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All Laced Up #2
Tied Up in You
Everyone says hotshot goalie Luke Jackson is God’s gift to girls, but the only girl he wants is his best friend, Malina Hall. He’s always known how brilliant she is, but now that he’s “accidentally” kissed her, he can’t stop thinking about her…or wanting to kiss her again.
Problem is, things have been a little…awkward since the kiss. Because she likes him, too? Hopefully, but even if she did, their futures—and the ridiculous schedules that come with them—are in the way. And now one of his teammates is showing interest, and the guy has more in common with Malina than Jackson ever will.
As her best friend, Jackson should get out of the way. But if there’s one thing he’s learned from hockey, it’s that you have to go for what you want, even if it means falling flat on your face. And he’s definitely falling for Malina.
Disclaimer: This book contains a hot hockey player who goes after what he wants, a super-hot, super-distracting shirtless workout, and the kind of best friends to lovers romance every girl in the friend zone has dreamed of.
Problem is, things have been a little…awkward since the kiss. Because she likes him, too? Hopefully, but even if she did, their futures—and the ridiculous schedules that come with them—are in the way. And now one of his teammates is showing interest, and the guy has more in common with Malina than Jackson ever will.
As her best friend, Jackson should get out of the way. But if there’s one thing he’s learned from hockey, it’s that you have to go for what you want, even if it means falling flat on your face. And he’s definitely falling for Malina.
Disclaimer: This book contains a hot hockey player who goes after what he wants, a super-hot, super-distracting shirtless workout, and the kind of best friends to lovers romance every girl in the friend zone has dreamed of.
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July 13, 2017
(I received an advance copy of this book for free. Thanks to Entangled Publishing, LLC and NetGalley.)
This was a YA contemporary romance story, featuring a hockey player.
I liked Malina and Jackson, and it was pretty cute how they were both rattled by an accidental kiss!
The storyline in this was about Jackson kissing Malina accidentally, and then them both not being able to forget it as they realised that their feelings for each other were changing. We did get a bit of an argument between Malina and Jackson, and it was nice to see that things weren’t always plain sailing, but overall this was a sweet friends to lovers story.
The ending to this was happy.
6.5 out of 10
This was a YA contemporary romance story, featuring a hockey player.
I liked Malina and Jackson, and it was pretty cute how they were both rattled by an accidental kiss!
The storyline in this was about Jackson kissing Malina accidentally, and then them both not being able to forget it as they realised that their feelings for each other were changing. We did get a bit of an argument between Malina and Jackson, and it was nice to see that things weren’t always plain sailing, but overall this was a sweet friends to lovers story.
The ending to this was happy.
6.5 out of 10
June 23, 2017
Tied Up In You was such a delightful treat! This book made me feel so warm and fuzzy inside. I was in the mood for a light and charming book, and this book fit the bill perfectly. I constantly had a smile on my face while reading this book, and it was an absolute joy to read!
One thing I loved about this book was how prominent the side characters were in this book, especially families. I really enjoyed getting to see the main characters interact with their family and best friends. The author made it clear that strong female friendships are important and family is important. I personally LOVED that. I also loved how the author included some Hawaiian culture in this book. It was on the light side, but it was there and it was fabulous.
There was some drama in this book, which I expected, but most of it felt very realistic. Sometimes drama in contemporaries can feel a bit like a soap opera, but I thought most of the drama in this book added to the plot and it didn't seem ridiculous. It was a little cliche at times, but it was always entertaining.
Malina, the main female character, was such a wonderful character. Malina was a smart, determined, relatable, and funny character. I immediately liked her when her character was introduced. I liked how practical Malina was and how REAL she felt. Malina felt like someone I could be friends with in my actual life! I liked the growth Malina had in this book, and how her friends and loved ones made her realize she shouldn't be afraid to go after her dreams. I really enjoyed getting to know her and be in her head. I also loved her hilarious best friend, Izzy, and I adored their friendship.
Jackson was the main male character and I adored him. Jackson seemed like it would have been a jerk with his past playboy tendencies, but he wasn't at all. Jackson was such a sweet and caring person. I really enjoyed his character development and how Malina helped him realize how much potential he had. Jackson was a boy who made me swoon so many times and I was loving it.
The romance in this book gave me butterflies! It was SO STINKING CUTE. I am a sucker for romances that have the characters start as best friends, so it didn't surprise me that I thought this romance was precious. Jackson and Malina's relationship made me feel like I was eating cotton candy and it was wonderful.
If you are looking for a light book with a cute romance, then I definitely would recommend checking out this book!
4 / 5 Fangs
*This ebook was given to me in exchange for an honest review. *
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One thing I loved about this book was how prominent the side characters were in this book, especially families. I really enjoyed getting to see the main characters interact with their family and best friends. The author made it clear that strong female friendships are important and family is important. I personally LOVED that. I also loved how the author included some Hawaiian culture in this book. It was on the light side, but it was there and it was fabulous.
There was some drama in this book, which I expected, but most of it felt very realistic. Sometimes drama in contemporaries can feel a bit like a soap opera, but I thought most of the drama in this book added to the plot and it didn't seem ridiculous. It was a little cliche at times, but it was always entertaining.
Malina, the main female character, was such a wonderful character. Malina was a smart, determined, relatable, and funny character. I immediately liked her when her character was introduced. I liked how practical Malina was and how REAL she felt. Malina felt like someone I could be friends with in my actual life! I liked the growth Malina had in this book, and how her friends and loved ones made her realize she shouldn't be afraid to go after her dreams. I really enjoyed getting to know her and be in her head. I also loved her hilarious best friend, Izzy, and I adored their friendship.
Jackson was the main male character and I adored him. Jackson seemed like it would have been a jerk with his past playboy tendencies, but he wasn't at all. Jackson was such a sweet and caring person. I really enjoyed his character development and how Malina helped him realize how much potential he had. Jackson was a boy who made me swoon so many times and I was loving it.
The romance in this book gave me butterflies! It was SO STINKING CUTE. I am a sucker for romances that have the characters start as best friends, so it didn't surprise me that I thought this romance was precious. Jackson and Malina's relationship made me feel like I was eating cotton candy and it was wonderful.
If you are looking for a light book with a cute romance, then I definitely would recommend checking out this book!
4 / 5 Fangs
*This ebook was given to me in exchange for an honest review. *
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August 10, 2017
Well, what can I say? She's done it again.
Another swoon-worthy and endearing YA story that sneaked into my chest and wrapped my bruised little heart in glitter and pink cotton candy.
Jackson and Malina were adorable, both individually and as a couple, the best-friend-to-lovers trope was pulled off neatly and I loved the little glimpses into Hawaiian culture, too.
Again, Fletcher went without the unnecessary addition of angst, miscommunication and painful pasts and still managed to write an engaging and entertaining story that, while it may not be the most original or profound one that has ever been told, kept me engrossed and smiling throughout.
After reading and really enjoying book #1 in this series, then experiencing the same with this one, I'll definitely be adding Erin Fletcher to my authors to turn to when in dire need of comfort and fluff.
ARC provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
June 29, 2017
I recieved Tied Up In You as an eARC book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!
Tied up in You by Erin Fletcher is the second book in the All Laced Up series. It can be read as a standalone book though the characters in the first book do make appearances. The first book is worth going back to read first in order to read this one.
