Ren Glyden, the FMC in Tangled Up in You, comes across as the typical storybook princess. She even has the very, very long blonde hair. Raised on an Idaho homestead in near isolation she is still light, bright, intellectually brilliant and in love with life. Her strict parents come across as emotionally abusive even if she claims they are not, but in her circumstances she has nothing to compare here. Despite keeping her on the homestead for all of her 22 years they allow her to go to college away from home without much explanation why. In her narrative she often thinks of how her father has so often rejected all of her ideas for innovation and improvement on the farm. So what's to be gained from her college education?
She meets Fitz on her first day because he's been assigned to give her the campus tour. He's got a reputation as a player and one who puts his own self-interests above all. He admits as much because he's got an agenda ahead of him. Ren ignores all the warnings, including his, to befriend him and everybody else she meets. She becomes a campus wonder girl in a matter of weeks. Despite promises she'd made to her parents she breaks every rule they set for this new adventure and in one case makes a disturbing discovery about her life that she never could have imagined. Her need to find out the truth behind this discovery that may upend everything she believes sends her on a road trip with none other than Fitz. He has a mission too and as they travel together from Spokane to Atlanta they discover they have more in common than either one could have imagined.
Tangled Up in You is a well-written and entertaining romantic mystery that could appeal to teens as well as adults. I really don't care for the FMC who is fluffy and all bright light, beautiful and brilliant. A few flaws, etc. can go a long way toward a more realistic human being, but all the flaws seemed to belong to Fitz.

This is a cute retelling of the Disney movie. An enjoyable reiteration but was made predictable by the fact that it follows the movie so closely.

I haven’t read the others in the series so I am not sure if they are all Disney retelling or if they incorporate some of the original stories.

A modern re-telling of Disney’s Tangled? SIGN ME UP!

This was so cute and I ate it up! Literally. I couldn’t put it down. I absolutely loved how Christina Lauren incorporated so many elements from the original Tangled into this, and I was beaming at my screen throughout.

The end felt rushed, but I’ll chalk it up to I was having a good time and was not ready for it to end.

Thank you NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for the ARC.

This book was really good. It was heart warming, romantic,and funny. It had some suspense in it. The ending was really good. I liked how strong Ren was after everything she went through. I'm grateful that netgalley and the publishers let me read this in exchange for an honest review.

One of my favorite movies is Tangled, so learning that two of my favorite authors are creating a modern version of it makes me very happy! I believe they did a fantastic job writing this book. It was a really quick and enjoyable read that won my heart. If you enjoy Tangled, this book is perfect for you! highly recommend

thank you so much to netgalley and hyperion avenue for giving me this arc!

Ate this up. we love a Disney re-telling. Loved the forced proximity, road trip and fun characters. Who could say no to a tangled rom-com?

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

I love Tangled and I love Christina Lauren, so I was so excited to get this ARC! It was a cute and fast read with a dark aspect to it. In the movie Tangled, a lot of its plot was based off of magic, so it was interesting to see how the magical aspects of the plot were taken and applied to reality in this book. I'm usually annoyed by really naive and "innocent" characters in books (and damsel in distress types), but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked Ren. Sure she was naive but she also had a lot of resilience in the face of hardships and she was intelligent. I enjoyed seeing the balance between book smart (Ren) and street smart (Fitz) and seeing how they each made the other better.

I. WANT. MORE. To say that this is one of the cutest stories that I've read this year might be an understatement.

Also, a re-telling of Disney's tangled? SIGN ME UP, YESTERDAY!

This is certainly not my first Christina Lauren story, but as always, she sucked me right in with this story!

Ren was such a sweet, lovable FMC. She wasn't exactly relatable, but that was also the whole point of the story. Even her background was so incredibly bizarre, it had to have been fictitious!

Edward (Fitz), our MMC, now he's certainly the more relatable character. I won't even lie, Flynn/Eugene, is probably my favorite Disney "prince" ever. So, it goes without saying that seeing their similarities made me love Edward even more!

"Before I do this, I want you to know that I'm in love with you."

If you've seen "Tangled", you know not to love the FMC's mother. But, even without that context, Gloria and Steve were so incredibly unlikable!

