If you’re in the mood for a fresh take on a classic tale, look no further than “Tangled Up in You” by Christina Lauren. This modern reimagining of Disney’s Tangled captivated me from the first page to the last with its witty charm and deeply romantic storyline. It’s the fourth book in the Hyperion “Meant To Be” series but can easily be read as a standalone.

Ren Gylden, our endearing protagonist, stole my heart with her unconventional upbringing and boundless curiosity. Raised off the grid on a remote Idaho homestead, Ren enters Corona College with wide-eyed wonder, having never experienced the modern world. Her innocence and intelligence make her a captivating character, and I found myself rooting for her from the start.

Enter Fitz, the quintessential rich kid with a plan. Determined to succeed at all costs, Fitz’s carefully laid out life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Ren. Their chemistry is palpable, and as their journey unfolds, so does their connection.

What I loved most about this book is the depth of the characters. Ren and Fitz are not just two-dimensional stereotypes; they are complex individuals with rich backstories and genuine emotions. The inclusion of family secrets adds an extra layer of intrigue, keeping me eagerly turning the pages to uncover the truth.As Ren and Fitz embark on a life-changing road trip, they discover that sometimes the greatest adventures are the ones we least expect. Their journey is filled with laughter, tears, and plenty of heartwarming moments that left me smiling long after I finished the book.

My Final Thoughts:

“Tangled Up in You” is more than just a love story; it’s a testament to the power of human connection and the beauty of embracing life’s unexpected twists and turns. Christina Lauren has crafted a masterpiece that will capture your heart and leave you longing for more. It’s the kind of story that I will remember for years to come. So grab a copy, settle in, and prepare to be swept away on a whirlwind romance unlike any other.

I received an ARC of this book from the publisher but the thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.

Ren, vive con sus padres en una granja, los señores son unos ermitaños extremos, nunca la han dejado ir a la escuela, viajar, ver la tele, tener un celular, la pobre todo lo aprende por ella misma, pero un día la dejan ir a la universidad con muchas condiciones. Ella es feliz en la escuela, es de las alumnas más inteligentes, todo parecía ir bien, sin embargo, en una de sus clases hacen unos análisis de dna y descubre que su padre no es su padre biológico, entonces decide ir a conocerlo y averiguar porque sus papás jamás le dijeron nada. Se embarcara en un viaje con quien menos imaginó y sin saberlo se convertirá en el viaje de sus vidas.

Fitz vienen de una familia rica, pero hizo algo en lo dejó con antecedentes por lo que hizo un trato con una jueza en donde tenía que sacar de los promedios mas altos para que borraran su expediente y con la llegada de Ren se vió amenazado su futuro. En una matería no sacó la calificación deseada, entonces decidió meterse al salón del maestro y cambiar la calificación, pero Ren lo descubrió y lo chantajeo para llevarla a conocer a su papá.
Antes del viaje él no la soportaba, pero conforme la fue conociendo le empezó a gustar, pero el ya tiene su futuro trazado y ella no está en sus planes.


Ojalá a la versión final tenga epílogo. 🙏




¡Lo sabía! Lo que pasó con el papá fue mi primer pensamiento.

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Another great novel by Christina Lauren! Their witty writing paired with unique characters keeps you interested through to the last page!

Tangled Up In You, part of the Meant to Be series, was a quick, enjoyable read like its predecessors. This tale was loosely based on Disney's Tangled. Readers are introduced to Ren, who lived a sheltered life before heading to Corona College. She has never been exposed to the outside world beyond her homestead and small town for necessities. Readers will fall in love with Ren and root for her throughout the story. Experiencing the what the world has to offer for the first time, readers go along on a journey of self-discovery. Ren meets Fitz, and the two of them embark on a journey fill of surprises and life-changing events. Both set off wanting something and realized what they really needed was right there in front of them. Christina Lauren's books are perfect beach reads, and this one shines like all the others! Get ready to get tangled up in a feel-good story.

Thanks to NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for an early copy, so I could give an honest review!