Tied Up in You features Malina Hall and Luke Jackson. They have been best friends since forever. Malina is a science/space geek and Jackson is a hockey player. (He actually goes by Jackson in the book.)And their story unfolds into the cutest story ever. I honestly don't want to give away too much else because it's just so cute. I think readers should take the time to enjoy every single minute themselves without knowing too much of what'll happen.
There is drama in this story because it is a high school story. But it's more realistic than overwhelming. This story is also just so sweet and fluffy. I knew within the first few pages that this was just going to be one of those stories that would be absolutely perfect. I tried to find one thing wrong that I didn't like about the plot for the review, but I couldn't. The one thing I almost didn't like about the story was that it was in PDF form for me since it was an eARC book, but even then the story was just SO enjoyable and so fluffy for me that I was even able to overlook that for once. And that means that it was a REALLY good story! I can't emphasize on how good it was enough.
The writing was good too. I like Erin Fletcher's stories and will be reading more in the future. I also really liked all of the characters.
It made me want to hug it in the end, and for me that is a definite five star read for me. I'll miss reading about these two, though it'll be a reread book sometime in the future. That ending was also unique and super cute.
Now I hope we get Troy's story next after what he went through in this story!
Tied up in You by Erin Fletcher is the second book in the All Laced Up series. It can be read as a standalone book though the characters in the first book do make appearances. The first book is worth going back to read first in order to read this one.
Tied Up in You features Malina Hall and Luke Jackson. They have been best friends since forever. Malina is a science/space geek and Jackson is a hockey player. (He actually goes by Jackson in the book.)And their story unfolds into the cutest story ever. I honestly don't want to give away too much else because it's just so cute. I think readers should take the time to enjoy every single minute themselves without knowing too much of what'll happen.
There is drama in this story because it is a high school story. But it's more realistic than overwhelming. This story is also just so sweet and fluffy. I knew within the first few pages that this was just going to be one of those stories that would be absolutely perfect. I tried to find one thing wrong that I didn't like about the plot for the review, but I couldn't. The one thing I almost didn't like about the story was that it was in PDF form for me since it was an eARC book, but even then the story was just SO enjoyable and so fluffy for me that I was even able to overlook that for once. And that means that it was a REALLY good story! I can't emphasize on how good it was enough.
The writing was good too. I like Erin Fletcher's stories and will be reading more in the future. I also really liked all of the characters.
It made me want to hug it in the end, and for me that is a definite five star read for me. I'll miss reading about these two, though it'll be a reread book sometime in the future. That ending was also unique and super cute.
Now I hope we get Troy's story next after what he went through in this story!
July 9, 2017
I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher via NetGalley. This in no way impacted on my view.
I read the first book in this series last year, and couldn't wait to see what was next from the author. When the opportunity to be a part of the blog tour for Tied Up in You, I jumped at the chance!
In Tied Up in You, the main characters, Malina and Jackson, have been best friends for years, even if they are both interested in completely different things. Malina wants to work in astrophysics, and loves Space and learning, whereas Jackson hates school, and spends most of his time travelling with the national hockey team. When he returns from an extended period away, he accidentally kisses Malina. However, they both find they enjoyed it, and want nothing more than to do it again. The problem, though, is that they both realise this when they're on a double date, with otherpeople. As their relationship changes from platonic to romantic, they realise that not everything is as simple as they thought it could be.
I really liked Malina as a character. She knew what she wanted with her future, but cared enough about her family to follow their dream of her entering her father's company, rather than go to school and study astrophysics. Her relationship with her grandmother, Tutu, in particular was really sweet, and I loved that part. Jackson, who's name is actually Luke, but everyone calls him Jackson, was what I expected, but was also sweet and kind, and really cared about Malina, even if he was a bit pigheaded at times. He cared all about hockey, and school was just a chore that he had to put up with, until he would be drafted into the NFL.
The friends to lovers trope is one of my favourites, and this did hit all the boxes. The fact that they knew each other so well, and already cared for each other, made their relationship all their better. Yes, there were times I shook my head at how obvious the angst was, but it was understandable for the pressures they both are under at this time in their lives. Seeing Lia and Pierce again, and knowing they were happy, was awesome too!
All in all, this was a really nice and cute read for the summer. I felt like the characters were relatable, and was invested in the storyline for he time I was reading. There was one but that felt slightly disjointed, as if part of the story was missing, but it didn't disrupt the story enough that I couldn't continue. If you love this trope as much as me, I'd definitely recommend you give this book, and its prequel, a shot.
I read the first book in this series last year, and couldn't wait to see what was next from the author. When the opportunity to be a part of the blog tour for Tied Up in You, I jumped at the chance!
In Tied Up in You, the main characters, Malina and Jackson, have been best friends for years, even if they are both interested in completely different things. Malina wants to work in astrophysics, and loves Space and learning, whereas Jackson hates school, and spends most of his time travelling with the national hockey team. When he returns from an extended period away, he accidentally kisses Malina. However, they both find they enjoyed it, and want nothing more than to do it again. The problem, though, is that they both realise this when they're on a double date, with otherpeople. As their relationship changes from platonic to romantic, they realise that not everything is as simple as they thought it could be.
I really liked Malina as a character. She knew what she wanted with her future, but cared enough about her family to follow their dream of her entering her father's company, rather than go to school and study astrophysics. Her relationship with her grandmother, Tutu, in particular was really sweet, and I loved that part. Jackson, who's name is actually Luke, but everyone calls him Jackson, was what I expected, but was also sweet and kind, and really cared about Malina, even if he was a bit pigheaded at times. He cared all about hockey, and school was just a chore that he had to put up with, until he would be drafted into the NFL.
The friends to lovers trope is one of my favourites, and this did hit all the boxes. The fact that they knew each other so well, and already cared for each other, made their relationship all their better. Yes, there were times I shook my head at how obvious the angst was, but it was understandable for the pressures they both are under at this time in their lives. Seeing Lia and Pierce again, and knowing they were happy, was awesome too!
All in all, this was a really nice and cute read for the summer. I felt like the characters were relatable, and was invested in the storyline for he time I was reading. There was one but that felt slightly disjointed, as if part of the story was missing, but it didn't disrupt the story enough that I couldn't continue. If you love this trope as much as me, I'd definitely recommend you give this book, and its prequel, a shot.
July 17, 2017
Seriously couldn't put this one down. Malina and Jackson had so many funny internal moments that made me LOL...possibly to the chagrin of my fellow public transit riders. (I lost track of what stop I was at, and nearly missed my stop, too, which speaks to how enthralled I was by it.)
Malina and Luke Jackson (aka Jackson) are best friends, but now that he's on the Team USA Development Hockey Program (sorry, Erin, I know that's not the actual name for this travelling team) and she's gotten more focused on school, graduating, scholarship applications, and the like, they've lost touch. One night he comes over to her place and after the relief of finding out what the sound of glass breaking in the kitchen actually was, he accidentally kisses her. Malina freaks out at first, but what neither of them is willing to admit is that they both loved the kiss - not to each other and certainly not to their other good friends.
One of the things that I thought was interesting about this best friends to lovers story is how by knowing so much about one another, they were uniquely qualified to hurt each other...even when they were calling each other out on their bullshit. Also, they have some of the most epic fights I've seen - even more epic than in some hate to love stories, but again, it comes from the same place. This isn't something casual, these are two people / characters who know more about one another than those in a hate to love story often know about their frenemy.
