Reviews
"Jimenez tackles a myriad of issues in her debut and hits each one with depth and sensitivity. Kristen's take-no-prisoners attitude is smart and sassy and perfectly balanced by Josh's easygoing resourcefulness... An excellent debut that combines wit, humor, and emotional intensity ."-- Kirkus, " The Friend Zone is heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, and emotional . Abby Jimenez wrote a difficult story line with sensitivity, heat, humor, banter, and unwavering friendship."-- Harlequin Junkie, Top Pick, "A debut novel that has it all-tears, sarcastic humor, romance and the heartbreaking issue of infertility." -- Greenville News, " The Friend Zone is a deliciously hot , sweet debut full of banter I couldn't get enough of. I loved all the characters , from Kristen and Josh, to the supporting cast, and even Stuntman Mike. This book is an absolute treat ."-- L.J. Shen, USA Today bestselling author, " The Friend Zone 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, New York Times bestselling author of Fix Her Up, " 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, " The Friend Zone 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 recognizable voice and fresh, funny characters."-- Entertainment Weekly, "Your next favorite romantic comedy... The Friend Zone is that rare beach read with tons of heart that will make you laugh and cry in equal parts."-- PopSugar, "This New Romance Novel Will Have You both Laughing and Crying Throughout Its Entirety."-- Women.Com, " The Friend Zone is a laugh-out-loud, wickedly clever book that sneaks up on you with a cathartic emotional payoff."-- Jenny Holiday, author of Three Little Words, "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, "Harnessing sass, heartfelt struggle, and unapologetic sexuality, Jimenez's debut is as hysterical as it is tear-jerking ...Jimenez manages to fulfill all expectations for a romantic comedy while refusing to sacrifice nuance. Biting wit and laugh-out-loud moments take priority, but the novel remains subtle in its sentimentality and sneaks up on the reader with unanticipated depth . Readers who have wrestled with infertility will find Kristen's anxieties and sorrows deeply relatable."-- Publishers Weekly, Starred Review, "I think I've found a new favorite contemporary romance novel with The Friend Zone . ...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