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Thank you, NetGalley and publisher for this ARC.
Knowing this author and this book cover, I was sure I would fall in love with this book, and I was totally correct. This is a cute revised story about a damsel in distress named Ren, who is missing out on so many of life’s wonderful things that she could be doing and experiencing, but she is, sheltered. Fitz comes along and shows her the world and rescues her. !! This author is one that I will automatically buy their book!! I would highly recommend this book a definite, five stars. I really love their romantic comedies.!!!

I’m a sucker for Disney retellings. Though this was not at all what I expected when I went in, it didn’t disappoint. I enjoyed the fun and the little bit of suspense, but this isn’t your average “climb up my long hair to save me from my tower” kinda retelling.
Ren is sheltered and different from other girls. She grew up differently. No technology, no bff to gossip with, no social experiences really at all outside her home. When she finally gets to go to college, everything changes. Because in biology class, she gets dna test and everything she thought she knew is gone. The story becomes about following clues to figure out the missing pieces to her puzzle and it doesn’t hurt she gets to do it without a cute boy. One humorous road trip later and you can’t help but swoon.
Fitz is your typical dream boat guy. He’s grumpy but also kind of endearing.
This isn’t my first book by Christina Lauren, but it won’t be my last. I look forward to seeing what else is in this series.

This book was a super cute retelling of Disney's Tangled. Rapunzel is one of my favorite Disney princesses. This book was so cute as it started off with Ren working at the farm. She's heading to college where she meets Fitz. A simple assignment in their immunology seminar is where the adventure begins. This is where their lives change. This book had a lot of fun twists and turns of adventure. This book was so cute and so much fun. It was well written with solid character growth and wonderful conflict to keep me reading well into the night. I also want to add that Christina Lauren did a great job on the pacing of this novel. I never found myself bored or wondering when things were going to end. This book had it all--adventure, a bit of suspense, and romance. Huge thanks to Hyperion Avenue and Netgalley for allowing me to enjoy this wonderful story.

This is a very sweet retelling of Disney's Tangled. Ren, the female lead, is so naive and sweet it can get a bit tedious at times, other times it is cute and makes you smile. Definitely not your typical Christina Lauren. I would have enjoyed it more if it felt more inline with their other works, but with a dash of Disney. This retelling is more Disney vibes, which I did enjoy, but felt lacking. It just needed something more. I do recommend this for any Tangled fans.

This was such a cute Rapunzel/Tangled retelling. I was giggling and kept turning the pages cause I wanted to know how it ends

TANGLED UP IN YOU has become one of my favorite reads this year. It is such a great retelling of Rapunzel, adding in the charm of any Christina Lauren book with fun tropes, modern and relevant storylines, and great chemistry between the characters. This was such a great read and would be perfect to add to your pool or beach bags for the summer.

Part of the issue with retellings can be that the story tries to separate itself from the original storyline, but then it becomes something that is unrecognizable. That is not the case here. This retelling is the perfect blend of story and new material and the way the authors wrote the book make it so that it felt like a new story, while honoring what made the original version of the story successful and incredible. To me, it doesn't read like a retelling unless you know about it, and that is the key to this book. The fact that it can stand on its own means that the authors have created a story that is worth reading.

And, most importantly, the whole book is just fun. It is filled with great romance tropes like grumpy/sunshine, only one bed, and forced proximity. The characters had depth and growth to them and the romance was believable and well done. The banter was great and their interactions were the best parts of the book.

Overall, I think this is a definite must read because it is perfect for summer and is just a good book altogether. If you like light romances, engaging stories, and high quality writing, this is the book for you.

Thank you to Hyperion Avenue and NetGalley for a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

I was giving an advanced copy in exchange for my review. This is my honest opinion I am giving voluntarily. I have been a long time fan of christina and this book will join the recommendations list. It’s duo pov, absolutely hilarious and PG romance. It had a great flow and I can’t wait to get a physical copy to add to the collection, loved it!

Thank you to Netgalley and Hyperion Avenue for the eARC of Tangled Up In You in exchange for my honest review!

If you know me at all, you KNOW I’m obsessed with anything that Christina and Lauren write. They are some of the best romance authors in the game right now so I was thrilled when I got an advanced copy of this! I’m not a Disney adult but I do love Tangled so I was sure I’d like this.