If you like books with swoony scenes, a little heart ache, diverse characters, and some of the funniest / snarkiest moments in YA, then don't miss this one! (Note: You don't have to read All Laced Up, the first book in this series, to get everything since it tells the story of a new couple, including a hockey player who didn't get much face time in the first book, but you'll definitely want to check out Pierce and Lia's story, too...either before or afterward.
Malina and Luke Jackson (aka Jackson) are best friends, but now that he's on the Team USA Development Hockey Program (sorry, Erin, I know that's not the actual name for this travelling team) and she's gotten more focused on school, graduating, scholarship applications, and the like, they've lost touch. One night he comes over to her place and after the relief of finding out what the sound of glass breaking in the kitchen actually was, he accidentally kisses her. Malina freaks out at first, but what neither of them is willing to admit is that they both loved the kiss - not to each other and certainly not to their other good friends.
One of the things that I thought was interesting about this best friends to lovers story is how by knowing so much about one another, they were uniquely qualified to hurt each other...even when they were calling each other out on their bullshit. Also, they have some of the most epic fights I've seen - even more epic than in some hate to love stories, but again, it comes from the same place. This isn't something casual, these are two people / characters who know more about one another than those in a hate to love story often know about their frenemy.
If you like books with swoony scenes, a little heart ache, diverse characters, and some of the funniest / snarkiest moments in YA, then don't miss this one! (Note: You don't have to read All Laced Up, the first book in this series, to get everything since it tells the story of a new couple, including a hockey player who didn't get much face time in the first book, but you'll definitely want to check out Pierce and Lia's story, too...either before or afterward.
January 18, 2018
I know exactly why I didn't like this book, it was supposed to be a fluffy romance, and it was.. in some way .. the whole concept of one kiss that changed everything didn't sit well for me .. I mean, a kiss isn't a switch on button for feelings !! also I couldn't relate with either of the characters .. they were so shallow ( specially Jackson ), they were both acting selfishly and they got away with it
I didn't like this book one bit but the ending was nice
I didn't like this book one bit but the ending was nice
July 9, 2017
Review to come.
July 5, 2017
I was so excited to get the chance to read this book. Hockey Teen romance story yes sign me up! This is a standalone story, however, features the characters from All laced up (Which I also really enjoyed BTW).
Luke is the goalie in an elite hockey team. He travels a lot and doesn't have much time for anything else. Play hockey, dream hockey and eat hockey. He returns home for the first time in a while, and the first thing he does is visit his best friend, Malina. They are close, and can even finish each other's sentence, but what happens when you accidentally kiss your bestie?
Malina loves science, but her father wants her to study business at university. She studies hard and spends her extra time doing her science project. She's busy just like Luke, but they are close enough to make it work. Him kissing her was just a mistake. It doesn't mean anything. Right?
This has a teen feel to it, which fits perfectly. Both characters have their own stories and each other. I really enjoyed this sweet teen read. 4.5 stars out of 5.
*I received this book in exchange for a fair review*
Luke is the goalie in an elite hockey team. He travels a lot and doesn't have much time for anything else. Play hockey, dream hockey and eat hockey. He returns home for the first time in a while, and the first thing he does is visit his best friend, Malina. They are close, and can even finish each other's sentence, but what happens when you accidentally kiss your bestie?
Malina loves science, but her father wants her to study business at university. She studies hard and spends her extra time doing her science project. She's busy just like Luke, but they are close enough to make it work. Him kissing her was just a mistake. It doesn't mean anything. Right?
This has a teen feel to it, which fits perfectly. Both characters have their own stories and each other. I really enjoyed this sweet teen read. 4.5 stars out of 5.
*I received this book in exchange for a fair review*
July 14, 2017
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Title: Tied Up In You (All Laced Up #02)
Author: Erin Fletcher
Rating: 3/5
Thanks to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for letting me receive a digital copy of this book.
This has got to be one of the sweetest stories ever. I saw so much potential and was left hanging when the story didn't turn out the way I wanted it to be and appeared to be more ordinary than I originally hoped. On the other hand, that's the good thing about Entangled Crush publishing - the authors never take a risk of creating adventurous scenes. It's always very light and sweet. So, chances are likely you'll find yourself swooning over a very charming guy and wanting to be the female's best friend.
I found it refreshing that the characters' miscommunication didn't last through the whole book. That would have been very annoying. But since the two are best friends, I think it's easier for them to get over things and talk about them. That's also something I liked. While there weren't exactly flashbacks, you could still read about the past time Jackson and Malina spend together - how they became best friends and what connects them. I liked their friendship very much and the first chapters were my favorites, by far. I'm usually very picky when it comes to friends-to-lovers kind of novels, but if it's as sweet as this one, then I'm all in.
And... The characters were smart. I was super impressed by Malina's project and her dreams. Though the novel focuses on the romance between Jackson and Malina, they still had other problems to deal with. Sometimes, I want to read more about these problems, but if so, then these reads are heavier, more mature. I'm glad the author wrote about Malina and Jackson's problems the way she did. They didn't outweight the story, it wouldn't have been right for the story. But the characters didn't have it easy, and I think that's important, because otherwise it would have been too light and too dreamy.
Hockey isn't something I read about every day and unfortunately, most YA novels are about football players or even soccer players now. Hardly any novel is about ice hockey players or baseball players. That's why I was glad to find that sport in Tied Up In You. True, there aren't many sport scenes in there, but you still got a glimpse of how hard it is to become a professional in this sport. It's Jackson's passion and he goes for it. Same with Malina and her astrophysics project and her dream of studying exactly that, although it takes her a bit more time to figure that out.
I've got a question: What's up with the grandmas? I can't even say why I dislike the ever returning grandmothers that are the only understanding adults in the books, but I do. I always want to skip these parts of the story. Why not an understanding parent? Why not an understanding sibling? Why is always the grandmother? They can be mean, too, you know?! But somehow, they never are. I think that's odd. I mean, good for the characters, but I wish some more people had faith in them but their own grandmothers. Doesn't matter how adorable Tutu is in Tied Up In You.
Any fan of a light romance that can be read within a few hours, should give this one a chance.
Title: Tied Up In You (All Laced Up #02)
Author: Erin Fletcher
Rating: 3/5
Thanks to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for letting me receive a digital copy of this book.
Everyone says hotshot goalie Luke Jackson is God’s gift to girls, but the only girl he wants is his best friend, Malina Hall. He’s always known how brilliant she is, but now that he’s “ accidentally” kissed her, he can’t stop thinking about her...or wanting to kiss her again.
Problem is, things have been a little...awkward since the kiss. Because she likes him, too? Hopefully, but even if she did, their futures—and the ridiculous schedules that come with them—are in the way. And now one of his teammates is showing interest, and the guy has more in common with Malina than Jackson ever will.
As her best friend, Jackson should get out of the way. But if there’s one thing he’s learned from hockey, it’s that you have to go for what you want, even if it means falling flat on your face. And he’s definitely falling for Malina.
This has got to be one of the sweetest stories ever. I saw so much potential and was left hanging when the story didn't turn out the way I wanted it to be and appeared to be more ordinary than I originally hoped. On the other hand, that's the good thing about Entangled Crush publishing - the authors never take a risk of creating adventurous scenes. It's always very light and sweet. So, chances are likely you'll find yourself swooning over a very charming guy and wanting to be the female's best friend.
