This book had a lot of potential with its unique premise—an anxious artist and a recovering addict finding love—but I found it a bit repetitive.

The story follows Britt, a socially anxious painter who prefers the safety of her online art channel, and Hunter, a former addict trying to rebuild his life. Their slow-burn romance is sweet, and I appreciated the book’s focus on mental health and redemption.

That said, the story started feeling a little stuck in a loop. The same issues and conversations seemed to happen over and over without much new development, which made it drag at times. Plus, there’s a subplot about Britt’s parents that took up more space than I expected, making the main romance feel a bit sidelined.

I did enjoy the emotional depth and the way Fuller handled anxiety and addiction with care, but I wish there had been more variation in the pacing. If you love heartfelt, character-driven romances and don’t mind some repetition, this might still be a good pick for you!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

"So Into You" is an opposites-attract romance about confidence, forgiveness, and healing.

Horribly shy Britt is an influencer who films art tutorials. If she doesn't have to leave home, she doesn't.

Reformed partier Hunter is working hard, staying sober, and hoping to fly under the radar as long as possible. After drawing too much attention to himself in his younger years, now all he wants to do is live a quiet life.

But when an algorithm somewhere suggests one of Britt's tutorials when he's having a hard time sleeping one night, he finds himself drawn in by the cute star of the show.

When they eventually meet, they each have things they hide from the other and of course that only leads to problems later on. Ultimately, the question they must each answer is, are they better apart or together?

Overall, I enjoyed the story and hoping that each of the main characters would have what it takes to overcome what was holding them back. There were fun secondary characters as well (Maude was a hoot!), and a lot of growth and learning all the way around, not to mention an HEA or two.

Thank you to Kathleen Fuller, the publisher, and NetGalley for an advance review copy.

Kathleen Fuller crafts a beautifully heartfelt story in So Into You, blending small-town charm, emotional depth, and a swoon-worthy second-chance romance. Evelyn and Jace's journey is filled with tension, personal growth, and undeniable chemistry that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Their struggles feel authentic, making their path to love all the more rewarding. The small-town setting adds warmth, and the supporting characters bring humor and heart to the story. This isn't just about romance—it's about healing, forgiveness, and learning to open your heart again. If you love cozy, emotional reads with characters you can root for, So Into You is a must-read! 💕📖 #SoIntoYou #KathleenFuller #SecondChanceRomance #SmallTownLove

So Into You by Kathleen Fuller is a sweet, clean romance that features an engaging opposites-attract storyline. The chemistry between the former bad boy and reclusive artist is heartfelt and believable. The pacing is steady, though the plot is fairly predictable, and the characters, while likable, could have had more depth. Overall, it’s a charming and enjoyable read. A solid 3.75 stars—lovely, with just enough depth to make it a fun, easy romance.

This was pretty good. I didn’t really know what I was getting into when I was reading this, and I certainly didn’t expect it to have such serious topics, but I’m pleasantly surprised.

Before anything, I’d like to say that I was indeed hooked on the story - I read this for 4 straight hours non-stop. I loved the life lessons that this story relayed to the readers, which is why I also wouldn’t categorize it as a romance through and through - I personally think romance wasn’t the entire focus of this. I did like Britt and Hunter’s story, but it was more than them. In fact, this story dived into a lot of the characters lives.

Now, on to the way this story was written. I’m not usually mad at multiple POVs, but the way the author went about it in this story made it almost confusing. Add the fact that it was also written in third person, and I found myself getting lost at times. Another reason why I can’t really label this as a romance read is that - with all the romances I’ve read anyway - we don’t only focus on our two “supposedly” main couple, Britt and Hunter, but also Britt’s parents and their relationship. Now, I don’t know if there are other books in the genre that do this, but I haven’t read any. Nothing bad about it, it just surprised me and I realized I’m not a fan of this kind of writing.

