Abby Jimenez Books in Order (Including Her 2026 Upcoming Release)

Over the last few years, both Book Girls have fallen in love with Abby Jimenez’s books. She’s rocketed her way into our list of all-time favorite authors with her ability to make us laugh and swoon while still bringing more depth than your average rom-com.

We often see questions about which Abby Jimenez book someone should read first or which of her books belong in a series. We’re here to answer those questions and give you a synopsis of each of her books in order of publication!

Table of Contents

• Say You’ll Remember Me Series
• The Friend Zone Series
• Part of Your World Series
• Abby Jimenez Stand-Alone Novellas
• Printable Abby Jimenez Book Tracker
• About Abby Jimenez
• The Abby Jimenez Universe Do you need to read her books in order?
• Authors Like Abby Jimenez
• More Book Recommendations You’ll Love

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While we’ve provided an overview of every book below, be aware that each title goes deeper into the character’s life struggles than you may expect. If you are sensitive to any topics, be sure to check trigger warnings before reading any of her titles. We did not include trigger warnings for all the books as many would be spoilers.

Say You’ll Remember Me Series

The Say You’ll Remember Me series is the newest from Abby Jimenez, with book two scheduled for publication in March of 2026. The characters in this series live in the same universe as her existing books (for example, Samantha is mentioned in Just For the Summer when her mother is helped by Emma & Justin).

New 2025 Abby Jimenez Book

Say You’ll Remember Me

Say You’ll Remember Me #1

Publication Date:

04/01/2025

Setting:

Minnesota and California

Book Summary

Veterinarian Xavier might be the perfect guy, complete with his Greek god vibes and his kitten-cuddling ways. But then he opens his mouth and says the exact wrong thing. Luckily, there’s nothing Samantha loves more than proving a jerk wrong. But what if that jerk can also admit his mistakes? Well, then there might just be an incredible date.

Unfortunately, that date comes just as Samantha is leaving town. She’s moving from Minnesota back to California to deal with a family crisis. Xavier, on the other hand, is firmly rooted in Minnesota, where he’s invested everything in his vet practice.

Samantha is determined that a long-distance relationship could never work, and she begs Xavier to forget about her. But even 2,000 miles between them isn’t enough distance for her to forget that there was, in fact, something undeniable between them.

The Book Girls Say…

As with all Abby Jimenez books, the pretty cover might make you think this is just a light, happy romance, but her novels always go much deeper and feature fully developed characters dealing with real-life struggles that will have you sobbing.

While some readers feel like the long-distance relationship drags on too long, Angela found it refreshing to see the day-to-day struggles of the main characters portrayed in such a realistic way, where the romance was forced to take a back seat for some time. Many books rely heavily on tropes like miscommunication, where you want to yell at the characters to just talk so all the problems would all be resolved. But in this case, Jimenez presents two characters with complex lives where the solution is not so easy or obvious, making the ultimate happily ever after (of course, there’s an HEA) just that much sweeter.

Angela listened to the last quarter of the book while sitting on a plane that was grounded for mechanical issues, and she’s certain that her seatmates wondered why there were tears streaming down her cheeks. This novel is a perfect mix of laugh-out-loud funny and heartfelt tearjerker.

This book could be especially triggering to those who have been, or are currently, a caregiver for someone with dementia. However, some with that experience say they found this book cathartic because it made them feel seen.

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Upcoming 2026 Release

The Night We Met

Say You’ll Remember Me #2

Publication Date:

03/31/2026

Setting:

Minnesota

Book Summary

You never know when you’ll make a split-second decision that will change your life.

For Larissa, that decision came when choosing which guy to ride home with after a concert. That night, she had no idea she’d met the perfect man. She and Chris are great together, co-parenting a slightly unhinged rescue Yorkie, sharing their favorite books, and judging bread (pumpernickel for the win!). For the first time amid all her side hustles to scrape by, things finally feel easy.

But Chris isn’t the one who drove Larissa home all those months ago—Chris is her boyfriend’s best friend.

All Chris wants is for Larissa to be happy. Standing by on the sidelines is slowly killing him, but making a move would destroy someone else. And he’s just not that guy.

The Book Girls Say…

This upcoming release is available for pre-order now.

While Abby says that this book can be read as a standalone, it is listed as book 2 in the Say You’ll Remember Me series. Xavier, the lovable veterinarian from the first book, is part of the friend group in this novel, and there are said to be other fun Easter eggs from the Abby-universe.

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The Friend Zone Series

There are three books in The Friend Zone series, each following a different main character. Each book is written to work independently as a stand-alone. However, if you plan to read all three, we do recommend picking them up in order to avoid any spoilers. For example, you’ll see an update on the main character from book #1 in book #2.