I found it refreshing that the characters' miscommunication didn't last through the whole book. That would have been very annoying. But since the two are best friends, I think it's easier for them to get over things and talk about them. That's also something I liked. While there weren't exactly flashbacks, you could still read about the past time Jackson and Malina spend together - how they became best friends and what connects them. I liked their friendship very much and the first chapters were my favorites, by far. I'm usually very picky when it comes to friends-to-lovers kind of novels, but if it's as sweet as this one, then I'm all in.
And... The characters were smart. I was super impressed by Malina's project and her dreams. Though the novel focuses on the romance between Jackson and Malina, they still had other problems to deal with. Sometimes, I want to read more about these problems, but if so, then these reads are heavier, more mature. I'm glad the author wrote about Malina and Jackson's problems the way she did. They didn't outweight the story, it wouldn't have been right for the story. But the characters didn't have it easy, and I think that's important, because otherwise it would have been too light and too dreamy.
Hockey isn't something I read about every day and unfortunately, most YA novels are about football players or even soccer players now. Hardly any novel is about ice hockey players or baseball players. That's why I was glad to find that sport in Tied Up In You. True, there aren't many sport scenes in there, but you still got a glimpse of how hard it is to become a professional in this sport. It's Jackson's passion and he goes for it. Same with Malina and her astrophysics project and her dream of studying exactly that, although it takes her a bit more time to figure that out.
I've got a question: What's up with the grandmas? I can't even say why I dislike the ever returning grandmothers that are the only understanding adults in the books, but I do. I always want to skip these parts of the story. Why not an understanding parent? Why not an understanding sibling? Why is always the grandmother? They can be mean, too, you know?! But somehow, they never are. I think that's odd. I mean, good for the characters, but I wish some more people had faith in them but their own grandmothers. Doesn't matter how adorable Tutu is in Tied Up In You.
Any fan of a light romance that can be read within a few hours, should give this one a chance.
July 1, 2017
I’d like to thank Netgalley and Entangled:Crush for gifting my this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
First of all this book received browning points just because it was based in Michigan. I absolutely love books that take place in my home state.
This is my first time reading anything from this author and also starting with book #2 in a series, I was a little worried. I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised in not only her writing style but also the fact that I did not feel lost coming in at book 2. This can definitely be read as a stand alone.
This is a sweet, little friend to “more” romance. I’d say “lovers” but it’s pretty innocent and everything that you would expect a teenage romance to be. Luke and Malina have great chemistry and you are rooting for them to be together. I feel that the teen “drama” in this book was just spot on. It wasn’t so overly done that it doesn’t feel realistic or didn’t leave you wanting to strangle the two in the end. I think that the secondary characters just added to the story to make it so much better and Izzy is simply hilarious!! From family members to friends and teammates every one was behind these two and had tons of wisdom and good advice to share.
If you are looking for a quick, cute YA romance this is a great one! HEA and super cute!!
First of all this book received browning points just because it was based in Michigan. I absolutely love books that take place in my home state.
This is my first time reading anything from this author and also starting with book #2 in a series, I was a little worried. I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised in not only her writing style but also the fact that I did not feel lost coming in at book 2. This can definitely be read as a stand alone.
This is a sweet, little friend to “more” romance. I’d say “lovers” but it’s pretty innocent and everything that you would expect a teenage romance to be. Luke and Malina have great chemistry and you are rooting for them to be together. I feel that the teen “drama” in this book was just spot on. It wasn’t so overly done that it doesn’t feel realistic or didn’t leave you wanting to strangle the two in the end. I think that the secondary characters just added to the story to make it so much better and Izzy is simply hilarious!! From family members to friends and teammates every one was behind these two and had tons of wisdom and good advice to share.
If you are looking for a quick, cute YA romance this is a great one! HEA and super cute!!
June 28, 2017
“Tied Up in You” is a very cute friends-turned-lovers Crush romance. As a Crush book, it’s relatively short and made to read in one sitting. The plot moves fast, but it’s often perfect for a simple but sweet story like this one. Malina and Jackson have been BFFs for forever. Malina dreams of being an astrophysicist (but is on track to do the practical thing and go to school for business), while Jackson is moving towards his dream of playing hockey in the NHL. The book begins when he returns to town for a couple weeks in between traveling as part of the national development team for which he plays.
Without much thought, he ends up kissing Malina- a kiss so good both of them are left questioning their current friendship boundaries. However, determined not to ruin the great friendship they have, they both try to stay apart. It all ends with a disastrous double date. The book flips back and forth between Malina and Jackson’s viewpoints. They are really fun characters and have a really cute story- anyone who loves friends-becoming-more stories will delight in this fun book. The length is perfect and I wouldn’t change it!
I highly recommend this adorable book- it’s a fantastic beachy read and out with perfect time for a delightful summer read. Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher through netgalley. All opinions are my own.
Without much thought, he ends up kissing Malina- a kiss so good both of them are left questioning their current friendship boundaries. However, determined not to ruin the great friendship they have, they both try to stay apart. It all ends with a disastrous double date. The book flips back and forth between Malina and Jackson’s viewpoints. They are really fun characters and have a really cute story- anyone who loves friends-becoming-more stories will delight in this fun book. The length is perfect and I wouldn’t change it!
I highly recommend this adorable book- it’s a fantastic beachy read and out with perfect time for a delightful summer read. Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher through netgalley. All opinions are my own.
January 26, 2021
I read this book last year ,during quarantine. It's cute predictable and funny.
I recommend it for light reading.
I recommend it for light reading.
July 3, 2017
This was an improvement on the first book in the series but it was still far from perfect.
There were a few cute moments but it was let down by the lack of chemistry between the two main characters, a similar problem I had with All Laced Up.
I didn’t enjoy the pace of the story, everything happens too quickly with them. I wanted more tension and build up between Jackson and Malina so that it felt at least somewhat real when they inevitably ended up together, instead it’s just fell flat, even when they’re meant to be jealous of each other’s dates, it was lacking something.
Overall I found this book to be very forgettable, I left a day after finishing before writing this review and i’d already forgotten their names. I do know I thought there were some nice moments between the couple here and there but after finishing it, I couldn’t tell you what those were.
There were a few cute moments but it was let down by the lack of chemistry between the two main characters, a similar problem I had with All Laced Up.
I didn’t enjoy the pace of the story, everything happens too quickly with them. I wanted more tension and build up between Jackson and Malina so that it felt at least somewhat real when they inevitably ended up together, instead it’s just fell flat, even when they’re meant to be jealous of each other’s dates, it was lacking something.
Overall I found this book to be very forgettable, I left a day after finishing before writing this review and i’d already forgotten their names. I do know I thought there were some nice moments between the couple here and there but after finishing it, I couldn’t tell you what those were.
July 20, 2017
Rating: 3.5 Stars
If I had to sum up my thoughts about Tied Up in You, it would be that it was terribly cute.
I love friends to more books, especially when the hero and heroine have shared a long friendship. Malina and Jackson had been friends since they were small children. They shared a past and knew each other so well. Therefore, there was a lot of that awkward getting-to-know-you stuff out of the way. BUT we also had all that push and pull and resistance to the attraction, as they didn't want to complicate their friendship with romance. I expected this, and part of the fun with this type of story, is the stuff that plays out as they try to deny and fight their true feelings, which resulted a few really amusing scenes that arose as Malina and Jackson worked through their emotions.
