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I love everything Abby Jimenez writes. This was a bit unusual as the relationship pairing was perfect, but everything else wasn‘t. Lots of dramatic obstacles to overcome, and I was here for it.

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Too many “contemplative gazes” for me, but it was an enjoyable enough story. As usual, Jimenez broaches some difficult, relatable familial circumstances along side a romance. This was more of the former, less of the latter. I was okay with that.

I didn‘t expect to be bawling my eyes out on a Friday night but should have known better with Abby. Hot Veterinarian Xavier meets Mustard PR woman, Samantha. They have an imperfectly perfect 1st date. When he drops her off at her apartment he finds out she‘s moving 2000miles away. They decide to make it work long distance. This is sweet and funny, but man, there is a dementia storyline in here that ripped my heart out. Jimenez is always a pick!

I really love Abby Jimenez books. Her writing resonates with me. The characters feel so authentic, even supporting characters. They‘re not all 100% lovable, but they feel like real people you could meet. I also love that her stories have depth and realistic struggles. She is absolutely an auto-buy author for me.

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1. I finished Say You‘ll Remember Me this week and placed 4 more of her novels on the wish list: (2 - 5)

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Very sad and devastating. A lot of family drama + trauma and constantly creating new obstacles, problems, and drama... which overshadowed the love story.

This is very on brand for this author.

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I love a good romance, and this was absolutely amazing. Just a little bit of spice and so much emotion. Abby is one of my favorite automatic-read authors, and I didn‘t realize how much I needed this story. Book #38 in 2025

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It‘s easy to get lost in an Abby Jimenez book; I really enjoy her writing. This seems like a story that a lot of people will be able to relate to, but with such a focus on the familial situations, to me it felt like it lacked a little bit of chemistry between the couple. Of course it was moving, though, and made me tear up! 🎧

Not my favorite Jimenez book, not the usual heat, banter & humor of her destined couple. The story talks more about the bigger family concerns that Xavier & Sam have going on & what draws them together as a couple. Sam‘s mom is in the early stages of dementia. As someone that lost her dad suddenly to a form of dementia last year it hit close to home. I do like how Jimenez discussed the reality‘s that many families have to face when someone they

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Of course gonna give Abby Jimenez all the stars!! Her books always make me go through so many emotions….laughter, Love, joy, sadness, happiness!!!😍😍

Oof, this one tore out my heart and then put it back together. What happens when you meet your person and have the best date of your life and move across the country the next day? I fell so hard for these characters and Jimenez really put them through the wringer. She always does a great job exploring deeper themes and my goodness, she can write a story! amy first pool read of the season, highly recommend!

Absolutely left me emotional through the entire book, as I am with most of Abby's titles, since she always has characters that I connect with so deeply.

A little smidge disappointed, but I think it‘s because my expectations for an Abby J. book are so high. The focus seemed to be on the problems the characters were facing instead of them building a real relationship. For me, it misses the humor and banter that I think makes Abby J. such a strong author. Still a pick, definitely, but my least favorite from her by far.

A beautiful, not always easy contemporary romance. A couple that is perfect together but live 2000 miles apart and are both dealing with family trauma. Definitely check content notes before reading this one. I definitely highly recommend and am such a fan of Abby Jimenez! 5⭐️

As someone who has lost a parent to dementia, reading this was both heartbreaking/validating. So many emotions—grief, guilt, helplessness, & the anger that simmers when you feel you‘re losing someone in slow motion. There were scenes that hit so close to home. But there was also comfort seeing those feelings on the page—proof they‘re not just mine. That I‘m not alone. That‘s the power of books—remind us of our shared humanity.

Oh gosh, a family caring for their parent with early onset dementia must be a difficult test of family strength. My parents and two siblings have passed away (none with dementia) I know we would not have been that unit who could live together as adults (ailing parent or not). I‘m fascinated by families, even fictional, who make the attempt. Oh yeah, there‘s a love story here too - and a greatly named dog!

This is a tricky book to rate. The characters, as always for Jimenez, are instantly & impeccably realized. There was banter, cute animals, and the beginning was fun.But in the middle & the end, the plot was harder to get lost in because it was so.much.difficulty.I did like that it made me look at the little things in life, the small moments in relationships & with family, and appreciate them more. And I‘d still say it‘s worth it‘s worth the read.

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Soft pick.

I love all of Abby Jimenez‘s books and love that she doesn‘t shy from tough situations. This book is no different (there is a list of trigger warnings at the beginning). As much as I loved Samantha & Xavier, there really wasn‘t any real conflict. The obstacle was external, set-up basically at the beginning, and then I felt the story just floated along. So 3.75 stars. Summer & Playlist are still my faves.

4 ⭐️s - Enjoyed reading, but it has been my least favorite of hers so far.

Jimenez always mixes real world problems with her once in a lifetime romance. This time it was almost too much reality. And yet….no one does it better or with more sincerity. Just a beautiful story.Thanks to Edelweiss and the publisher for an advance copy.

Abby Jimenez never disappoints! I know that there will be a happy ending, however I also like how her books don‘t shy away from how hard life is.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance e-galley.