Anyway, the structure and pacing were fine - definitely more of a slow burn. Also, I hated the third act - not just the break-up, but everything that happened was too frustrating for me. Honestly, I think it took so long to patch things up and they were all going in circles at that point. Another example of no communication between characters, and it was maddening.

Overall, aside from my personal frustrations, it was a really sweet and inspiring story ❤️

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for allowing me to share my honest review of this ARC.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing company for this Advanced Readers Copy of So Into You by Kathleen Fuller!

3.5 stars
This was a sweet story of a girl with social anxiety and a bad boy with a tough last meet and start to fall for each other. Hunter is interested in Britt and she can’t seem to why he would like her

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed this book a lot. There were so many wonderful and interesting characters in this book!

Another cute, clean Christian fiction book to add to your TBR. You'll fall in love with Britt and Hunter as they face their inner struggles and find love.

This is a good book. The two main characters Britt and Hunter. They meet when Hunter starts watching Britt’s U-Tube channel. She gives art lessons. Hunter works in a warehouse. There is an instant attraction. Hunter starts taking art lessons from Britt in exchange for helping with her anxiety. They start dating. They fall in love.

Britt Branch has a successful My-tube channel where she teaches all kinds of art lessons & has a style all of her own. Hunter Pickett has always skated by on his model looks and applying very little effort to anything except sports, and even that was iffy at times. He is the "black sheep" of his family and ultimately winds up in jail due to drugs and drinking. Going into his third year of sobriety (YES, WE LOVE THIS FOR HIM!), he comes across Britt's channel & eventually reaches out to her & they make a deal.
Britt teaches Hunter art lessons & Hunter helps her with her social anxiety. It seems like a great deal, right?
Britt's whole motivation of the book was to get her social anxiety under control so she could do what she wanted, which is ultimately to be in her best friend's wedding as her MOH.
Hunter definitely had a lot of redeeming qualities about him, but especially him overcoming his alcoholism and his drug problem. I truly feel like Kathleen Fuller hit the nail on the head with both of these heavy topics in todays world, in this book.
However, there were so many unnecessary chapters about Britt's mom and dad to provide background info on Britt and Hunter, so I didn't really understand those parts?
Overall though, I truly enjoyed this book. Big thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest opinions/review!

Tropes:
Influence FMC x reformed bad boy MMC 🙅🏼
- Third person POV 3️⃣
- Friends to lovers ❤️
- Mental health: social anxiety 🤐
- Closed-door romance 🚪

So Into You by Kathleen Fuller is a charming and heartfelt romance that explores the unexpected connection between two unlikely people—an introverted art vlogger and a reformed party boy. Britt Branch, an art teacher with a flair for the '70s and a love for teaching online, struggles with severe social anxiety. Her life revolves around her cozy home and her online community, but when her best friend announces her wedding, Britt realizes it’s time for change.

Enter Hunter Pickett, the handsome but aimless third son of a wealthy family, who has spent years hiding behind a facade of partying and rebellion. Now sober, Hunter is still trying to find his purpose when he stumbles upon Britt's art channel. Initially uninterested in art, he becomes intrigued by Britt's unique style and they strike up an online friendship that soon evolves into something more.

Fuller does a wonderful job of building the chemistry between Britt and Hunter as they teach each other valuable lessons—Britt helps Hunter find his confidence, while Hunter encourages Britt to step out of her comfort zone. Both characters are beautifully layered, each carrying personal baggage and secrets that will challenge their growing relationship.

So Into You is a sweet, feel-good read about overcoming personal hurdles, finding love in unexpected places, and learning to embrace who you really are. Full of heart and charm, this book is perfect for readers who enjoy stories about self-discovery, second chances, and romance between opposites.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher and all opinions expressed are mine.