I really liked the way Fletcher incorporated the auxiliary characters. Malina had a fabulous best friend, Izzy, who more or less stole every scene she was in, and I adored her. I also loved Malina's family. Her relationship with her mother and Tutu (that's Hawaiian for grandmother) really tugged at my heartstrings. I will say it right now: the way to my heart is through the grandmother, because I become a total sap for every grandma I encounter in a book. I had a fabulous Oma, who doted on me and treated me like a princess. So, I guess they just remind me of her. Speaking of Tutu, I loved getting a little lesson in Hawaiian culture from her. It was a nice touch to pepper the story with some Hawaiian words, crafts, and food. Jackson also had a great relationship with his mother and sister, and there was an ease to their relationship that helped me understand Jackson a little more.
These two did run into a few roadblocks, but the drama was low, which is the way I like my drama. And the drama arose, because they each want the best for each other. But fights are ok, as long as they make up, and I got a sort of grand gesture out of it, so a total win for me.
I love sports romances, so a hockey playing hero is totally my style, but I could not have asked for more in a heroine. This girl was a STEM princess, and that whole girl in science thing, is a conduit to my heart. This girl with her love of astrophysics just made me giddy. I love seeing smart girls score the jock, and I like seeing that there is more to the jock than meets the eye.
Overall: A sweet and adorable friends to lovers story, which left me with a gleeful disposition.
**I would like to thank the publisher for the advanced copy of this book.
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If I had to sum up my thoughts about Tied Up in You, it would be that it was terribly cute.
I love friends to more books, especially when the hero and heroine have shared a long friendship. Malina and Jackson had been friends since they were small children. They shared a past and knew each other so well. Therefore, there was a lot of that awkward getting-to-know-you stuff out of the way. BUT we also had all that push and pull and resistance to the attraction, as they didn't want to complicate their friendship with romance. I expected this, and part of the fun with this type of story, is the stuff that plays out as they try to deny and fight their true feelings, which resulted a few really amusing scenes that arose as Malina and Jackson worked through their emotions.
I really liked the way Fletcher incorporated the auxiliary characters. Malina had a fabulous best friend, Izzy, who more or less stole every scene she was in, and I adored her. I also loved Malina's family. Her relationship with her mother and Tutu (that's Hawaiian for grandmother) really tugged at my heartstrings. I will say it right now: the way to my heart is through the grandmother, because I become a total sap for every grandma I encounter in a book. I had a fabulous Oma, who doted on me and treated me like a princess. So, I guess they just remind me of her. Speaking of Tutu, I loved getting a little lesson in Hawaiian culture from her. It was a nice touch to pepper the story with some Hawaiian words, crafts, and food. Jackson also had a great relationship with his mother and sister, and there was an ease to their relationship that helped me understand Jackson a little more.
These two did run into a few roadblocks, but the drama was low, which is the way I like my drama. And the drama arose, because they each want the best for each other. But fights are ok, as long as they make up, and I got a sort of grand gesture out of it, so a total win for me.
I love sports romances, so a hockey playing hero is totally my style, but I could not have asked for more in a heroine. This girl was a STEM princess, and that whole girl in science thing, is a conduit to my heart. This girl with her love of astrophysics just made me giddy. I love seeing smart girls score the jock, and I like seeing that there is more to the jock than meets the eye.
Overall: A sweet and adorable friends to lovers story, which left me with a gleeful disposition.
**I would like to thank the publisher for the advanced copy of this book.
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July 9, 2017
I was given an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. A massive thank you to Entangled Publishing and Netgalley for that.
Tied Up In You, while it wasn't absolutely, mind-bogglingly amazing, was still a really cute and nice read. I didn't feel that I totally connected with the characters nor did I truly lose myself in the story. I really liked that the heroine was smart and that the romance was different in that it was 'best-friend becomes boyfriend' kind of way, and of course, I liked Luke/Jackson. It just wasn't my favourite book under the Entangled Crush Imprint.
I enjoyed the little things within the book, like I mentioned above, I liked that Malina was smart and science-y (a type of character we could use a lot more of) and I also really enjoyed the little touches of Hawaiian culture that was injected into the storyline (obviously, I am completely oblivious to the accuracy, cause I'm not Hawaiian, but I'm assuming that Erin Fletcher did a good job in researching it). It gave the story a bit of an edge and a more interesting twist.
I didn't really fall in love with Malina and Luke's story. It was nice, sure, but it definitely wasn't my favourite. Still, worth the read cause it was cute, but again, not going to be one I remember for years and years after I've read it.
Congratulations to the author on a nice book, and I look forward to seeing what other stories you (and Entangled) come out with.
Tied Up In You, while it wasn't absolutely, mind-bogglingly amazing, was still a really cute and nice read. I didn't feel that I totally connected with the characters nor did I truly lose myself in the story. I really liked that the heroine was smart and that the romance was different in that it was 'best-friend becomes boyfriend' kind of way, and of course, I liked Luke/Jackson. It just wasn't my favourite book under the Entangled Crush Imprint.
I enjoyed the little things within the book, like I mentioned above, I liked that Malina was smart and science-y (a type of character we could use a lot more of) and I also really enjoyed the little touches of Hawaiian culture that was injected into the storyline (obviously, I am completely oblivious to the accuracy, cause I'm not Hawaiian, but I'm assuming that Erin Fletcher did a good job in researching it). It gave the story a bit of an edge and a more interesting twist.
I didn't really fall in love with Malina and Luke's story. It was nice, sure, but it definitely wasn't my favourite. Still, worth the read cause it was cute, but again, not going to be one I remember for years and years after I've read it.
Congratulations to the author on a nice book, and I look forward to seeing what other stories you (and Entangled) come out with.
July 6, 2017
Tied Up In You is a cute crush romance. One that is more than boy meets girl and they fall for each other. This boy and girl are actually friends for years before their attraction forms. I liked that they had a friendship first. They knew the good and bad about each other before they decided to try to take the next step. A great book. Clean romance.
I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.
I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.
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February 10, 2023i can’t really get mad at anything super short. like jackson was def toxic at times and there were annoying disagreements but because the book was short they couldn’t focus on them for long. friends to lovers is normally chill. way less ice time than the first book which was slightly disappointing. meh. it made me feel something and normally that’s all i ask for.
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July 7, 2017
Even though I'm a huge fan of YA in any way related to ice hocky I must admit that 'Tied Up In You' was too predictable. The storyline is very simple here, no surprises: Jackson and Malina have been friends for a long while, but their busy schedules push them apart for some time and when they finally meet, well you guessed it- they fall in love with each other. There are some small obstacles but as we all already know love conquers all.
July 13, 2017
This was a super cute, quick read.
Loved Malina's family and the issues both she and Luke are facing post HS but the plot zipped through so fast. I thought there would be more build up to them becoming a couple but there wasn't, which meant there needed to be something else that (temporarily) breaks them up and was just a whirlwind.
It didn't really stand out but it would make a fun summer/by the pool book - quick and swoony.
Loved Malina's family and the issues both she and Luke are facing post HS but the plot zipped through so fast. I thought there would be more build up to them becoming a couple but there wasn't, which meant there needed to be something else that (temporarily) breaks them up and was just a whirlwind.
It didn't really stand out but it would make a fun summer/by the pool book - quick and swoony.
