I have so many thoughts on this book. First, I don’t need this many POVs. I really could have done without Amy and Daniel. It makes sense based on what ends up happening in the book but really I was just obsessed with Hunter and Britt and wished it was just their POVs. Their relationship was so sweet, although very cheesy at times I often forgot they were 28 and 30 I think? Either way, it was so sweet to see Hunter care for her and truly help her through her anxiety struggles. Their relationship developed genuinely. Amy and Daniel on the other hand….. nope nope nope nope. I loved Maude too. Such a fun character that balanced the story out well.

"So Into You" by Kathleen Fuller is advertised as a book about Britt and Hunter, but in reality this book has a dual storyline with Britt's mother Amy and father Daniel, as well. The tagline for the story seems to indicate it's Britt and Hunter's story and it's a rom com but it's more than that for sure. There are several side characters as well that enhance the story, especially Maude and X who play a central part to the story. I liked the use of Britt's art talent in the story and how it's used to bring Britt and Hunter together.

This book is a very good book and I didn't want to put the book down. I read it in a day and I want to make it clear that I really did enjoy the story, even the tough parts. This book deals a lot with social anxiety, alcoholism (from the point of view of recovering alcoholics) from a few main characters, family trauma and divorce 20 years ago between Britt's parents. All of these things play a central part to the story and provide a rich, storyline. This book may trigger some that have a hard time with those topics but others like me, they may find the topics intriguing. These topics shape the characters and cause behaviors that are difficult to read at times.

I wish the description on the back cover was more encompassing of Britt's parents story since the book is split between several points of view including theirs.

Thank you to Thomas Nelson Fiction and Netgalley for the opportunity to read an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

I totally enjoyed this story of two people randomly finding each other through a "you tube" like channel on the internet. It is such an interesting story with so many interconnecting lines that bring a group of people together from all walks of life. I liked how the main characters are each dealing with life on a "one day at a time" level for completely different reasons. One of them suffers from social anxiety and the other is a recovering alcoholic. It was beautiful watching them help each other to reach a better place. It is also a book about learning to actually LISTEN to the people around you and not make assumptions or jump to conclusions without trying to ferret out the truth.

Marvelous characters and a great story!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Fiction for providing me with an ARC, in exchange for my honest review.

I loved the premise of So Into You and knew the story was going to be a cute fun read which it definitely was! We meet Britt who is a Youtuber who specializes in art, still lives with her mom, and has a few secrets she may be keeping from her. Although her mom says to not talk to strangers on the internet, it couldn't hurt if she knows who it is, right? But what if she doesn't? Enter Hunter, a recovered troublemaker (in many senses of the word) who has lost sight of where to go next. Stumbling onto a youtube video that calms his anxiety he begins to see a light at the end of the tunnel.

Honestly I did think the characters as well as the story did lack a little depth. I was just expecting a little more in terms of layers and situations that just didn't play out. With this in mind you can kind of see where this book is taking you before you get there - which isn't bad, I was just a little underwhelmed.

Before diving into this review, I need to say that I applaud the author for making anxiety an overall topic throughout the book. Millions and millions of people deal with what Britt deals with every day.

With that said, this review will contain mild spoilers.

I don’t think I was the correct audience for this book. It was my negligence that I did not research the author. However, I can appreciate and read a good romance.

When I read the description of this book, I thought it would be a sweet romcom book filled with laugh, love and a redemption arc. To a point, it was exactly that. We meet Britt who is a 28 years old art youtuber who lives with her mom and has severe social anxiety. Then we meet Hunter who is a 30-year-old reformed player and recovering addict.

However, what the description failed to mention was that not only would we be seeing Britt and Hunter’s POV (third person POV), but we would also only get Britt’s mother and father (and a few lines about Hunter’s father’s POV), which was somewhat confusing at times. As well, there were quite a few side characters introduced in the book that would make frequent appearances (Hunter’s family, roommate, best friends, Maude, X and even one named Max Monroe, who, ironically, are rom coms authors).

