Part of Your World

Abby Jimenez

Apr 2022 · Sold by Forever

About this ebook

A refreshingly modern fairy tale and instant New York Times bestseller that Love Hypothesis author Ali Hazelwood hails as "an uplifting, feel-good, romantic read." 

After a wild bet, gourmet grilled-cheese sandwich, and cuddle with a baby goat, Alexis Montgomery has had her world turned upside down. The cause: Daniel Grant, a ridiculously hot carpenter who’s ten years younger than her and as casual as they come—the complete opposite of sophisticated city-girl Alexis. And yet their chemistry is undeniable.

While her ultra-wealthy parents want her to carry on the family legacy of world-renowned surgeons, Alexis doesn’t need glory or fame. She’s fine with being a “mere” ER doctor. And every minute she spends with Daniel and the tight-knit town where he lives, she’s discovering just what’s really important. Yet letting their relationship become anything more than a short-term fling would mean turning her back on her family and giving up the opportunity to help thousands of people.

Bringing Daniel into her world is impossible, and yet she can’t just give up the joy she’s found with him either. With so many differences between them, how can Alexis possibly choose between her world and his?

"Abby Jimenez’s words are like fairy dust... they sprinkled humor and warmth all over my life. Pick up Part of Your World if you’re looking for an uplifting, feel-good, romantic read—and for a beautiful reminder that we should always try to live the life that makes us the happiest." --Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis
 

• Book of the Month Club Best Book of the Year finalist
• Goodreads Choice Awards finalist
• BookPage Magazine Best Books of the Year
• Booklist Best Romances of the Year
• SheReads Romance Book of the Year Award nomination

 

Ratings and reviews

CW: gaslighting and emotional abuse (past and on page), physical abuse (on page, secondary character), classism, depression, PTSD, & past suicidal ideation (secondary character), cheating ex, complications during childbirth/delivery (on page, secondary character), parental abandonment, toxic parental relationships Every time I finish a book by Abby Jimenez, I can’t help but wish that her characters were real. That’s how engrossed and invested I am in the happiness of these fictional characters. I'm always amazed by Abby Jimenez’s ability to pull so many emotions and feelings out of me. The balance of sweetness, humor, and more serious topics (please see CW’s) in Part of Your World was so impressive. Plus, this novel has one of THE swooniest heroes ever. I’m normally not a big fan of age gap romances, but I loved Daniel and Alexis. Daniel may be almost a decade younger than Alexis, but he definitely had an old soul. He understood her on a level that few others ever had and he was truly able to see her for who she was. Their chemistry and banter had me rooting for them right from the start and though Jimenez puts readers on an emotional roller coaster, it’s worth all the drops, twists, and turns. I appreciated that the love story in Part of Your World wasn’t just a romantic one. There’s also the love of friendship, the love between family (born into and found), the love for yourself and that of your community. I fell in love with the entire town of Wakan and the touch of magic throughout the story was a fun addition. There were so many wonderful secondary characters and I cannot wait for Bri’s story next. A heartfelt novel from start to finish! *I beta read an early edition of this book and voluntarily read this advance review copy*

Part of Your World is hands down my favorite book I've read so far this year! I've enjoyed all of Abby Jimenez's books that I've read, but this one stole my heart; there was so much to love! Alexis Montgomery comes from a long line of distinguished doctors and she and her brother are expected to carry on that legacy. While on the way home from a funeral, Alexis ends up in a ditch a couple of hours from home only to be saved by a cute guy. Daniel Grant lives in the small town of Wakan and while he's the town mayor and runs the B&B, he's also a very talented carpenter. While he may only be 28, he's wise beyond his years and is secure in who he is while trying to continue living up to the Grant family name. When Alexis is rescued by Daniel and they finally meet again, the sparks between them are undeniable! They both have their own obligations in their own hometowns and while the pull is so strong for them to be together, will they be able to make it work? Alexis has man outside influences that are causing stress and knowing how opposite their lives are makes her think maybe she needs to leave Daniel and Wakan behind. This was such a fantastic story. I was enthralled from the beginning and while the romantic love was there and the chemistry off the charts, I loved the friendship that was formed between Alexis and Daniel as well. I felt all the emotions reading this book; I laughed, cried, swooned and smiled. As I said above, this is one of my favorites of the year so far. Do yourself a favor and pick it up - you won't be sorry!

Gorgeous, Sensitive, Relatable. Abby does an amazing job crafting a world where we just want everything to work out, and as the omniscient observer, we want to will the happy ever after into place. She helps us care about ALL of the characters, and even the very life force of a town and random animals in this heart-swelling novel. Each of Abby's novels touches on a sensitive subject, carefully weaving the intricacies of that subject with the story we all become deeply invested in. in Part of Your World, abuse of different varieties is shown, as well as the work and effort to overcome the abuse indoctrination and learn to love yourself while trusting others again. Here, we follow Alexis's journey of healing and growing her own voice and path. Daniel finds his own self worth while discovering his own destiny. Worlds collide in heart-breaking, heart-warming, and belly-laughing ways.

About the author

Abby Jimenez is a Food Network winner, USA Today and New York Times best-selling author, and recipient of the 2022 Minnesota Book Award for her novel Life's Too Short. 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 following.

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