The Friend Zone

The Friend Zone #1

Publication Date:

06/11/2019

Setting:

Los Angeles, California

Book Summary

Kristen is doing her best at adulting and planning her best friend’s wedding while also planning an unfortunate surgery that means she won’t be able to have her own children. She tells herself it’s okay as her boyfriend doesn’t want kids, even though she does. 

When she meets the best man, Josh, their friendship grows rather quickly. Soon, it’s like they’ve known each other forever. While he’s everything a great boyfriend should be, especially compared to her current boyfriend, she keeps him firmly in The Friend Zone, both out of respect for her relationship and because she knows the thing he wants most is a large family. And that’s the one thing she can’t provide.

The Book Girls Say…

In 2019, The Friend Zone was nominated for Best Debut Novel & Best Romance.

Kindle Unlimited as of: 07/15/2024

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Part of Your World Series

The Part of Your World series has three books. Like The Friend Zone series, these books have separate main characters, but you’ll see brief updates on the characters from Part of Your World as you read Yours Truly, and meet characters from both books again in Just for the Summer.

If you plan to read all three books, you’ll likely enjoy them best in order of publication because the characters from the books are friends. In subsequent books, you’ll see how life turned out for earlier characters. Nonetheless, any of these books can be enjoyed just as much as a standalone novel.

Part of Your World

Part of Your World Book #1

Publication Date:

04/19/2022

Setting:

Minnesota

Book Summary

Alexis is a thirty-seven-year-old sophisticated city girl. Daniel is the twenty-eight-year-old small-town mayor who saves her when her car gets stuck in a ditch. They have almost nothing in common but a strong commitment to their respective communities. Nonetheless, their chemistry is undeniable!

She comes from an ultra-wealthy family who looks down on her for being a mere ER doctor (rather than carrying on the family legacy as a world-renowned surgeon). She’s also recovering from a toxic relationship.

As she spends time in Daniel’s tight-knit small town, she discovers what’s really important to her. But it seems impossible to reconcile these revelations with her obligations. Is there any chance that their fling could be anything more than that? How can she choose between her world and his?

The Book Girls Say…

We love a good rom-com, but many fall more into the four-star range. Those that rise to the five-star level for us mix humor and romance with deeper topics, and Part of Your World does that so well! It will make you laugh and cry (sometimes even at the same time). It’s a book that you’ll want to hug!

This story deals with some heavier issues, including both emotional and physical abuse. Neither is graphically portrayed on the page, but the impacts on the survivors are felt throughout the book.

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Yours Truly

Part of Your World Book #2

Publication Date:

04/11/2023

Setting:

Minnesota

Book Summary

Dr. Briana Ortiz is in the middle of a divorce. In between trying to earn a new promotion, she’s also trying to find a new kidney for her brother. When the hospital brings in a new doctor, she’s sure it’s because they want a man in charge instead of her. So, she instantly considers Dr. Jacob Maddox her new nemesis.

But then he sends her a REALLY GOOD letter. Is it possible this guy is terrible at first impressions but actually an amazing human? Soon, they’re exchanging letters, lunches, and something even more important.

The Book Girls Say…

If you enjoy books with epistolary aspects, we think you’ll love this title as much as we did!

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Just for the Summer

Part of Your World #3

Publication Date:

04/02/2024

Setting:

Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota

Book Summary

Every woman Justin goes on a date with seems to find their soulmate right after breaking up with him. It’s his curse, and now, thanks to a Reddit thread, EVERYONE knows.

However, his viral embarrassment may have a silver lining. Emma has the same problem and has sent him a message. The solution is obvious. They’ll date each other, break up, and then destiny will bring them each their own soulmates.

Traveling nurse Emma finds a job in Minnesota and rents a cute cottage on Lake Minnetonka for her summer fling with Justin. But when Emma’s toxic mother shows up and Justin has to assume guardianship of his three siblings, they’re suddenly navigating a lot more than they expected. Will these challenges quickly rip them apart, or does fate have other plans?

The Book Girls Say…

Abby Jimenez books never fail to make us laugh out loud, but this is much more than just a breezy beach read. It also deals with many complex, heavy topics, which makes this novel an excellent summer book club pick!

When Just for the Summer was released, it was originally marketed as a standalone (and can be read as such). However, after reading it, we both felt like it should have been listed as part of the series because you get brief but important updates on characters from the first two books. Goodreads and other sites have since been updated to include this title as Part of Your World Book #3.