However, I think my biggest issue with this book is how Britt’s mom would baby Britt. The book described her as overprotective … but it was a LOT. It was like her mother did not see Britt as an adult or even Hunter (she even referred to him as a kid at one point). Throughout the book, I needed to remind myself that both the FMC and MMC were NOT teenagers. Another issue is the romance aspect of the overall book. I understand that this was a clean romance (just a few kissing scenes, nothing too descriptive), however, the romance between Hunter and Britt felt … off. Ironically, the two fell in love with each other over months, but I think it’s because the book focused so much on NOT their love (ex. mother’s journey to find companionship, the father’s building relationship with Britt, Britt’s anxiety, etc.) that when the FMC and MMC do fall in love, it was underwhelming. Also, I know Britt’s mother treated her like a child, but to be fair, Britt still needs to work on herself and to grow up a bit more (even by the end of the book).

Overall, the book was … meh. I wish the blurb would include that we would be seeing multiple POVs throughout the book and that it doesn’t mainly follow the FMC and MMC’s journey. Also, the book has a LOT of description. Sometimes, it seems there was too much description, and it took away from the overall plot. About 50% in, I debated to DNF as the plot was getting more and more predictable.

Again, I don’t think I was the correct audience for this book. However, if you’re looking for a clean romance with multiple POVs, I think this book is for you.

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

I just don’t feel like this writing style was for me. It was very hard to get into but I think that was a me problem. The character dynamics were interesting enough and the family aspect was engaging.

I really enjoyed this book. It took me a little bit to really get into the story and characters but I loved seeing the development of these characters. This was a great romance read!

I don't think "romcom" is the correct marketing term for this book. The focus is much more on forgiveness, recovery, and mental health than on the actual romance (which isn't bad, just not what I expected from the description).

I understand why we see the perspectives of Britt's parents, but personally, I felt it was unnecessary and more confusing than it needed to be. The point was to keep from dumping a lot of information and backstory in for Britt, but it just led to weird moments of "why am I reading her mom/dad's perspective?" when we could have had a flashback or an inner monologue that gave some extra background.

Britt was also the only character that was moderately developed; yes, Hunter had character, but his voice/narration read a little flat to me.

It's not bad, and the addiction/mental health discussions were good. But personally, I didn't have that much of a connection to any of the characters (also, I didn't like Britt's mom all that well. She went through a lot in her marriage but she also has flaws that contributed to some of the problems in the book and those weren't addressed/settled). The whole thing is a little predictable, except for that last chapter which came out of left field and didn't quite fit.

thank you Netgalley for the arc

I wanted to enjoy this book so much. The synopsis sounded great, but the execution left much to be desired. For starters, the synopsis did not mention the fmc's parents would have such a large part of the story. Seriously. Both her mom and dad had chapters in their POVs. If I cared enough, I would go back to count just how much time each character (fmc, mmc, fmc's parents) were given. I won't do that, though, because the idea of opening this book again is painful.

The romance between the supposed main characters was incredibly rushed. I was genuinely shocked when the mmc realized he loved her because I had not realized they spent that much time together. We jumped between POVs too much for any character to get significant character development, and the relationships between the characters suffered immensely because of it. I was actively rooting against certain characters for the majority of the novel.

I could go on a much longer rant about this book, but I think it would be better to leave it here for now.

Thank you to the publisher for the e-copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I thoroughly enjoyed Kathleen Fuller's So into you. It is a clean rom-com with likeable characters. I believe it is considered Christian Fiction but other than one tiny little blurb from the hero, there is very little religion in this book. The characters are mostly all likeable although you will question their decision making multiple times. The characters are mostly believable because they are all flawed in some way, a quality I enjoy in any book. I recommend it for a quick and easy read when you want a happily ever after after some speed bumps. Thank you for the advanced copy!

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

So Into You is Kathleen Fuller's latest contemporary romance novel. In the story, socially awkward Britt has a severe anxiety issue. She combats this by creating YouTube videos that teach others how to do different art. reformed party boy Hunter stumbles across her videos and feels a connection. When they have a chance meeting, they soon discover that they can help each other, but they have to be honest with each other first. As always, an excellent book. you won't want to miss it.

