This book was not for me. I did listen to the entire book to give it a chance, but it was sort-of religious and I’m super not religious and it wasn’t described as a “Christian” romance, so I was a bit taken aback by that aspect. The book itself was quite predictable and a closed-door romance, with a never-been-kissed 28 year old FMC. I found this to be quite odd, but whatever. The book follows a very obvious script where all the people mentioned come together and are somehow surprised to all be entwined. So bleh. I won’t be reading more by this author, but I gave her a try.

Rating: 4 stars!

Can it still be considered a love triangle if all the sides of the triangle are in completely different relationships, but are all interconnected in some way? Just asking.. The Britt and Hunter dynamic is adorable. The socially awkward, anxiety riddled art girl who starts to fall for the former bad boy turned golden retriever? The only reason this book lost a star for me was because the author kept making a point of saying how not-super-attractive Britt was.. Why did that matter?

Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins Christian Publishing for an ARC in exchange for an honest review

Kathleen Fuller delivers a charming and heartfelt romance in So Into You, a story that blends small-town warmth, second chances, and just the right amount of emotional depth. From the moment I started reading, I was pulled into Maple Falls—a town so vividly written it felt like I was strolling through its cozy streets, eavesdropping on the locals.

The story follows Charlotte, who is determined to prove herself after past mistakes, and Wyatt, the once-best-friend-turned-love-interest who can’t seem to forget the girl who stole his heart. Their chemistry is a slow burn, filled with tender moments, misunderstandings, and an undeniable pull that makes you root for them every step of the way. Fuller masterfully crafts characters who feel real—flawed yet lovable, struggling with past wounds while trying to forge a future.

What I truly appreciated was the balance between romance and personal growth. This isn’t just a love story; it’s about redemption, trust, and finding where you truly belong. Charlotte and Wyatt’s journey is both frustrating and beautiful, with just the right mix of tension and swoon-worthy moments. And let’s not forget the delightful side characters who add humor and depth to the story!

If you love small-town romance with heart, meaningful character arcs, and a story that leaves you smiling, So Into You is a must-read. It’s a book that reminds you that sometimes, love deserves a second chance. 💕

I enjoyed this novel! I think Hunter and Britt were cute! I liked seeing how they grew on their own and together and it is always inspiring to watch someone not only become confident in who they are but also become their best selves. The side characters were fun and added a cute element to the story.

Thank you Net Galley, Thomas Nelson Publishing and Kathleen Fuller for the advanced copy to listen to.

"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.

It was nice to see a character not just with anxiety, but specifically social anxiety! It's a representation you don't see very often. I feel the portrayal could have delved way deeper, exploring more aspects beyond just feeling anxious around people, but there were definitely moments that resonated.

The romance itself didn’t spark overwhelming chemistry for me, but I thought Hunter was a great love interest for Britt. Their dynamic was really cute, with Hunter offering to help Britt with her anxiety in exchange for art lessons. Hunter’s backstory as a recovered alcoholic with a prison record added real depth to his character too, especially in how it mirrored the life of Britt's father.

An unexpected yet welcomed surprise was the perspective of Britt’s mother. At first, I wasn’t sure why it was included, but as the connections between characters and conflicts unfolded, I loved how it all tied together. It was clever! And the overarching theme of forgiveness and personal growth was really lovely!

(heat level: kissing only)

⭐️⭐️⭐️ Liked it, fun while I was reading it
This is a fun slow burn romance with quirky characters and a charming dual POV structure. I liked the themes, namely second chances, growth, and anxiety, but being slow burn, the book does get too slow in places.

The narrator, Melissa Moran, did a good job, I had no trouble understanding who was saying what, where, when, and with what expression/intension.

Thank you to HarperCollins Christian Publishing, NetGalley, and author Kathleen Fuller for providing me with a digital ARC copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. So Into You is out December 3, 2024.

The story is promising, but the content is very boring. It seems that the characters do not advance for a relatively short romance. The second part gets better, but it's no more interesting or dynamic than other stories I've read. It took me to much time to finish the novella.

I had the opportunity to listen to the audiobook of this novel. The novel centres around 28 year old Britt who lives with her mom, teaches art online, and struggles with social anxiety. When Hunter Pickett discovers Britt's art class online and contacts her through her blog, the reader gets to watch as both characters challenge themselves in new ways and slowly fall in love. In an interesting twist, the novel also follows Britt's mom Amy and Britt's dad Daniel who divorced 20 year ago and have had very little contact since that time. When Daniel reaches out to Britt without Amy's knowledge and comes back into the lives of the women with his heart still set on Amy, both women's lives are affected.

I loved the idea of this book and though that it started out strong, I found myself getting bored by both stories and wonder if the focus was more on one if that might have kept my attention. I also found the inner dialogue of Britt and Amy at times insufferable and had difficulty not skimming some sections. The mental health representation in this novel was well done and it was evident that care was taken with the subject matter.

Even though the book fell flat for me, I enjoyed the narration of this novel. The pacing was great, I enjoyed the narrator's acting of the characters and I credit the narrator's engaging depiction of the prose for getting me through the entirety of the novel.

Many thanks to the publishers who supplied me with an early listeners copy of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

3 Stars

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.

