This one took me a while to get through it. It was an interesting take. Not my favorite if the series, but still a good read!

Tangled Up in You by Christina Lauren was a solid, easy read, but I have to admit, it didn’t totally blow me away. The story follows two characters, Coben and Aria, who are caught up in a complicated situation. I liked the chemistry between them, but I didn’t feel as invested in their romance as I’ve been in some of Christina Lauren’s other books. It’s still fun and full of their signature humor, which I always enjoy, but I found myself skimming at times.

This is such a clever retelling! I adored how it was brought up to present day, and I looked forward to each new detail discovered. Christina Lauren is the perfect pair to tackle this latest retelling!

I know this was a Tangled retelling, but that ending STILL gave me a heart attack. It was honestly a great read and all of the characters were nicely done - still had elements of the original characters we know and love while also adding some depth to them. Overall a fun read for those who want more Tangled.

Christina Lauren hit it out of the park with this modern day reimagining of Tangled. This emotional adventure brings its fair share of challenging topics (as one would expect with a retelling of Tangled) but as always they are addressed in a mindfully tactful way in the typical Christina Lauren fashion. This is a great option for someone looking for a quick read to help get past that reading slump and will leave you ready to dive into more!

I always love Christina Lauren, and this retelling of Tangled/Rapunzel was so fun! While it's not my favorite of theirs, it was still a solid rom-com read for me.

This is a modern-day retelling of the Disney story of Tangled - the tale of Rapunzel. I wasn't sure exactly what to expect when I picked it up, but it was really sweet. I loved how I could follow along with the cartoon I knew and loved, and yet it had a fresh feel to the story in a more modern sense.

Ren has lived off the grid with her parents on their farm since before she can remember. Between homeschooling and working on the farm, she has been busy, but now at 22, she has finally convinced her parents to allow her to go off to college - with the caveat that she stay off the grid as much as possible and come home every weekend.

Fitz is a popular guy no campus and comes across as the rich, ladies man type. But there's a lot more to hiim than meets the eye, as Ren starts to learn when she finds herself in a class with him. One thing leads to another with a class assignment, and the two find themselves off on an adventure leading them across the country.

I really enjoyed how the book took the traditional cartoon and moved it into a modern setting, and yet it didn't feel too artificial. Did I sense what was coming next? Yes, but that was half the fun!

Thank you to Hyperion Avenue and NetGalley for the Advanced Reader Copy. All opinions are my own.

A super fun retelling of a classic Disney story with the a fabulous twist that only Christina Lauren can deliver

I love Christina Lauren and Tangled Up In You is just another book added to the list of books I loved. Tangled Up In You is a story where opposites attract but both have goals and both have end games. But when these two cross paths, their lives take a turn and they go down a path neither one of them thought they would. I love the relationship Ren and Fitz have and they truly are meant to be together.

I have a confession- I’ve never seen Disney’s Tangled, or read the story of Repunzel. I know, I know, some princess fan I am! But when I saw this twist on Repuzel was available, I just HAD to try it out because Christina Lauren can make me love any story they write ❤️

Ren is raised off the grid on her parents' homestead. While she has been homeschooled her entire life, she decided to take the opportunity to attend a typical college for her education. Our other main character is Fitz. He’s the dreamy boy, completely opposite to Ren in every way. I loved their journey of self-discovery as they traveled on a road trip together. Full of joy and magic, Christina Lauren does it once again.

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I loved this. Absolutely loved this. Tangled is probably one of my favorite Disney movies and I thought this spin on it, though absolutely different than the movie, was really well done. There were some small nods to the movie that made me grin (Fitz's car is named Max, when Ren and Fitz set off on their adventure Ren goes back and forth on whether or not she is a bad daughter) but for the most part, this book stood on its own which I appreciated because I didn't want a modern retelling of Tangled. I wanted something unique and different and this book really delivered on that.

Ren and Fitz were adorable - I really loved how Ren was both smart and naive but a good reader of people. Fitz had his walls up HARD but the moment he started to fall for Ren they came crashing down and it was such a treat to watch. These two communicate well and I liked that. I liked that a lot actually. Other romance writers, take note. The last few Christina Lauren books have been such a miss for me personally that it made me so happy to see that this one was the exact opposite. In fact, it might be my favorite thing they've ever written. I didn't even mind that both the leads read young (I could see this as YA instead of adult) because it was EXACTLY what I needed. Will be re-reading again for sure.

For a modern interpretation of Rapunzel/Tangled, the authors did an excellent job. While Ren definitely didn't feel believably naïve as a freshman in college, the plot requires her to be so most readers should be able to suspend disbelief. The romance was believable, the plot moved at a quick pace, and overall its was another solid entry into the Meant to Be series.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of Tangled Up In You by Christina Lauren!

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

2 stars

This is a 2 star review not because it is bad, but more because it doesn't deliver like other Christina Lauren books do. I knew this was going to be a retelling of a Disney story but I was hoping that CL would give it a little more spice. I'm writing this review a couple months after I read the book and I honestly had to remind myself of what happened. Too bad, but this one was largely forgettable.

Huge fan of Christina Lauren, so I had to read this twist on Rapunzel. It did not disappoint. It’s incredibly adorable on every level. From Ren and Fitz’s banter and easy connection to the great twist at the end. Loved it!

A Delightful Romance with Heart and Humor ★★★★☆

Christina Lauren once again delivers a charming, heartfelt romance in Tangled Up in You. The story follows two compelling protagonists whose chemistry is undeniable, making their journey from tension to tenderness an absolute joy to read. The witty banter, emotional depth, and well-crafted character development make this book a standout in the contemporary romance genre.

What sets Tangled Up in You apart is the way it balances lighthearted moments with deeper emotional themes, creating a story that is both engaging and meaningful. The writing is as sharp and entertaining as ever, filled with the signature warmth and humor that fans of Christina Lauren love.

The only reason this isn’t a full five-star read for me is that certain plot points felt a bit predictable, and I wished for a little more depth in some of the supporting characters. That said, the romance is swoon-worthy, the dialogue is fantastic, and the story is one that will leave you smiling long after you turn the last page.

Highly recommended for readers who enjoy fun, heartfelt romances with a bit of emotional complexity!

This was a very cute retelling! I really enjoy Christina Lauren's books, and this one didn't disappoint.

Thank you to the author and publisher for the opportunity to review this book.

I loved the story, I loved the characters, I loved the retelling. I didn't feel like the retelling was overt or in your face in anything but the title. The idea of a Rapunzel like character in college was so cute and refreshing. Ren was such a quirky character that I just wanted to hug. She was so weird and off the wall, but also incredibly loveable. Fitz is...Fitz. He was such a carbon copy of Flynn Rider that I was rolling my eyes at times. Through this though, he was such a good complement to Ren. This read felt like such a Chris and Lo book and I was so glad to read it. While retellings aren't usually my jam, this was so fun and quirky and silly and cute and at times mind blowingly twisty. I loved this!

This was honestly a wild ride. While I had assumptions about Ren’s backstory I did not expect the story to go the way it did. It had an element of suspense that is not regularly found in romance books and it was such a shift that it took me by complete surprise. Yet I’m a sucker for a swoony love story so I overall enjoyed it.

Interesting to see Christina Lauren in a YA. This was cute and I really enjoy this series of retellings.