Thanks to NetGalley and Kathleen fuller. This was not my first book by her. Britt a young YouTube that does her drawing on videos. Hunter a follower found her page interested in art. He asked for art questions about supplies where they ran into each other at the store. She deals with social anxiety. They overcome that by faking dating and connecting with art. He ends up falling in love with Britt.

Book Review: So Into You by Kathleen Fuller

So Into You by Kathleen Fuller is a charming and heartfelt romance novel that brings together two deeply flawed yet lovable characters—Britt Branch, an introverted artist with severe social anxiety, and Hunter Pickett, a reformed party boy struggling to find direction in his life. The story centers around their journey toward personal growth, understanding, and the kind of love that can only blossom when people allow themselves to be vulnerable.

Character Development and Themes
The beauty of So Into You lies in its focus on character development, particularly for its two leads, Britt and Hunter. Britt is a talented and passionate artist who runs a successful online channel teaching art lessons. However, despite her professional achievements, her social anxiety severely hampers her personal life. Fuller does an excellent job portraying Britt’s internal struggles—she feels safe behind her computer screen but has a difficult time navigating face-to-face relationships. This makes her relatable to many who have experienced anxiety or social insecurities. Britt’s love for the 1970s era, which she expresses through her art and personal style, adds an eccentric and endearing layer to her personality, making her stand out as a unique, creative heroine.

Hunter Pickett, on the other hand, is a "reformed bad boy," and this trope is executed with nuance. He comes from a wealthy family and was once known for his good looks and reckless partying. However, he has spent years recovering from addiction and trying to find meaning in his life, now three years sober. His feelings of inadequacy and the pressure of being the black sheep in a successful family are well conveyed. Hunter’s struggle with his past mistakes, combined with his aimlessness, creates a genuine character arc that extends beyond the typical "charming bad boy" persona seen in many romance novels. His redemption story feels earned, rather than forced, and Fuller allows his vulnerabilities to shine through.

The chemistry between Britt and Hunter is sweet and organic. The connection starts with an online message after Hunter stumbles upon Britt’s art videos. Despite initially having no interest in art, Hunter is captivated by Britt’s passion and talent, which draws him into her world. Their digital interactions gradually build into something more, leading to a friendship full of flirty banter and deep, heartfelt conversations. What’s especially enjoyable about their dynamic is how they teach each other. Britt, with her insecurities, learns from Hunter’s confidence and perseverance, while Hunter discovers the joy and therapeutic power of art through Britt. The novel delicately balances both characters’ personal growth with their growing relationship, making it more than just a romance—it’s a story of healing and learning to embrace oneself.

Themes of Art, Anxiety, and Redemption
One of the standout aspects of So Into You is how it incorporates art as a medium of self-expression and healing. For Britt, art is not just a career—it’s her safe space and the way she communicates with the world. Fuller does a wonderful job of using art as a metaphor for Britt’s personal struggles, particularly her journey toward overcoming her social anxiety and stepping out of the shadows of her own fears. The novel explores how art can be a form of therapy, not just for Britt but also for Hunter, who learns to appreciate creativity as a way of coping with his own emotional baggage.

The portrayal of anxiety is sensitive and realistic, and Britt’s battle with it is not minimized or quickly resolved. Her fears of stepping outside her comfort zone are palpable throughout the story, and it’s refreshing to see a romance heroine whose challenges go beyond simple relationship hurdles. Fuller gives her time to grow, and while the romance helps, it’s ultimately Britt’s own decision to take control of her life that leads to her transformation.

On the other hand, Hunter’s storyline tackles issues of addiction, self-worth, and redemption. As someone who has struggled with drugs and alcohol, he is a character who understands the importance of second chances, and it’s inspiring to see how hard he works to change his life. His journey is not smooth—there are moments of doubt and struggle—but Fuller’s depiction of his recovery feels honest and respectful. Hunter’s aimlessness post-recovery is a relatable aspect of his character, showing that sobriety is not a cure-all, but the beginning of a new, sometimes difficult, path. His relationship with Britt gives him a renewed sense of purpose, but like Britt, his transformation is personal and not wholly dependent on his romantic partner.

