The happiness, tears, laughter, love, and friendship is strong in this one. Wonderful depth to the characters. I couldn't put it down! Abby’s portrayal of social anxiety, and mental illness hit home. I connected with Jacob so much. Thank you to @ReadForeverPub and Netgalley for the ARC. Can't wait for Abby's next book. I'll be rereading all of them until then.

Abby Jimenez does it again. This is such a beautiful story about two imperfect people. The characters are so well developed and have real life problems that many can relate to. I wanted the book to never end. This has got to be my favorite book by her so far. Her writing continues to amaze me. I also enjoyed discovering how this book overlaps with the previous 4. Yours Truly will make you smile, laugh, and possibly cry. You should definitely not skip this book.

I was so happy to receive a copy of Yours Truly through Netgalley Abby did not disappoint! In true Abby style there were some sensitive issue that were handled amazingly! I couldn’t wait to read Bri’s story after reading POYW. Loved the relationship between the two main characters. How they really understood and were there for each other. As a fellow book lover and friend once said to me… Abby’s books are RomCom but so much more!
Can’t wait to see who the next book is about!

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!

Starting off being weary of anything this author writes to Abby Jimenez becoming a must read author for me is amazing. With each book she just gets better and better, this one is no different. Bri and Jacob are my favorite couple she's written.

I loved: The letters!! The chemistry, fake dating, the yearning. Anxiety rep. Jacobs family was a riot!

The only thing I didn't care for was Bri's actions at the end. Totally understandable why, but felt like it should of been mentioned before what she went through.

4.5 stars :)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: 4/5 | Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

Thank you, @ReadForeverPub, for the ARC on Netgalley 💕

“If you are with someone who doesn’t speak your language, you’ll spend a lifetime having to translate your soul.”

Let me start by saying that I LOVE when authors interconnect their work (i.e., all of their books are happening in the same time, space and universe). So when characters from a book that you previously read show up in one that you are reading now, you say, “I KNOW THEM!” (No…it’s just me? Okay, fine 🤷🏾‍♀️).

I read Part Of Your World last month, and I loved everything about it. So given the option to read another one of her books where one of my favorite supporting characters is getting her own story. *chef’s kiss*

I do not know how Abby Jimenez does it, but she has this ability to set up characters so well. In Yours Truly, I felt that every character was adequately developed. EVERY character…Good, bad, neutral: every single one was a hit. And I don’t think this can be said about any character more than Jacob.

Hands down…Jacob is the best MMC that Jimenez has ever written out of the three total books I’ve read. The representation of a man (in today’s time) struggling with social anxiety (and greater society’s acceptance and misunderstanding of it) was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. The chemistry between Briana and Jacob was so pure, and their banter was unmatched. Jimenez is so excellent with comedic timing because countless moments were so unexpectedly funny. I was constantly laughing out loud.

My only issue and reason for the rating: This was a slow burn + miscommunication trope. So when we finally got to the communication part, I was jumping out of my chair in excitement when the FMC and MMC finally got together. Only for this to last 5 minutes…and then we get a third-act break-up (more like a post-third act, third-act break-up), and I was like, “NOOOOOOO!” This eleventh-hour breakup was preempted by a breakdown by the FMC, and to be very honest; it kind of threw me off. Not because it wasn’t written well but because it felt too significant and too jarring of a moment to happen at the end of the book.

✨Overall, beautiful job by Abby Jimenez and an overall beautiful message about how those who truly love us will love every part of us✨

5 Stars I was THRILLED to get Abby Jimenez's new novel, Yours Truly, ahead of its April 2023 release and I'm so happy to say it's her best one yet! This might be the first book of Abby's that didn't completely rip my heart out, but it was no less emotional or heartwarming. Abby's books always feel fresh and are never predictable, which, after reading a ton of romance novels, some books sadly are. Often, it feels like authors pick a trope or two that they want to write about and a center the novel on that trope for the plot. With Abby Jimenez's novels, it feels like she writes the story and the characters that she really wants to, and then as readers you can pick up on the tropes that might show up. In Yours Truly, the main characters fake date, but it doesn't feel like a fake dating romance novel, which is refreshing.

The thing I absolutely loved about the novel was how it handled Jacob's anxiety. Jacob's mother was absolutely right when she said that there are people who speak your language and if you are with someone who doesn't, you'll spend forever translating your soul. I saw a lot of myself and other people I know and love in Jacob and how it anxiety was represented. I know how wonderful it is to find someone (whether its a friend or a partner) who you can be fully yourself around, who you can sit in silence with, and who can read you even when you don't say anything. Reading about Jacob finding that with Briana, first as a friend then as a lover, was beautiful. Jacob's love and support of Briana, especially just by showing up, was heartwarming to read about and he's definitely a top-tier book boyfriend. I can't say enough good things about this book; it was so heartwarming and I already can't wait to read it again.

Loved this book so much. In typical Abby fashion I could connect with each of the characters in different ways. It gave me all the feels - giggling, snort laughing, crying.

Wow…I don’t even know what to say about this book. I DEVOURED it. While HEAP will always have a special place in my heart, this one definitely is up there as one of my favorites by Abby. I absolutely stayed up too late finishing this one.