Thank you NetGalley and Harper Collin’s Christian Publishing for the ARC of this audiobook for my honest review

This will be a favorite romance 100%, I loved it. For one I understand the anxiety from the fmc, so it felt relatable. The mmc was definitely a well created choice for the fmc and wasn’t unrealistic but was definitely perfect for her. And the third act was so interesting. The not communicating/listening did make a little play which I usually hate buttt one of the other characters fixed that up by pointing out that maybe she should listen to what he has to say. I just really enjoyed both the romances , and i recommend !

This is a perfect fit for readers who adore heartwarming, slow-burn romances that explore themes of self-discovery, overcoming anxiety, and the transformative power of true love, with a dash of 70s nostalgia and a healthy dose of humor.

This was the perfect romance!
I listened to it so fast because I needed to know what was coming next.
Perfect ❤️

This book took me a long while to make my way through. The audio performance was excellent. The plot just moved very slowly. While I understand that the main character has extreme social anxiety, this listened like a YA character and not a woman in her thirties. There were elements I did enjoy, but I felt like the culmination took a lot longer than it needed to.

Thank you NetGalley for this audiobook.

I was interested in seeing how the FMC would try to overcome her social anxiety in the book and how the MMC would redeem himself in the eyes of his family and both kinda left me ... bored? Three stars.

This book is undeniably sweet and light-hearted, making it a great option for readers who are looking for something cute and easy to get through. The tone is warm and comforting, with an overall feel-good vibe that can be enjoyable if you're in the mood for a low-stakes, relaxing read. However, I personally found it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. One of the main reasons for this was my inability to connect with the characters—while they were charming in their own way, they felt somewhat distant and lacked the depth needed to make me truly invested in their journey.

Additionally, the plot, though simple and pleasant, didn’t quite engage me as much as I had hoped. It moves at a gentle pace, which may appeal to some, but I found myself wishing for more excitement or emotional complexity to keep me turning the pages. Despite these drawbacks, I do think this book could still be an enjoyable pick for readers who are seeking a sweet, low-commitment story to escape into.

If you're in the mood for something light, fluffy, and feel-good—without requiring too much emotional investment—this book could be the perfect fit. While it may not have resonated with me personally, I can see how it would appeal to those who enjoy wholesome and charming narratives.

It was a cute and unexpected story. It was multigenerational with Britt and Amy working their way through love. Britt and Hunter bond over art and Dan and Amy are giving it a second chance. There are great mental health representations for anxiety, depression and addiction. There is great discussion of forgiveness and self-worth. It was very interesting and unexpected how one event brought everyone together unexpectedly.

I enjoyed this book! Adding to the appeal was the extra situations of the characters had struggles to overcome. Britt was a successful artist who had YouTube art lessons. She avoided in person art lessons and being around people due to her severe social anxiety. Hunter was a handsome follower who meets her. However handsome he is, he is in a "lowly" job, but from a wealthy family whom he has embarrassed due to his overdrinking and bad behavior. Both Britt and Hunter are slow to reveal their personal problems, which come to a head at Hunter's father's birthday party. You will have to read the book to discover all the other terrible things that happen there! How the story resolves was highly satisfying! Hats off to the author, again, who has written other wonderful books!
I read this book compliments of the publishers. The thoughts expressed are my own.

I just wasn't into this unfortunately and it took me a few tries to get through it. I felt there was a lot going on in this story and at times it was hard to keep up. I was confused who this book was really about because it felt equally about Britt and her mother's love story. I didn't mind reading about Britt's mother but felt it took up too much of the story in general. I also wasn't a fan of all the miscommunication. It was all very dramatic and made you want to shake them, especially Britt. This story was clean but there was a mention or two of sex and a closed door non explanative closet sex scene. The narration was fine and honestly the only reason I continued on to the end. Although I did not enjoy this book, I do think it would be enjoyed by others and I would be willing to try this author again.
Thank you NetGalley, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, and Thomas Nelson Fiction for the opportunity to read and review this advanced copy.

Audiobook Review

Story/Text:

The overall plot was engaging and well thought out. Written in multiple POVs, the story sometimes became a bit confusing to follow, but the insights into each character’s thoughts were invaluable. They helped clarify their motivations and decisions, which added depth to the story.

One of the most compelling aspects of the book was watching this group of people confront and overcome their fears, insecurities, and heartbreak, leaving readers with an uplifting, positive message. The fact that it was a clean romance was a big bonus for me!

The story also delved into themes of anxiety, depression, and addiction recovery, all of which were handled thoughtfully and realistically. While there were Christ-centered references, the narrative didn’t rely solely on a “God can heal everything” perspective. Instead, it explored real-life struggles faced by people who believed in God or had found Christ but still wrestled with their challenges. This honest portrayal made the characters and their journeys feel authentic. The reconciliation and healing portrayed after addiction were especially well-written, capturing the difficulty and reality of that path.
Audio/Narration:

The narration by Melissa Moran was excellent! She did a great job bringing the story to life. However, I think the audiobook would have been even better if there were separate voice actors for each main character (Britt, Hunter, Daniel, and Amy). With multiple POVs, it was sometimes challenging to track whose storyline was being discussed. Having distinct voices for each character would have enhanced the experience and made it easier to follow.

Overall, this was a heartfelt and inspiring story with meaningful themes and strong narration. A few tweaks to the audiobook format could elevate it even further!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC audiobook!