August 2, 2017
Another great friends to boyfriend/girlfriend. Malina wants to be an astrophysicist and Luke wants to play hockey. Malina is on her way to settling for a job with her dad's company and Jackson is working to show her she deserves to follow her dream. Loved the date scene with Troy and Krista. So funny and I could actually picture the looks on all their faces. I read this one at my work desk, if I was at home it would have been a one day read. Fletcher is an auto read for me.
June 27, 2017
This was adorable! A cute, quick, swoony read was just what I needed. If anyone has read my first book, you know I'm a big fan of the whole "following your dreams" theme and this one gave me all the feels. I also love the "best friends to couple" trope and Jackson was just too cute with all the feelings.
If you're looking for a quick, fun read, this one is definitely for you!
If you're looking for a quick, fun read, this one is definitely for you!
December 14, 2018
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3.5 stars 🌟
It took me two hours to get through this one. And I have to say it fulfilled its job of being a perfectly cute weekend read for me. I enjoyed every moment of it. And there is this point where the main characters have this big fight , which as I realised was going to happen I started laughing. Because there s always a difference when two best friends end up figurines if they are in a relationship.( isn't there? 😎)
This book also broke so many YA stereotypes.
1. The girl was okay that the guy had various girlfriends before her because they were friends then and she didn't have feelings for him.
2. That in the guys mind the girl wasn't this soft fragile piece of thread who would suddenly break. Its like in the kissing scenes the guys happy when she takes control.
3. When the girl gets jealous she owns up to it and says that in any other instance she wouldn't have been sarcastic to the other girl in question.
4. When the guy gets jealous the main girl reminds him that he had loads of girlfriends before and she didn't give him shit for that.
Which was an another positive.I guess that the author could fit this all because there was an added dynamic of them being best friends
All in all I felt the book basically ended when it came to 50% when they both get together. But then the author tries to get through the dynamics of how the main guy is there for her when she's sad (her grandmom gets hospitalised.) And how they both have a few things to talk about such as their future their dreams. As the main guy is a ice hockey player and the girl is in love with anything which involves SPACE. 😉.
So if you want a cute relaxing read give this book a definite chance .
3.5 stars 🌟
It took me two hours to get through this one. And I have to say it fulfilled its job of being a perfectly cute weekend read for me. I enjoyed every moment of it. And there is this point where the main characters have this big fight , which as I realised was going to happen I started laughing. Because there s always a difference when two best friends end up figurines if they are in a relationship.( isn't there? 😎)
This book also broke so many YA stereotypes.
1. The girl was okay that the guy had various girlfriends before her because they were friends then and she didn't have feelings for him.
2. That in the guys mind the girl wasn't this soft fragile piece of thread who would suddenly break. Its like in the kissing scenes the guys happy when she takes control.
3. When the girl gets jealous she owns up to it and says that in any other instance she wouldn't have been sarcastic to the other girl in question.
4. When the guy gets jealous the main girl reminds him that he had loads of girlfriends before and she didn't give him shit for that.
Which was an another positive.I guess that the author could fit this all because there was an added dynamic of them being best friends
All in all I felt the book basically ended when it came to 50% when they both get together. But then the author tries to get through the dynamics of how the main guy is there for her when she's sad (her grandmom gets hospitalised.) And how they both have a few things to talk about such as their future their dreams. As the main guy is a ice hockey player and the girl is in love with anything which involves SPACE. 😉.
So if you want a cute relaxing read give this book a definite chance .
July 13, 2017
Just.. perfect.
4.5Stars
Fletcher had me all smitten and fangirling with All Laced Up. I was uber excited about book two and I had high expectations, again. And again, they were more than met.
I love besties to lover stories. Tied Up in You, is cute and swoony. It's the perfect cute & fluffy.
Just like in the previous installment Fletcher digs deeper than expected. Which is what makes this more than just a fluffy read. It has some depth to the cute.
The characters are interesting and unique. I loved revisiting the Hockey boys and co. Malina and Jackson are my favorite! I mean I know I said Pierce was awesome sauce.. I still like him. However Jackson, is just better.. lol. Seriously: The friendship between Malina and Jackson is dynamic and feel very realistic. The changes between them had my all fluttery. I could feel their butterflies, I got their fears and confusions. It's beautifully written. Malina's heritage made her even more interesting. Love her relationship with her grandmother, it reminded me of how special my grandparents were to me.
I love that both Malina and Jackson have high aspirations. Their dreams are really different and so are their interests, I adore that they both value eachothers passions.
I was worried that there was going to be a love triangle. Because, well there could have been. But there wasn't. Just like with the rest of the dramas, there has to be some drama it is a romance, it doesn't drag on. Malina and Jackson do talk to each other, they do trust each other and no matter how confused they are or how angry they sort it somehow out. Which is one of the things I really loved about the story line. They have problems, they deal. Even if it isn't all smooth or perfect it feels like real life. Just with cute hockey boys and lots of swoon.
A must read if you ask me.
4.5Stars
Fletcher had me all smitten and fangirling with All Laced Up. I was uber excited about book two and I had high expectations, again. And again, they were more than met.
I love besties to lover stories. Tied Up in You, is cute and swoony. It's the perfect cute & fluffy.
Just like in the previous installment Fletcher digs deeper than expected. Which is what makes this more than just a fluffy read. It has some depth to the cute.
The characters are interesting and unique. I loved revisiting the Hockey boys and co. Malina and Jackson are my favorite! I mean I know I said Pierce was awesome sauce.. I still like him. However Jackson, is just better.. lol. Seriously: The friendship between Malina and Jackson is dynamic and feel very realistic. The changes between them had my all fluttery. I could feel their butterflies, I got their fears and confusions. It's beautifully written. Malina's heritage made her even more interesting. Love her relationship with her grandmother, it reminded me of how special my grandparents were to me.
I love that both Malina and Jackson have high aspirations. Their dreams are really different and so are their interests, I adore that they both value eachothers passions.
I was worried that there was going to be a love triangle. Because, well there could have been. But there wasn't. Just like with the rest of the dramas, there has to be some drama it is a romance, it doesn't drag on. Malina and Jackson do talk to each other, they do trust each other and no matter how confused they are or how angry they sort it somehow out. Which is one of the things I really loved about the story line. They have problems, they deal. Even if it isn't all smooth or perfect it feels like real life. Just with cute hockey boys and lots of swoon.
A must read if you ask me.
August 12, 2022
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3 stars — Huh. I remember loving the first book, but this one felt like it was missing something. I almost DNF’d it because it just wasn’t pulling me in, but I really wanted to finish another series for my challenge, and it was only 200 pages…
Honestly, the characters had some great moments/qualities, but not as many as I’d like. I really loved the way Malina’s Tutu adored (and fed) Jackson. I loved Jackson’s teasing nature. And I loved what Malina’s relationship with her grandma brought out in her.
But other than that? I only partially understood/bought the pushing each other away after the “accidental” kiss. I’m not sure I was a fan of the volatile nature of their relationship when they got together…I guess it’s supposed to show passion? Pent up lust? I don’t know, but the yelling and meanness wasn’t what I was expecting from a friends to lovers story. Not that I couldn’t see 2 teenagers behaving that way, just…I don’t know, I just wasn’t as excited about it. I enjoyed them as friends, and occasionally after they got over the initial hump there were some cute moments, but maybe just not enough? It almost felt more enemies to lovers at times…
The other thing that I was on the fence about was each of their parents. They were probably more realistic, but I guess they felt a bit…harsher than I was expecting. Like, in a loving way, but…
So yeah. It was okay, but it wasn’t quite the reading hangover cure I was looking for.
