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

Your next favourite 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 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)

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!

You can expect to laugh and cry during this one - Good Housekeeping

The Friend Zone 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)

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 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

The Friend Zone is a laugh-out-loud, wickedly clever book that sneaks up on you with a cathartic emotional payoff

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 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