What a read! I enjoyed thos book and it ignited my love for art and painting. The book follows an introverted vlogger and a reformed party boy who find themselves bonding with each other. It's an affirming read that sometimes we need to meet someone to find ourselves. Enjoyed it

This isn't my first Kathleen Fuller book, but it is different from the ones I've read as it's not connected to the Maple Falls series. This one was a different in that it follows four characters, and we see all of them develop throughout the story. One of my favorite aspects of the story was social anxiety, which I relate to, as well as the behind-the-scenes look at a character who is a YouTube creator (I loved that as a hobbyist content creator myself). Overall, this was another good story from Fuller and this solidified her as one of my go-to authors!

This was a cute story … I really like the “second chance” aspect of this story. I am a huge fan of YouTube, so it was really fun to see the behind the scenes of the creator’s process. Also as an “older” reader … it was nice to have the additional story with the secondary characters.

A beautifully written romance tackling some complex issues with great insight and sensitivity. The characters are relatable, the storyline is engaging and it was hard to put down! More than your average romance novel and one I’d highly recommend. It’s safe to say I loved it and will be looking out for more by this author.

Had to DNF this one at 43% unfortunately. I couldn't connect with either protagonist, and a full half of the book was devoted to Britt's parent's story that's happening at the same time as the main romance, which was not mentioned anywhere in the description and just isn't what I signed up for. The anxiety rep, which is the main reason I requested the book, was all over the place, and Britt honestly just did not read as somebody in her late 20s—I'm a full six years younger than her, and she honestly read younger than me. I really tried to muscle through, but ultimately just could not bring myself to finish this book.

So Into You is my first Kathleen Fuller book, but it won’t be my last. I’ve had a few books of hers on my TBR, and now I have more reasons to move them up on my list.

We follow Amy, her daughter Brit, her ex husband Daniel, and Hunter. They all have growing and healing to do before they find love.

I really enjoyed this book. It’s clean and entertaining. Amy got in my nerves at times, but I’m also a mama bear, so she gets some grace from me. Daniel and Hunter were my favorite characters, and seeing their growth was great.

I received this ARC from NetGalley for my honest review.

Britt Branch has a successful online channel where she teaches a variety of art lessons. She teaches online because she has severe social anxiety. She lives with her mom, and worries that she might not ever have the courage to move out and move on. When her best friend announces she's getting married and moving away, Britt decides it's time to make a change. Britt's mother has been her life since her mother and father divorced. She recently began communicating with her dad over the phone and texts, but has kept it a secret from her mother. Hunter Pickett has always skated by on his model looks, applying very little effort to anything except sports, but that isn't good enough for his father. The third son of extremely wealthy and successful parents, he dealt with being the black sheep of the family by drinking and using drugs. He is now sober for 3 years, but his family has disowned him. He doesn't know what he wants to do with his life. Late one night he catches Britt's channel and ends up watching her videos. He's not interested in art, but something about Britt calls to him. He sends her an online message and is surprised she responds. Before long they are chatting every day, and once they start meeting in person, a spark-filled friendship begins. As the friendship becomes more, Hunter is worried about what will happen when Britt learns the truth. When Britt's mom finds out about her ex, will she and Britt be able to work through that lack of trust?

This was a wonderful romance with great characters, an interesting an realistic plot and lovely writing. I enjoyed this story and was able to relate to the characters. With alcoholism and addictions playing a huge role, I was happy to see it dealt with realistically. Britt's mom, Amy, was loving and had sheltered Britt for years, but she was also frustrating when it came to sorting things out with Daniel. The secondary characters were also fun, a bit eccentric, but also wonderful and adding much to the story. Of course as romance begins to bloom, there is an incident that causes a rift between them, but with perseverance, understanding and care, all the affected parties are able to work through that. If you enjoy a good, clean romance that has a bit of depth to it, then I recommend So Into You.

I adored this book for the first 40% but then it got heavy on the romance and, idk, I just didn't care for it much anymore. I did finish it and I'm glad that I did but it wasn't my favorite book overall. Still super sweet characters and some great character growth! Definitely worthy of four stars. <333

*I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.