The Friend Zone: the most hilarious and heartbreaking romantic comedy

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

Abby Jimenez is a Food Network champion, motivational speaker, and contemporary romance novelist living in Minnesota. Abby founded Nadia Cakes out of her home kitchen back in 2007. The bakery has since gone on to win numerous Food Network competitions and has amassed an international cult following. Abby’s wry literary wit was spotlighted as the admin behind the hilarious viral comments on the now famous Nadia Cakes Vageode cake.

Abby loves a good romance, coffee, doglets, and not leaving the house.