Part of Your World (Part of Your World, #1)

by Abby Jimenez

“Doug is trying to seduce me with a poorly sung version of ‘More Than Words’ when he has an entire baby goat? If you have a baby goat, you always lead with ‘I have a baby goat.’”

“Is there anyone out there under the impression that they are in a relationship with you?” I laughed. “It’s just a grilled cheese, you know. It’s not that serious.” “Oh, I know. But if I was under the impression that I was in a relationship with someone and I came home to find them making a grilled cheese for another woman, I would not be happy.”

Hunter trotted over and sat next to me. I looked at my dog and scoffed. “Please tell me you’re kidding. Is this how you looked when she came back? We’re trying to make a good impression and both your ears are inside out.” He blinked at me, and I had to laugh. He had a pink lipstick kiss on his forehead.

“Ali, men are two things. Disappointing and consistent. I believe you.”

“No cream? No sugar?” “No.” He shook his head. “How can you drink that?” “It’s coffee. You’re supposed to taste it. You can’t taste it with cream and sugar in it.”

I wanted to see her world with my own eyes, not just these glimpses behind the curtain. I wanted to be a part of it.

I don’t think she realizes how exceptional she is. I got the sense nobody tells her, which is weird.