3 stars — Huh. I remember loving the first book, but this one felt like it was missing something. I almost DNF’d it because it just wasn’t pulling me in, but I really wanted to finish another series for my challenge, and it was only 200 pages…
Honestly, the characters had some great moments/qualities, but not as many as I’d like. I really loved the way Malina’s Tutu adored (and fed) Jackson. I loved Jackson’s teasing nature. And I loved what Malina’s relationship with her grandma brought out in her.
But other than that? I only partially understood/bought the pushing each other away after the “accidental” kiss. I’m not sure I was a fan of the volatile nature of their relationship when they got together…I guess it’s supposed to show passion? Pent up lust? I don’t know, but the yelling and meanness wasn’t what I was expecting from a friends to lovers story. Not that I couldn’t see 2 teenagers behaving that way, just…I don’t know, I just wasn’t as excited about it. I enjoyed them as friends, and occasionally after they got over the initial hump there were some cute moments, but maybe just not enough? It almost felt more enemies to lovers at times…
The other thing that I was on the fence about was each of their parents. They were probably more realistic, but I guess they felt a bit…harsher than I was expecting. Like, in a loving way, but…
So yeah. It was okay, but it wasn’t quite the reading hangover cure I was looking for.
July 10, 2017
★ 3.5 hockey stars ★
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of Tied Up In You provided by Entangled Teen and the author, thank you so much for the reviewing opportunity!
Another sweet and fun read by Entangled Teen that centers around friends becoming lovers.
Although the story was fairly predictable, it had a few laughs and swoon-worthy moments that will definitely make your heart flutter. Being best friends since young, the easiness in Malina and Jackson's friendship was what made their relationship so believable and real. I loved their banter, Jackson's obsession towards Tutu's food (my favorite character - she's such a wise woman) and Malina's passion in astrophysics, they seemed like people who I'd love to get to know in real life!
However, as much as I liked the author's writing and the prospect of a friends-to-lovers romance, I wasn't as convinced about Jackson and Malina as a couple, or specifically, the turning point in which they became a couple. Maybe it's just me, but I thought things just escalated too quickly from the "accidental kiss".
Overall, a quick and cute read that I'll recommend to young adult romance lovers!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of Tied Up In You provided by Entangled Teen and the author, thank you so much for the reviewing opportunity!
Another sweet and fun read by Entangled Teen that centers around friends becoming lovers.
Although the story was fairly predictable, it had a few laughs and swoon-worthy moments that will definitely make your heart flutter. Being best friends since young, the easiness in Malina and Jackson's friendship was what made their relationship so believable and real. I loved their banter, Jackson's obsession towards Tutu's food (my favorite character - she's such a wise woman) and Malina's passion in astrophysics, they seemed like people who I'd love to get to know in real life!
However, as much as I liked the author's writing and the prospect of a friends-to-lovers romance, I wasn't as convinced about Jackson and Malina as a couple, or specifically, the turning point in which they became a couple. Maybe it's just me, but I thought things just escalated too quickly from the "accidental kiss".
Overall, a quick and cute read that I'll recommend to young adult romance lovers!
April 27, 2022
Tied Up In You was really underwhelming, in my opinion. The whole story just fell flat and there wasn't anything special about it AT ALL. There was barely a build up and well, it was more of a boring typical YA contemporary romance book. For a friends to lovers book, one of my favourite tropes, it was pretty disappointing. I admit that the romance between Luke and Manila was kinda cute, but that's just it I guess. After the two characters got together, there was barely any scenes that could plainly show their love or affection for one another, unless you count being there for each other enough in a romance novel and I couldn't feel the chemistry or emotions from the two characters and it was really dull. To conclude, this was a pretty cute and quick read, nothing special but suitable for reading just to relax.
August 22, 2017
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This book isn’t about a group of friends it is more about two in particular friends that finally come to their senses regarding their love for one another.
Luke Jackson is on a path he has set for himself. His plan is to play for the teenage national hockey team and then get picked up for the NHL. He needs to stay focus to accomplish this. He is on the road most of the time and doesn’t have time for a relationship. The occasional fling on the road is different from actually committing and trying to have some type of boyfriend girlfriend thing. The only person he is willing to go out of his way for is his best friend, Malina. However, he begins to realize how much he has missed being around her while he’s gone. So an accidental kiss ends up turning all his “so-called’ hockey concentration out the window.
Malina is smart (well to me she is). She loves space and astronomy she wants to be an astrophysics, but that isn’t the plan her dad has for her. He wants her to go into a field that she will be able to obtain a job from after college. To help with college she has been working on scholarship after scholarship application. Now she just needs to figure out how to get her STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) project working properly so she could win the scholarship money for school. She has hit a glitch on the project and her mind has been preoccupied with the return of Luke (she and majority of the characters in the book call him Jackson). Now she is trying to juggle school requirements and her “now” awkward relationship with Jackson, ever since that accidental kiss.
Malina and Jackson are super cute as best friends and I can see why they finally realized they had stronger feelings for each other besides the platonic kind. When these two fight it is all emotional and passionate. You can feel the tension come off the pages between the two of them. Their fights explode and have positive results from it.
The supporting characters, such as Malina’s grandmother and some of Jackson’s team mates are a great addition. I loved the Hawaiian cultural that was added in to show Malian’s heritage. I think this book gives a good balance of romantic store line and family dynamics. I highly recommend this book. Thanks Entangled Crush!
It alternates POV’s between Jackson and Malina, not evenly both consistent.
The overall story wasn’t very long. It was a quick, fun, read.
I give it a 4 overall.
Full Review and more available at https://wp.me/p7bgOg-yo
Received a Copy from Netgalley on behalf of Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review.
This book isn’t about a group of friends it is more about two in particular friends that finally come to their senses regarding their love for one another.
Luke Jackson is on a path he has set for himself. His plan is to play for the teenage national hockey team and then get picked up for the NHL. He needs to stay focus to accomplish this. He is on the road most of the time and doesn’t have time for a relationship. The occasional fling on the road is different from actually committing and trying to have some type of boyfriend girlfriend thing. The only person he is willing to go out of his way for is his best friend, Malina. However, he begins to realize how much he has missed being around her while he’s gone. So an accidental kiss ends up turning all his “so-called’ hockey concentration out the window.
Malina is smart (well to me she is). She loves space and astronomy she wants to be an astrophysics, but that isn’t the plan her dad has for her. He wants her to go into a field that she will be able to obtain a job from after college. To help with college she has been working on scholarship after scholarship application. Now she just needs to figure out how to get her STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) project working properly so she could win the scholarship money for school. She has hit a glitch on the project and her mind has been preoccupied with the return of Luke (she and majority of the characters in the book call him Jackson). Now she is trying to juggle school requirements and her “now” awkward relationship with Jackson, ever since that accidental kiss.
Malina and Jackson are super cute as best friends and I can see why they finally realized they had stronger feelings for each other besides the platonic kind. When these two fight it is all emotional and passionate. You can feel the tension come off the pages between the two of them. Their fights explode and have positive results from it.
