles back and forth between scenes of laugh-out-loud, snarky wit and serious emotional issues without missing a beat, all the while delivering maximum reading satisfaction
Booklist (starred review)
<i>The Friend Zone</i> gave me belly laughs, shook me up, and made me feel hopeful about love and the human strength of spirit. A romance for the ages!
- Tessa Bailey, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Fix Her Up</i>,
You can expect to laugh and cry during this one
Good Housekeeping
<i>The Friend Zone</i> is heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, and emotional. Abby Jimenez wrote a difficult story line with sensitivity, heat, humour, banter and unwavering friendship
Harlequin Junkie (top pick)
<i>The Friend Zone </i>is a beautiful tale of learning to accept the love you deserve and finding a path to self-acceptance along the way . . . a zippy, instantly recognisable voice and fresh, funny characters
Entertainment Weekly
This new romance novel will have you both laughing and crying throughout its entirety
Women.com
Zingy dialog, laugh-out-loud humor, and plenty of sass temper the heartbreak of infertility in this modern, well-grounded debut that is sure to satisfy
Library Journal
<i>The Friend Zone</i> is a laugh-out-loud, wickedly clever book that sneaks up on you with a cathartic emotional payoff
- Jenny Holiday, author of <i>Three Little Words</i>,
This novel doesn't shy away from anything - it's fiercely loving all the way to the HEA
NPR
A debut novel that has it all-tears, sarcastic humour, romance and the heartbreaking issue of infertility
Greenville News
I think I've found a new favourite contemporary romance novel with <i>The Friend Zone . . . </i>This book made me laugh and cry, and it filled my heart with so many emotions . . . I'll be recommending this book to everyone
Bookish