Part of Your World has got to be my favorite Abby Jimenez book. I loved Alexis and Daniel so much, and it was wonderful to see their relationship blossom. I’m a sucker for the big city gal and the small town guy falling in love. And while this trope can be played out, the reasons behind why Alexis feels like she needs to stay in the city had much higher stakes and really made sense. I don’t expect romance novels to feel real, but there was something about this story that felt really authentic.

The book tackled so many tough topics, but did it with grace and empathy. I really appreciated the care taken into telling Alexis’s story of emotional abuse. This isn’t something I see very often in books, especially the aftermath of a emotionally abusive relationship. This can be so easy to hide from your family and friends, so exploring this in a romance novel will hopefully help others see the signs in real life.

I really hope we get more stories that are set in this small town because all the side characters were hilarious. They brought so many fun moments to the story, and who doesn’t love a magical small town?

Thank you to Forever Romance and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy.

Alexis finds her car stuck in a ditch at night, in the middle of nowhere, when a stranger, Daniel, stops to help her. She later runs into him at a local dive bar and the two hit it off easily, despite their different backgrounds and age gap. They agree to keep things casual, but of course, the more time they spend together, the more they fall for each other.

You all know that romance novels aren’t really my thing but I really did enjoy this one! It’s was my first time reading a book by Abby Jimenez and I plan on reading more. This book was more than just a typical rom com. I love how the author addressed heavy issues while keeping the story lighthearted. I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading more of her books! ☺️

I preordered Part Of Your World by Abby Jimenez — even though I already had an eARC. Very rarely do I preorder books. However, I was kind of struggling with mental health and feeling some overwhelm as my husband travelled for work and I was trying to handle the house, my kids, and my job alone. So, my coping skill was to treat myself to something I was really looking forward to. Friends, I have no regrets whatsoever. This book, Part Of Your World certainly deserves its spot next to the other books by Jimenez on my shelf. And honestly, I will keep buying and loving her books as they come out.

Abby Jimenez wove her spell again in Part Of Your World. I laughed, I cried, I fell for Alexis and Daniel. What an amazing read!

Part Of Your World opens with Dr. Alexis Montgomery having an issue with her car being stuck in a ditch in the middle of nowhere — a little town called Wakan to be exact. Along comes Daniel Grant, who helps her out of the ditch. Alexis lives in the big city an hour and a half away. She’s part of a medical legacy where there’s always been a Montgomery at the hospital system she works as an ER doctor at. There are a lot of expectations on her. As for Daniel, he is ten years younger than Alexis. Daniel is the mayor of Wakan and runs a small bed and breakfast. He is someone the people of Wakan can rely on and the Grants are essentially the caretakers of Wakan.

Alexis is, in a word, consumed by Daniel. She finds herself driving to Wakan and seeing him whenever she has freetime. The town weaves its charms over her too. As it turns out, having Alexis consistently visit is great for the residents of Wakan as she is often called to provide them with emergency medical services (the nearest doctor and hospital are quite a drive). Wakan is rural. However, Daniel doesn’t quite fit into Alexis’s fancy life back home. And so, she has to keep it separate. Plus, her parents are super judgmental and ritzy. Eventually though, Alexis is going to have to make a choice and pick which world she wants — and in the process disappoint someone.


When I tell you.. this book had me in a grip. I know it is cliche to say I couldn’t set this book down — but friends– I really could not set this book down. Abby Jimenez wove her spell again in Part Of Your World. I laughed, I cried, I fell for Alexis and Daniel. The ending was perfection. The spice was good. Everything about this book checked all my boxes. I am proud to keep this one on my shelf for all time.

How is this the first Abby Jimenez book I’ve read? Have added the rest to my TBR list! I genuinely didn’t want this book to end.

Loved the setting of the town, the range and development of the characters, the intersecting storylines, and the sense of magic that is woven throughout this book. [Be sure to read the end notes after finishing the book for the author’s insights.]

With thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for access to this eARC.

I don't even know where to begin. Abby's books always take me through the Rollercoaster of emotions, but in a good way. Her stories aren't just stories. She doesn't write a book for the sole purpose of writing a book. So much goes into each character, and she always revolves the stories around something very important. I cried, I laughed, I awed and I got angry throughout this book. I cannot wait for her next phenomenal book. As for Julia Whelan and Zachary Webber....they brought the story to life, as always. Don't wait to listen to this book. You will feel better for it.

Read if you like: hookup/noncommittal relationships
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Alexis and Daniel come from completely different worlds, but after a night of passion, they can’t deny the attraction between them so they agree to keep seeing each other while agreeing to keep things casual.
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I loved Daniel! He was kind, thoughtful, and hardworking. Alexis was great too, but she surrounded herself with some terrible people. Her parents sucked, her ex-boyfriend was abusive, and most of her friends were terrible (besides Bri). Alexis needed the kindness of Daniel’s town!
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CW: sexual content, abusive relationships, childbirth abusive parents.

Y’all I think I have a new auto read author!! I binge read this, literally I couldn’t put it down! I mean come on a baby goat, hot B&B owner, and small town magic?!? I loved the way she wrote about this small town. The vivid descriptions, it’s history and characters in the town were spot on. The way Alexis and Daniel fall in love will certainly give you all the feels. Just read this book you want regret it! But be sure to check the trigger warnings before reading though.