I really loved both Briana and Jacobs characters in this book. I loved that they understood each other (after a little bit of a misunderstanding at the beginning) and that they cared to make sure the other was comfortable.

I think that some of their issues could have been cleared up by Jacob communicating a little better, but I get why it was written the way it was.

I think this is the perfect example of meeting someone where they are at. And now I just want someone to write me letters 😭

This one isn’t out until April of next year. But do yourself a favor and preorder it.

Abby has yet again ripped my heart out of my chest. But it’s okay because she gives it back even better than it was before. I loved how well this book touched on social anxiety. Most people just don’t understand it and for Jacob to have found someone who spoke his language, well that is just absolutely beautiful. I laughed, I cried…… I can’t wait to put myself through this heart break again come April when I receive my physical copy. Abby, you are an absolute angel for creating these stories for us.

I haven’t met a book by Abby that I haven’t just adored! Her characters are always so real and relatable. This book was no different. I adored Briana and Jacob. I fell for Jacob right away if I’m being honest. He may be my newest fictional boyfriend!

This book took me through all kinds of emotions. I would literally laugh out loud to then later have tears down my face. I loved the book, and the story behind it too.

Thank you NetGalley and Abby Jimenez for the eArc.

Abby Jimenez does it again! I loved this book - I laughed out loud and cried. These characters and these stories just make my heart happy - I am sad when I’m done with one of Abby’s books because they are so good. It takes a lot for me to read a book in one sitting and this is one of those books. I loved Briana and Jacob - Abby’s portrayal of social anxiety, and mental illness was spot on. These books are like a perfect hug - comforting in the best way - they heal you like a balm.

Bri is an ER physician who is truly going through it right now. She is approaching the day her divorce becomes final, her brother is not coping well with his recent dialysis start, and Jacob, the newest ER physician, has not made the greatest first impression. However, when Jacob and Bri begin to correspond by handwritten letters, she realizes she has misread Jacob’s anxiety as aloofness. Their growing closeness turns out to be advantageous for both of them as Jacob needs a fake girlfriend for a series of family wedding events while Bri needs a kidney donor for her brother- and Jacob happens to be a perfect match.

Ok is this my new favourite Abby Jiminez book?! I couldn’t put this down and I MELTED for Jacob and his relationship with Bri. Jacob might be my new favourite book boyfriend! He is the epitome of a cinnamon roll hero with his plant room, endless but silent generosity, and the sweet letters he writes to Bri. Bri is also a strong, tough character who I admired.

I can’t specify everything I loved about this book or this review might be longer than the book itself. In brief, I was a huge fan of the mental health and chronic disease representation, dual POV, fake dating trope, strong supporting characters, and the obvious chemistry between Bri and Jacob. I can’t recommend this book enough but there are some heavier topics so I would suggest checking content warnings first!

Thank you to NetGalley and Forever for the advanced reading copy in exchange for my honest review.

There’s a new book boyfriend in town!!!

This book has all the best tropes! One Bed, Strangers to Friends to Lovers, LETTER WRITING, Miscommunication (in a good way I promise), and the greatest trope of all FREAKING FAKE DATING!!!!

I’ve loved Bri ever since I read Part of Your World but when we meet Jacob in Chapter 2 of Yours Truly, I instantly fell in love. This overwhelmed and anxious, sweet sweet man is so relatable to me. INTROVERT KING. As someone that deals with anxiety, the way Abby writes his anxious moments is extremely accurate.

THE LETTERS!!! Umm move over Mr. Darcy- Jacob will take it from here.
The witty banter between Briana and Jacob is simply the best, I literally laughed out loud multiple times.
And maybe I cried a little bit (a lot) too.

The chemistry Bri and Jacob have is out of this world omg 🔥 the looks, the touches THE YEARNING! it’s too much and I loved every minute!!!

I think one of my favorite parts was that Briana was allowed to struggle with and process her trauma, in her own time. It felt very real and genuine. As a Latina that has felt the need to be strong and just push through the tough moments, this really meant so much to me.

These hard moments, as well as Jacob's anxiety, made me so thankful that these topics are being shown and handled with the care they deserve. I absolutely loved it.

I don’t think I have the words to describe just how much I love this hilarious and heartfelt book. I truly did not want it to end, I kept checking to see how many chapters I had left (not enough lol) it is just so sooo good.

Thank you to Forever Publishing and Netgalley for sending me this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Received an ARC from Netgalley for an honest opinion.
How much do I love this book, let me count the ways! I almost think I love this more than the first book in the series, I couldn't put it down. I did put it down, only so I wouldn't finish it so quickly and the story would end. I dreaded this one ending because I just really enjoyed the ride. It gives you all the feels! Get Part Of Your World ( the first book) to read now and when this one comes available, grab it quickly and don't let go.