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PS: We also have a printable Just for the Summer book club guide available on Etsy, including discussion questions, themed games, a printable bookmark, and more!

THE SITUATIONSHIP

This 37-page short story reads more like a bonus chapter that wraps up one of the loose ends for side characters in Just For the Summer.

It’s available exclusively as a Kindle eBook.

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Abby Jimenez Stand-Alone Novellas

Novella

The Worst Wingman Ever

Improbable Meet Cute Series

Publication Date:

01/23/2024

Book Summary

Holly is a hospice nurse, and her current parent is her own beloved grandmother. Plus, she’s just had a bad breakup, so life is not great. But, she at least got a laugh out of the note left on her car for Valentine’s Day. Clearly, the naughty message was intended for someone else.

The amusing mistake soon turns into a series of anonymous exchanges that bring some happiness to Holly’s hard days.

The Book Girls Say…

This novella is a quick read at 61 pages, but we could have kept reading about these characters for much longer.

For Valentine’s Day 2024, Amazon worked with some of the best contemporary romance authors to create a collection of 6 stand-alone novellas called The Improbable Meet Cute Collection. These novellas, including Worst Wingman Ever, are included with Kindle Unlimited in both ebook and audio format.

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Novella

The Fall Risk

Publication Date:

03/01/2025

Setting:

Contemporary

Book Summary

It might be Valentine’s weekend, but neither Charlotte or Seth is looking for romance. In fact, Charlotte is in self-imposed isolation. Living across the hall is Seth, an arborist whose divorce was finalized just today.

But when a disaster traps them both one flight up with no way down, an outrageously precarious predicament will force them both even closer to the edge. They could be in danger of falling… in love.

The Book Girls Say…

This novella is a quick read at 86 pages. While it reads perfectly as a standalone, those who have read The Worst Wingman Ever will enjoy the cameos from John and Holly.

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Printable Abby Jimenez Book Tracker

Looking for a printable version of this chronological Abby Jimenez novel list? Our Buy Me a Coffee BFF’s have access to a cute printable tracker featuring the covers of all her novels, including her 2025 release, Say You’ll Remember Me. Join our membership site today for instant access to your copy, along with some other fun perks!

About Abby Jimenez

In addition to being a New York Times best-selling author, Abby Jimenez is also a Food Network champion.

Have you ever noticed that the characters in Abby Jimenez books are always ordering delicious treats from Nadia Cakes? That’s because Abby Jimenez owns the bakery, which has locations in Minnesota and California! She’s as talented in the kitchen as she is behind a keyboard. She won Food Network’s Cupcake Wars and was featured on two seasons of TLC’s hit show Fabulous Cakes!

Born and raised in California, Abby now calls the Twin Cities of Minnesota home. Abby and her husband first visited Minnesota on a cross-country trip and immediately fell in love – so much so that they moved there just three months later.

After finding huge success with her bakeries, Abby was ready for a new challenge. She loves romance novels, but had a hard time finding exactly what she wanted to read – “something that was funny, but also had depth.” That’s when she decided maybe she could write her own romance. Six books later, with Just for the Summer reaching #1 on the New York Times Best Seller List, we’d say that yes, she can!

The Abby Jimenez Universe: Do you need to read her books in order?

Abby’s newest novel is a standalone, and her other novels are divided into two series (listed above by series), but the characters all exist in the same universe.

Within the books, you’ll enjoy cameos from other titles, along with other Easter eggs that tie the books together. If you plan to read all the books, you’ll likely enjoy them best in order of publication, but any of them can be equally enjoyed as a standalone novel.

Throughout both series, every book has a different main character and a new storyline. You’ll never be lost if you read out of order. However, reading either series out of order may create some spoilers of earlier books. The characters from the different books within a series are friends, so you’ll see how life turned out for characters in the earlier books in subsequent books.

Authors Like Abby Jimenez

If you enjoy Abby Jimenez, we think you’ll also enjoy novels by Katherine Center. All of her books are excellent and blend romance stories with deeper topics, but we recommend starting with The Bodyguard because it’s the closest match to Abby’s style.

We also recommend Emily Henry, Sara Confino Goodman, and Uzma Jalaluddin novels for fans of Abby Jimenez. All three women write books that draw upon many classic romance tropes, but, like Jimenez, they are also skilled at crafting realistic, three-dimensional characters with lives and challenges outside whatever romance they’ve found.

While Emily Henry focuses on contemporary stories of women in their 20s and 30s, Sara Confino Goodman writes a mix of historical and contemporary stories with Jewish characters. Uzma Jalaluddin incorporates her Muslim heritage to add depth to her contemporary romances.