The supporting characters, such as Malina’s grandmother and some of Jackson’s team mates are a great addition. I loved the Hawaiian cultural that was added in to show Malian’s heritage. I think this book gives a good balance of romantic store line and family dynamics. I highly recommend this book. Thanks Entangled Crush!
It alternates POV’s between Jackson and Malina, not evenly both consistent.
The overall story wasn’t very long. It was a quick, fun, read.
I give it a 4 overall.
April 3, 2022
Come il precedente, anche questo libro è stato breve e - grazie al cielo - privo di drammi inutili, slut-shaming o qualsiasi altro cliché si possa trovare in un romanzo young adult.
Jackson e Malina sono amici da una vita - dalle elementari, per la precisione.
Sono molto diversi, ma ciò non ha mai impedito loro di essere sempre molto uniti e sempre e soltanto amici, nonostante ormai molte delle persone attorno a loro si aspettassero una svolta romantica.
E la svolta romantica arriva in maniera inaspettata quando Jackson, di ritorno da una serie di partite di hockey giocate in trasferta, bacia "per sbaglio" Malina una sera che sono a casa di lei da soli.
L'imbarazzo è immediato, il non sapere come reagire pure, ma se c'è una cosa che non riescono a togliersi dalla testa è il baciarsi di nuovo.
Ma questa evoluzione nel loro rapporto come potrebbe influenzare il loro futuro?
Jackson fa affidamento sull'essere scelto dalla NHL e non ha intenzione di fare domanda al college; Malina ama lo spazio e l'astrofisica, ma è un campo molto competitivo e la sua famiglia non ha i soldi per mandarla in un college con quel programma, così cerca di restare il più realistica possibile propendendo per una carriera nel mondo degli affari.
Peccato che quel bacio mandi all'aria tutti i piani prestabiliti e distrugga definitivamente lo status quo delle loro vite fino a quel momento.
Avete presente quando un libro vi piace, ma poi lo finite e non sapete cosa dire?
Il primo - con Lia e Pierce, che qui fungono da spinta nella giusta direzione e supporto ai nostri protagonisti - l'avevo letto praticamente in un giorno, anche perché non lavoravo all'epoca. Questo secondo volume, sebbene della stessa lunghezza, ci ho impiegato praticamente una settimana.
Ma non perché non mi stesse piacendo - Malina e Jackson sono adorabili, presi sia singolarmente che insieme: sono determinati, divertenti, dolci e tipicamente adolescenti. Probabilmente è il mio solito blocco del lettore perennemente in sottofondo che non mi fa entusiasmare più come una volta e la stanchezza mi rende sempre svogliata e annoiata.
Tied Up In You è un libro tranquillo, scorrevole, poco impegnativo - l'hockey è molto meno presente e invece si focalizza di più sull'evoluzione del rapporto tra Malina e Jackson. Anche le loro famiglie hanno un peso non indifferente, in particolare quella di Malina di origine hawaiana - e la nonna, Tutu, è decisamente una forza della natura.
Entrambi hanno la loro dose di problemi e sogni e speranze con cui avere a che fare, ma la Fletcher non calca mai troppo la mano facendoci sentire sì la presenza di questi ostacoli e l'importanza delle loro ambizioni, ma senza farle pesare come una macigno. Entrambi sono intelligenti e capaci di trovare un modo per affrontare ciò che gli si presenta davanti.
Per un momento ho temuto una sorta di triangolo, ma se c'è una cosa che apprezzo di Erin Fletcher è che sa scrivere storie tenere, dolci e romantiche senza per forza infilarci qualche dramma - ed è vero che ci sono un paio di litigi, come si conviene in qualsiasi rapporto che sia di amicizia o di amore, ma il tutto viene sempre affrontato subito e con maturità, senza tirarla troppo per le lunghe.
L'avessi letto in un altro periodo forse mi sarei sentita più coinvolta - e forse per questo tenderei a mettere Lia e Pierce al di sopra di una spanna - e, per quanto non indimenticabile come altri romanzi che mi hanno rubato il cuore e il respiro, è stata comunque una storia davvero carina e rilassante.
Jackson e Malina sono amici da una vita - dalle elementari, per la precisione.
Sono molto diversi, ma ciò non ha mai impedito loro di essere sempre molto uniti e sempre e soltanto amici, nonostante ormai molte delle persone attorno a loro si aspettassero una svolta romantica.
E la svolta romantica arriva in maniera inaspettata quando Jackson, di ritorno da una serie di partite di hockey giocate in trasferta, bacia "per sbaglio" Malina una sera che sono a casa di lei da soli.
L'imbarazzo è immediato, il non sapere come reagire pure, ma se c'è una cosa che non riescono a togliersi dalla testa è il baciarsi di nuovo.
Ma questa evoluzione nel loro rapporto come potrebbe influenzare il loro futuro?
Jackson fa affidamento sull'essere scelto dalla NHL e non ha intenzione di fare domanda al college; Malina ama lo spazio e l'astrofisica, ma è un campo molto competitivo e la sua famiglia non ha i soldi per mandarla in un college con quel programma, così cerca di restare il più realistica possibile propendendo per una carriera nel mondo degli affari.
Peccato che quel bacio mandi all'aria tutti i piani prestabiliti e distrugga definitivamente lo status quo delle loro vite fino a quel momento.
Avete presente quando un libro vi piace, ma poi lo finite e non sapete cosa dire?
Il primo - con Lia e Pierce, che qui fungono da spinta nella giusta direzione e supporto ai nostri protagonisti - l'avevo letto praticamente in un giorno, anche perché non lavoravo all'epoca. Questo secondo volume, sebbene della stessa lunghezza, ci ho impiegato praticamente una settimana.
Ma non perché non mi stesse piacendo - Malina e Jackson sono adorabili, presi sia singolarmente che insieme: sono determinati, divertenti, dolci e tipicamente adolescenti. Probabilmente è il mio solito blocco del lettore perennemente in sottofondo che non mi fa entusiasmare più come una volta e la stanchezza mi rende sempre svogliata e annoiata.
Tied Up In You è un libro tranquillo, scorrevole, poco impegnativo - l'hockey è molto meno presente e invece si focalizza di più sull'evoluzione del rapporto tra Malina e Jackson. Anche le loro famiglie hanno un peso non indifferente, in particolare quella di Malina di origine hawaiana - e la nonna, Tutu, è decisamente una forza della natura.
Entrambi hanno la loro dose di problemi e sogni e speranze con cui avere a che fare, ma la Fletcher non calca mai troppo la mano facendoci sentire sì la presenza di questi ostacoli e l'importanza delle loro ambizioni, ma senza farle pesare come una macigno. Entrambi sono intelligenti e capaci di trovare un modo per affrontare ciò che gli si presenta davanti.
Per un momento ho temuto una sorta di triangolo, ma se c'è una cosa che apprezzo di Erin Fletcher è che sa scrivere storie tenere, dolci e romantiche senza per forza infilarci qualche dramma - ed è vero che ci sono un paio di litigi, come si conviene in qualsiasi rapporto che sia di amicizia o di amore, ma il tutto viene sempre affrontato subito e con maturità, senza tirarla troppo per le lunghe.
L'avessi letto in un altro periodo forse mi sarei sentita più coinvolta - e forse per questo tenderei a mettere Lia e Pierce al di sopra di una spanna - e, per quanto non indimenticabile come altri romanzi che mi hanno rubato il cuore e il respiro, è stata comunque una storia davvero carina e rilassante.
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