I just finished and "Wow" Abby Jimenez does it again! I loved both Briana and Jacob for different reasons. I adored Briana with her wit and fierceness, but also her vulnerability. I identified with her childhood, as I experienced some of those same things. I loved her humor: " This year is going to be my villain origin story. " I have to say I identified mostly with Jacob, him having anxiety was beautifully written and very relatable.
The positive: humor, 2 very complicated characters written so well, I love some good spicy scenes and Abby does a great job of that! A very nice resolution of the problems the characters face, nice in that it's not perfect, it's just what works for them.
The negative: the constant back and forth of does he/she care about me too? Is it just me feeling this way? Had there been more effective communication between the characters there wouldn't have been most of the issues they had, and maybe more room for their happily ever after.
Overall: Wonderful, engaging story that I'll be recommending (which I'm recommending this author to everyone with a pulse and reading comprehension anyways). Complex characters that are fleshed out well, with relatable broken pieces.
I was given this book in advance for an honest review.

The life of Dr. Briana Ortiz is flatlining. Her divorce is almost final, her brother is running out of time to find a kidney donor and the promotion that she really wants could pass her by with the addition of a new Dr in the ER. As her hatred for Dr Jacob Maddox grows, he completely changes the game and sends Briana a letter. It’s the kind of letter that takes Briana’s breath away. All of sudden he is no longer Satan and is turning into a hilarious, super likable guy who unfortunately is terrible at first impressions. Briana and Jacob begin exchanging letters and sharing lunch in her hiding spot. But when Jacob decides he can give Briana the best gift she will ever want - a kidney for her brother - she wonders how she can ever resist this man. Jacob however, calls in a favour she can’t refuse.

Here are some potential trigger warnings: Chronic kidney disease, divorced main character whose ex husband cheated, depression, clinical anxiety, and mention of pregnancy loss and suicide.

Wow. Wow. Wow. I am a huge fan of Abby Jimenez, I am not going to lie. I have read and LOVE all her books. Yours Truly just topped the list as my favourite and there are so many reasons why. This book felt REAL. The characters all felt like your best friend,your neighbour or your coworker. You quickly feel invested in Briana and feel like she has been your oldest friend. When you find out why she is getting divorced your heart shatters into pieces for her. This book hits home for me in a few ways. The biggest is, Jacob’s character, he suffers from anxiety and that is something I suffer from as well. Abby does an incredible job of letting you into Jacob’s head and what he is feeling when his anxiety is at an all time high. She wrote it beautifully and explained what it’s like to a t. As the reader, you can feel how every ounce of his soul loves Briana. Briana is her own complex character that is funny, witty, strong but also broken and scared to open herself up again after having her world completely shattered. Thank you Abby for writing what is another AMAZING book. This one is especially special and I am so blessed to have been able to read it.

Abby does it once again! She has hit this one out of the park, just like all the others. Briana is an er doc who is recently divorced who has sworn off men. Her younger brother is in kidney failure and needs a transplant. Enter Jacob, also an er doc who has severe social anxiety and makes a terrible first impression. Jacob writes Bre a letter to apologize and she returns with a letter of her own. They continue to send each other letters and notes until she stalks him on social media and they finally talk on the phone. Jacob ends up being a perfect match for Briana's brother and agrees to donate a kidney to him. Wild and crazy romcom shenanigans ensue up until the day of the transplant. Like always Abby ripes out your heart, throws in some extra drama and past trauma that needs to worked through. I love all the cameos of previous characters. I love the witty banter and the fantastic one liners through out the book. I couldn't put it down!

The way I devoured this book in 1 day is unhealthy. But, I have no regrets!

It's a crime that this is the first book I've read by Abby Jimenez. I've heard of her titles, but for some reason I've never picked one up. Someone lock me up.

There were so many elements to this book that I loved.
- Main Characters in their 30s
- Anxiety Rep that felt real and not contrived
- The characters genuinely formed a relationship that felt natural

Briana was the dominant, take charge person I wish I was. And Jacob was equally as capable, yet caring person Bri needed.

Each of their personalities seem to fit perfectly. Further, the way they were willing to work with each other through their obstacles was heart warming. This is the type of relationship that people dream about, and it didn't seem unobtainable. Those letters! UGH, I want someone to write me letters now!

This book does deal with some very real topics. If you are sensitive to then I would just be aware of those content warnings. Abby Jimenez has it posted on Goodreads as a reference which was an appreciable thing to see posted here by the author. There is anxiety rep, which for me was completely relatable and it wasn't just a plot point. It was definitely very well researched and known, and you could tell in the way it was portrayed. All of the issues felt very well researched and felt like natural parts of the story.

All in all, this book was an amazing read. If you like romance books or movies, and character depth and development. There is no way you wouldn't love this book.

“Yours Truly” is a great standalone + an even better continuation of some of the characters in the Abby Jimenez universe. This romance sensitively portrays the love between two seemingly unlikely partners struggling with their own unique difficulties. I appreciate the depths to which Jimenez explores the nuances of Jacob’s anxiety + Briana’s childhood + marital trauma. It was fun to watch their story unfold + witness the growth that happens within individuals + a partnership when you show up in love.

I absolutely loved this book. I flew through it in a couple of days and could not put it down! The sweetest love story and great character depth/development. I was rooting for Bri and Jacob the entire time. I think this book will be a best seller in no time!