4 ⭐️ because while the story was so sweet and well-written, it ended sort of abruptly, and I would've loved to see more of Ren fully trusting Edward and starting to build a life with him.

As an unapologetic Disney Adult and someone who will read anything written by Christina Lauren, the day this book got announced felt like being rewarded for something by the universe. The book itself is like a dream I would’ve been singing about in The Snuggly Duckling.

Ren is young woman who has lived off the grid with her parents for her entire life. She’s finally leaving the homestead for the first time and fulfilling a dream to attend Corona College. Fitz is living the life he wants everyone to believe is his reality while working to graduate at the top of the class and embark on the future he has all mapped out for himself. Ren’s arrival on campus threatens to upend all his plans, and a lab assignment leads to questions that send the two of them on a roadtrip that will change both their lives.

I love Tangled and this book was everything I could’ve asked for in a modern retelling. Ren completely encapsulated the spirit of Rapunzel. She is endlessly curious and the light she shines on everyone makes it impossible not to love her. Fitz has all the charisma of Flynn Rider. It’s endearingly comical to see his reluctant care and protectiveness for Ren and so sweet as he allows himself to emerge from the denial he tries to live in. The chemistry between the two of them is so good. The genuine affection that develops is touching. I enjoyed reading this book so much.

Thank you to NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

An enthralling journey of love, self-discovery, and unexpected twists! 'Tangled Up In You' by Christina Lauren captivates with its rich characters, witty banter, and a rollercoaster of emotions. The seamless blend of romance and personal growth keeps you glued to every page, making it impossible to put down. A must-read for anyone seeking a heartwarming, passionate tale that leaves you feeling utterly fulfilled.

I wasn’t sure how I would feel about Ren, but I think the 3rd party narration acknowledging that her enthusiasm and optimism for the simplest things in life would come off as annoying to anyone else. I did see the plot twist coming but wasn’t 100% how it would play out so I did feel excited to continue reading to find out.

As usual, I wanted more. More Ren & Fitz. Hopefully a sequel? Overall, would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting an easy, but enchanting read.

Tangled Up in You by Christina Lauren is a retelling of Disney’s Tangled which is a retelling of the fairy tale, Rapunzel. While I was familiar with the story, I never saw the film.

It is impossible to not be charmed by the story, and the way Christina Lauren can spin a tale. The main female character, Ren, has lived off the grid on a farm with her strict parents. She is bright, self-sufficient, and resourceful. She starts college at 22, and, of course, is completely different from her peers because she has never used a cell phone, internet, etc. However, because of her kindness and helpfulness, she charms the other students. I was worried that she would endure suffering because of not fitting in. When she embarks on a road trip with one of the most popular male students, they both grow and learn from each other.

This was a delightful read.

This was my first Meant to Be book, but will not be my last. Any fan of Disney and romance needs to know about this series. Ren and Edward were a super sweet match that had me smiling the entire book.

"Tangled Up In You" is the fourth book in the "Meant To Be Series", which is a series of modern day retellings of various Disney princesses by a variety of authors. I've always enjoyed books by the author due Christina Lauren, so I was particularly excited to read this book. This particular book is a modern reimagining of the Disney movie "Tangled." Ren has grown up on a farm in very rural Idaho, surrounded only by her parents and their animals. She's never been allowed around technology and only sees other humans on the one day a week they go to "town" to collect their mail and get groceries. But after years of begging, she's finally able to convince her parents to let her go to college. At 22, she's the oldest freshman at her school and quickly realizes that she's very different from other students. On her very first day, she meets Fitz, who is not what he seems like either. Along the way, the two of them discover that they have so much more in common than they ever realized. And when Ren uncovers a shocking family secret, she turns to Fitz to help her discover the truth.

This was a sweet, enjoyable romance that kept me smiling to the end! I was really surprised that this book even includes a mystery, and enjoyed reading how Ren and Fitz had to work together while also working through their growing feelings for each other. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

“If you took the raw confidence of Florence Pugh, the bone structure of Austin Butler, the charm of Jenna Ortega, and multiplied it by the effortless sensuality of Timothee Chalamet, you’d have Fitz.” Did someone say smoulder? ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Tangled Up In You is a modern retelling of Tangled. A Christina Lauren romance mixed with pure Disney nostalgia? I see the light, and this is perfection.