It was super cute, I loved how they were able to modernize the story and make it feel really happy and cozy. I knew most of the plot beats but the predictability wasn’t a detriment. Definitely enjoyed this one!

I've read many Christina Lauren books and this is at the top of the list, I loved it! To be honest, I didn't realize it was a retelling of Rapunzel or Disney's Tangled until after I finished the book and read other reader's reviews. Ren is delightful, someone people radiate towards and Fitz is powerless to resist. I laughed, I cried, I swooned and lost sleep finishing this book in one day. I will now always keep an iron skillet, a pocket knife and a roll of duct tape at the ready, ten stars from beginning to end!

This was such a delightfully fun book. I have been loving these modern retellings of fairy tales so when I found out one of my favorite writing Duo was going to be doing one. I definitely needed to read it. And this book did not disappoint.

I love the fact that you get sort of a road trip element as well as a bit of romantic suspense. I would say that it is a bit more of a PG romance than the other books they write so it was a little different but no less of an enjoyable read.

As you can tell by the cover, this is a tangled/ Rapunzel retelling and it really gives it the classic story that you're used to but with a modern twist. I highly recommend this book.

What I Didn’t Like:
-The vibe coming from Ren to open this book is obnoxious. She’s written to be naive and sheltered but she comes across as selfish instead. That does change, eventually, but it takes a bit.
-The book feels more YA than adult. That’s likely owing to the fact that this is based on a fairy tale (Rapunzel), the characters are college students, and one of them has lived a very sheltered life. Overall, you get a cute YA romance vibe from this one for sure.
-The book didn’t need that last paragraph, but that’s just my opinion. It felt too forced.

What I Did Like:
+The change that comes over the character and the entire vibe of the book following an early class assignment revelation is intense and welcome. Just as you’re ready to give up on this character, the switch is flipped and things move in a new direction. It’s perfectly timed.
+Great fast action from the arrival in Atlanta to the end. You’ll want to read that part all in one sitting!
+The modern spin on the Rapunzel fairy tale is well done. There’s enough of the fairy tale left in it to be pleasant and all the modernization makes SENSE!

Who Should Read This One:
-Fans of the Tangled movie who want a modern retelling.
-YA romance fans who want a cute romance wrapped in a road trip story.

As far as the writing goes, it was well done. However, the story just wasn’t for me. It was just okay… I love this writing duo but it took me quite a long time to get through it and I usually can read through a book very quickly.

This was a solid Christina Lauren book! Humerous, sweet, and just a ton of fun! A perfect escape. It is definitely not my favorite by them, but it still served the purpose of giving me the romance fix I wanted. I enjoyed the characters and the setting was fun and unique!

WOW. This is my first Christina Lauren book and I honestly am so happy I started with this because it was just the cutest little story. I absolutely loved Tangled so a reimagining was right up my alley. I loved Ren and Fritz and I think they embodied the perfect grumpy/sunshine trope and the forced proximity beautifulness! It had some really cute moments and I ate it up, that’s for sure.

Not your typical Rom-Com!

Who knew Tangled Up in You was a retelling of a Disney movie? (Not me apparently, lol! - Thanks for clueing me in Kaceey!).

What started out as a fairly lighthearted enjoyable read turned into something else (which I predicted from the start (and I hadn’t even seen the movie the book was based on. How about them apples?!). Ren and Fitz’s story was sweet, albeit predictable, while Ren’s entire storyline was a tad unbelievable. That said, this was a quick easy read and it kept my attention throughout.

I always look forward to Christina Lauren’s novels and can't wait for her next book.

Thanks to NetGalley and Hyperion for the arc.

Thank you to NetGalley, Hyperion Avenue, and authors Christina Lauren for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This retelling of Rapunzel was very sweet. Ren is an extremely sheltered 22-year-old who finally convinces her overbearing parents to allow her to enroll in college classes. She meets Fitz on campus and, after only knowing him for a brief time, embarks on a cross-country road trip adventure. Mystery, romance, and hijinks ensue.

While this was a very adorable read, I felt it would fit better in the YA genre. Some awkward moments might have been more excusable if they were both younger.

Overall, a lovely light read for lovers of a Disney-esque story + ending.