WHAT AN AMAZING BOOK! I've loved all of Abby's books, but this is definitely my favorite! The squirrel scene made me laugh so hard! I ended up rewinding and replaying multiple times and just kept on laughing. Seriously love every minute of this book!

Grace costs nothing will be my new motto 💕

Thank you so much for the chance to read and review this title! I look forward to reading Abby's books everytime they come out and this was no exception. This brought me through all the emotions and was a winner for me. Cannot wait to see what she writes next!

Wonderful book. Funny, sexy, heartfelt; you experience the full spectrum of emotions. It's near impossible to stop reading this book. Alexis and Daniel are not perfect but they are perfect for each other. And I really enjoyed the small bit of magical realism. I CANNOT WAIT for Bri's story!! Special thank you to NetGalley for a copy!

This book was a wonderful ride! I laughed out loud, I swooned and I teared up. It was interesting to see an age gap where the woman was older than the man and how their different worlds may/may not be able to intersect. It was a fantastic journey and I didn't want it to stop.

I can't even find anything negative to say about this book. I really enjoyed this. I liked the spin on the 'age gap' trope where it was the woman who was the older, successful and established one.
It is apart of the Friend-zone universe, but it's not a need-to-read to understand this book

I wanted to like this more, but there was something I just couldn't connect with in these characters. I did love the small town setting.

And it was steamy and romantic!

Abby Jimenez has done it again. Somehow even better than the last one.
Abby is The Queen of Romcoms! This book had me laughing so hard, I’m sure some people thought I was crazy.

In this story we meet Alexis, a city girl who comes from a long line of renowned surgeons. Alexis meets Daniel on a dark foggy road, after having an encounter with a raccoon. Daniel is the mayor of a small town named Wakan, and just about the nicest guy you’ll meet.

I honestly fell in love with the characters and the town of Wakan immediately. The town sounds so wonderful and I could picture it so well.
Daniel may just be my new book boyfriend. I’m literally obsessed with him and the baby goat in pajamas.

The chemistry between Alexis and Daniel is truly magical. I loved seeing them grow as individuals, I was rooting for them the whole time.

Alexis’s friend Bri was one of my favorite characters and I’m so happy she’s getting her own book.

I’m so looking forward to the next book, I just know it will be amazing.

Ohhh I love a good small town romance. Too bad the town wasn’t featured more prominently. So I liked the romance and the setting in this book. But the reason the couple was kept apart was really frustrating. I get it that it was an abusive situation but I found it really upsetting that she had a lack of agency for most of the book.

“Don’t let them decide the life you’re going to live. You only get one.”

Wow. Just wow. I have loved all of Abby’s books. She writes such relatable and lovable characters and she digs into so really tough subjects in a way that pulls you in and really stays with you.

Part of Your World has officially surpassed The Friend Zone as by favourite Jimenez book. I’m in love with Daniel and his kind heart, I love Alexis and her healing journey, and I love the town (village?) or Wakan and every single person in it. This book hooked me hard and I could not stop reading. I know this one is going to stay with me forever. I loved it.

Was lucky enough to receive an ARC. Damn Abby, you've done it again! I loved this book so hard.
Alexis and Daniel are perfect for each other even if they didn't see it. After Alexis' horrible ex Daniel was exactly what she needed. I love that the town was almost magical.

Oh and a baby goat....in pajamas.

I don't know if Forever Publishing has CW/TW on their website or if Abby Jimenez does or not but just in case: emotional and physical abuse, gaslighting, recovering after living with a narcissistic SOB.

Perfection.

A huge thank you to NetGalley , Forever Pub and Hachette Audio for my advanced copies of Part of Your World.

I was fortunate enough to be gifted and e-copy and an advanced audio of this wonderful book.

I have also read/ listened to all four of Abby's books. So here is a ranking no-one has asked for:

1. The Happy Ever After Playlist
2. Part of Your World.
3. Life's Too Short.
4. The Friend Zone.

What I Loved-

✨ The Audio- Part of Your World had two narrators. Love this for books with dual perspectives. Julia Whelan ( My Queen 👑 ) and Zachary Webber (who has been featured on previous Abby Jimenez audio books ) did an amazing job. I thoroughly enjoyed this duo.

✨ The Humor- I haven't laughed this hard while reading a book in quite a while. So thankful to this author for the joy I felt while listening to Part of Your World.

✨ The Romance- I loved Alexis and Daniel. Loved the age gap. Loved the opposites attract storyline. The small town / big city aspect. Everything. They made my heart happy.

✨ The Writing- This book flew by. Abby Jimenez books tend to be super fast, super fun reads.

Overall- Highly Recommend. I cannot wait for Abby's next book =)

The two worlds of Alexis & Daniel collide in this highly anticipated book. Both are so different, will those differences keep them apart? This one pulled at my heartstrings & while some of the things Alexis did bugged me, I LOVED Daniel & was rooting for them!

I stayed up late finishing this book and I could fill pages and pages with praise. It is one of those books that you finish, knowing it's going to stick with you. From the very first page, I was pulled into the story. Daniel and Alexis' worlds could not be more opposite and they are both burdened with family obligations that root them in those separate worlds. My heart broke for Alexis every time she faced the hard truth that Daniel, who was so perfect in every way, would never be accepted in her world. As always, Jimenez drills deep, and you can feel her characters' pain like you're living it. There are so many swoony moments and the ending is so satisfying--exactly what I was hoping the entire time I was reading the book. I also loved the introduction to Bri, who the next book will be about, and the mention of characters from previous books. Solid five stars.