Ren (Rapunzel) has grown up isolated on an off-the-grid homestead in Idaho. Homeschooled, and completely self-educated, Ren decides to secretly apply to college at 22. When her parents begrudgingly allow her to go, questions of her past begin to plague her. With the help of a reluctant and blackmailed Fitz (hello Flynn) they set across the country both hellbent on their own missions; Ren, looking for the truth about her past, and Fitz hoping to right some wrongs (and get Ren and her beautiful hair out of his).

The blooming relationship between Ren and Fitz is swoony, sunshiney sweetness. And, like all good fairytales, the story has a pretty dramatic ending. Do note that the story does follow the original pretty closely - so if abuse/kidnapping are not for you - be kind to yourself. ♥️

I do feel like someone pressed the wrong button when I received this arc, but hey I had a dream. 😉

Thank you Christina Lauren, Hyperion Avenue and NetGalley for an electronic advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Tangled Up In You is a modern day Rapunzel reimagining of Disney's Tangled, complete with a main character with shining and super long gold hair!

Ren has never left the homestead, used a cell phone, or even Google. She spent her life reading and learning how to be self-sufficient and found herself with a full college scholarship at the age of 22. Fitz is a college senior and motivated to finish at the top of his class, but when Ren shows up at his college, his dreams of having his juvenile criminal record wiped clean are put in jeopardy.

Ren and Fitz are in an immunology class together, where Ren shines and Fitz struggles. The class does a simple DNA test which turns Ren's world upside down. Soon, they find themselves on a road trip together as Ren searches for answers...and before they know it, they are tangled up in feelings for one another.

I absolutely adore this book. The quirkiness of Ren's character is fantastic, and I love that she's strong and independent. Fitz is great and worked so hard to get his life back together after a difficult childhood. I adored that he was really just a good guy throughout the book. The romance was so sweet, and I love d that Fitz made sure Ren fully understood consent when they finally kissed.. I would have loved more details about Gloria and Steve to add to the mystery. The ending also wrapped up more quickly than I would have liked. Overall, this is an adorable quick read and I really enjoyed it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Ren has lived off the grid for most of her life and away from the read world. She finally manage to attend Corona College and meets Fitz. They crash obviously but they are right for each other too.

I love the Rapunzel mentions. I enjoy how Fitz and Ren crash and sizzle. It's so much fun. It's romantic and funny. It's exactly what you would expect from a Christina Lauren book. Really enjoy this fun book.

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

This is a very cute and heartwarming book about self-discovery and relationships. Throw in a cute boy, (somewhat) forced proximity and a road trip and you have a love connection.

Yes, this is a Tangled retelling but coming from someone who doesn't really care for Disney movies, this book was great. It's an adult version of tangled with real life issues.

I really loved Ren and how even though she isn't traditionally schooled she is super smart, hard working and a great problem solver. I like how her character develops over time. I love that Fitz had a lot more character to him than what we are first led to believe.

A quick, fun, romantic read.

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

Thank you Netgalley and Hyperion Avenue for an ARC of this book!

If you're a fan of princess.Disney retellings, you will enjoy this! A modern day retelling of Tangled perfect for RomCom fans. I loved how it switched between both Ren and Fitz telling parts of the story. It really adds to the story hearing from both characters. The beginning took me a little to get into but once it picked up I had to keep reading to find out what happened!

The meant to be series have given some of my favorite authors such a fun way to shine. When I saw Christina Lauren were going to take a turn with tangled I was excited and they did not disappoint, it’s such a challenge to be true to a Disney movie in a realistic and modern way but they nailed it. I really enjoyed their take. The main characters were so easy to root for and I felt genuine suspense thinking about what was to come.

A grown up fairy tale for fans of romance, tangled, and Christina Lauren

Tangled was a cute story about girl named Ren navigating the outside world for the first time on her own. She’s very naive but very intelligent self taught. She finds out she a child of kidnapping so she and the fitz goes on a road to find her bio dad to discover who she is and to have more experiences. It’s was a nice story but not my favorite Christina Lauren story.