Romance and Conflict
While So Into You is undoubtedly a romance novel, the love story unfolds in a slow and steady manner, which fits both characters’ personalities and circumstances. There is no instant, whirlwind romance here; instead, Fuller builds a believable and tender connection between Britt and Hunter, allowing their friendship to serve as the foundation for something deeper. The romantic tension is there, but it’s rooted in emotional intimacy and mutual respect, which makes the eventual blossoming of their relationship all the more satisfying.

That being said, the novel also has its fair share of conflict, particularly as both characters are keeping significant secrets. When these secrets come to light in a pivotal moment, Britt and Hunter are forced to confront not only each other’s pasts but also their own insecurities and fears. Fuller handles this moment with care, giving both characters the space to react authentically. The resolution is neither rushed nor overly dramatic, maintaining the novel’s focus on emotional growth rather than contrived conflict for the sake of tension.

Conclusion
So Into You is a delightful read for fans of sweet, character-driven romances. Kathleen Fuller has crafted a thoughtful story that tackles issues like social anxiety, addiction, and self-worth, while still delivering the warmth and feel-good moments that romance readers crave. Britt and Hunter’s love story is grounded in mutual respect and personal growth, making their journey toward happiness both heartwarming and inspiring.

For readers looking for a romance that goes beyond surface-level attraction and explores the deeper emotional layers of its characters, So Into You is a perfect choice. Whether you're drawn to stories about artistic expression, personal redemption, or simply enjoy a well-crafted opposites-attract romance, this book has something to offer.

I had to pretend Britt and Hunter were in their late teens so I wouldn't get angry. Amy drove me nuts.
Maude and X were the best part of this whole book.
The middle end ending felt like a rushed mish mash of different stories. I wanted to dnf it so many times but was able to finish it. Never again.

So Into You was a sweet romance with different POVs. I liked that there were heavier issues incorporated into the love story that was written with care.

How could anyone not love this book! Just adorable. Loved every minute reading it. Perfect romance. Will look for more by Kathleen Fuller!

This book was just okay for me. I really enjoyed the premise of the book (hence why I requested an arc) but just didn’t end up falling in love.

I love dual POVs for romances and I think Multis work for other genres but for this book there were too many povs going on for my liking. That paired with th religious undertones (my bad for not doing more research) and the secret keeping (nothing grinds my gears more than secrets and miscommunication) it was a little hard to connect and love these characters. Still a decent book and if the description strikes you, please pick it up! But not a favorite for me.

So Into You is a tender and heartfelt romance that explores themes of personal growth, vulnerability, and second chances. Britt Branch, an artist with a successful online channel, is a relatable and sympathetic protagonist dealing with severe social anxiety. Her passion for art and her obsession with 1970s aesthetics add a unique flair to her character, but her fears hold her back from truly living. When she decides to take a bold step forward, inspired by her best friend’s upcoming wedding, she meets Hunter Pickett, a charming yet aimless man who is also on a journey of self-discovery after years of struggling with addiction. Their unexpected connection, starting through online messages and blossoming into real-life meetings, is sweetly portrayed, building up a spark-filled friendship that feels genuine and warm.

Hunter’s character development is equally compelling. As the black sheep of a wealthy family, he’s spent years grappling with his own demons, and his slow realization of how much Britt’s artistry and authenticity mean to him brings a depth to his transformation. Both Britt and Hunter are hiding aspects of themselves, and when their secrets are finally revealed, the emotional weight of the moment hits hard. So Into You beautifully captures their journey toward healing and self-acceptance, asking whether love can conquer not just external obstacles but the personal barriers they've each built. With relatable, flawed characters and a slow-burn romance, this story will appeal to anyone who enjoys a heartfelt, emotionally charged love story.

This book is a deeper romance novel. It is full of forgiveness, second chances, and hope that people can change for the better. It features a reformed bad boy struggling to find himself after becoming sober and a woman who is a brilliant artist that struggles with debilitating social anxiety.
I really enjoyed this story and these characters because it felt like real people struggling with real problems.
I definitely recommend you give this a read especially if you love art!

This was a really cute, clean romance about a YouTube artist dealing with anxiety struggles and a man with a past he'd like to move beyond. I enjoyed how the characters were all intertwined and how their stories ended up connecting.

*I received a free digital copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review