Thank you Netgalley for an EARC of this book in exchange for my honest review

This book made me want to book a trip to Scotland asap, This book was super cute but it felt like it was missing something. I loved learning about Scotland but the romance fell a little flat for me. Still a good read!

This was a disappointing read for me. I was so excited for a romance set abroad featuring a man in a kilt. And although it had all those elements, it fell extremely flat for me.

I had no connection to the characters at all. The male lead was intriguing to a certain extent because he’s a man in a kilt, other than that it wasn’t entertaining. Their romance felt bland the meat cute was fine, but it didn’t really feel like enemies to lovers and the romance just didn’t hit me in the feels.

Not to mention, the main character kept referring to her parents by their first name. Which really threw me off especially because she clearly had a very deep connection to her mother. Maybe it’s just me, but I didn’t like it.

If I did not receive an ARC of this book, I probably would’ve DNF it.

Also, just a note on the audiobook because I did listen to parts of the story. The male narrator did a phenomenal job, the female was OK. I felt like her Scottish accents were not well done.

Thank you to Harper Collins Canada for providing me an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This is delightful and fun! Scotland being one of my favorite countries, I found the history and detailed descriptions spot on! The romance is steamy but not over the top! Great summer read!

I enjoyed Logan and Addie’s chemistry but the conflict in this book seemed contrived. I didn’t believe that Addie’s boss would be so insistent on going against his consultant’s advice and what the clients wanted. Why would their portfolio need only the common touristy spots? It seems like a small travel consultant startup would want something to differentiate them and not just fit in with what every vanilla company does. Big digression there, but it took away from the whole story for me. I just didn’t see why they would be so opposed to each other.

Thank you to the publisher - I received a complimentary eARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

If you like the idea of a romance set in the amazing Highlands of Scotland, but really don't want a historical romance - this is your book! Addie and Logan are attracted when thrown together by business but they are also in competition. But Addie's need for closure about her mom soon makes Logan want to help her.

i really just couldn’t get into it. even with multiple attempts. even tried the audiobook. the male character seems to harbor lots of negative energy and that’s not where i want to be right now

"It scared her how easily he comforted her, how she handed over pieces of herself without meaning to."

My rating: 3.5

This was a fun read for me. Immersive in description and entertaining in plot, overall it was a really good time. It feels like a love letter to Scotland combined with a contemporary romance, and I am totally here for those vibes. (Plus there was a gorgeous guy in a kilt, so you know, that was cool too. 😉)

Addie and Logan are fun, and their interactions were some of the best moments of this book. These two made me laugh and pulled me into their story time and time again. Add in some found-family, forgiveness, and healing from past hurts, and this book went from fun to calming to sweet.

I cannot write this review without commenting on how beautifully descriptive the author was while writing about Scotland. Someday I want to travel, and Scotland has quickly moved up the ranks of places I want to go. Alexandra Kiley painted beautiful pictures in my mind and made me feel like I was visiting these places alongside Addie and Logan.

There were a few things I didn't like as well about this book. Some moments were frustratingly slow and the climax didn't quite land for me. However, the resolution was a sweet as I could have asked for.

Kilt Trip was an easy read, and if you like steamy contemporary romance, this one was fun with some depth.

General notes:
Book: Kilt Trip
Author: Alexandra Kiley
Genre: Contemporary Romance/RomCom
Language: Strong ( "F" words and other swears frequently)
Romance: Two open-door scenes, innuendo throughout
Violence: None
Trigger/Content Warnings: Death of a parent (not on page), anxiety

A cute read set in one of my favorite places in the world! However, this book took me a while to read, not necessarily because it was physically lengthy, but it felt overwritten. I struggled with motivation to get through it and had a hard time keeping my attention while reading. The steam wasn't as spicy as I had hoped - the connection between Addie and Logan felt shallow at best. Maybe because the book was written in third person POV that there was a missed opportunity to establish a real connection between the two main characters?

Overall, a cute romance read but I'd love a stronger love connection - and plenty of spice!

Cute Scottish romcom with a heavy dash of wander-lust!
Is this a completely original story, no.
Do we read these books to find a unique story that will hold up to the passage of time, no.
But that's totally ok.
It was fun and a little steamy. For me it was the perfect pallet cleanser between Fantasy worlds.
I love all of the Scottish details throughout the book as well.

As a lover of romance novels and an avid fan of all things Scottish, this was the book for me! I also really love the fact that this book has an Outlander shoutout. The relationship involves a little lust at first sight and antagonism to romanticism. The underlying storyline of connecting with a heritage is truly beautiful and inspires the reader to want to visit the country.

Addie is a travel consultant and her current job is in Scotland helping a family-run tour company. Logan is in said family, and helps with the tours. He doesn't believe that an American expert in tourist traps will be good for the business and a good old-fashioned rivalry begins. I really loved this premise and the Scottish Highlands are one of my favorite settings for books. But the dialogue for me was awkward and cringe at times. I think a lot of others will love this one but unfortunately it was not for me. Adorable cover though!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | Canary Street Press for providing me a digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.

Some people will absolutely love this book and unfortunately, I was not one of them. I really liked the premise of this book, and loved that it’s set in Scotland but it seemed to cling to the enemies to lovers/slow burn/he falls first tropes a little too hard. I normally love him falling first and her being closed off hard to get and him having to pursue intently. But to me it seemed like there was this back and forth banter for a little bit with the heat between them growing and all of a sudden he was in love with her and wanting more and she was afraid. There were moments when I thought the story was really cute but all in all, to me this felt like one of the dime a dozen rom-com books that have come out in the era of tiktok. There wasn't anything new or exciting about the book and to me it was very predictable.

I appreciate Alexandra Kiley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for allowing me to read this copy early.

Spoiler-free synopsis:

Addie is in Scotland to help a struggling tour guide company turn itself around and also to reconnect with her mom’s past. Will Logan, the grumpy owner of the travel company, help her in her goal or will everything be one big power trip?

Things I liked:
Enemies to lovers
Scottish vibes

Things I didn’t care for:
Miscommunication trope
3rd act break up


Now, I really can’t do a miscommunication trope. It’s my least favorite thing. And this whole book felt like one big one. It just wasn’t entirely for me. The smut was top-notch and very romantic instead of overly raunchy. If they had just TALKED, I would have been a much happier gal.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the E-ARC of Kilt Trip. This is an adorable romance set in the Scotland highlands. Very atmospheric.

I received this ARC from NetGalley.

Loved the whole Scottish setting, but wasn't that into the love story.

A cute read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin for an e-galley of Kilt Trip.

A wanderlust filled tour guide consultant and a tour guide firmly ensconced in his family's company meet when Addie is assigned to Logan's company. Addie is perplexed by their off the beaten path tours of Edinburgh that complete ignore the major tourist points. Logan is irked that his dad felt the need to hire someone to revamp the company before his retirement. Neither of them are willing to work with each other.

In a charming romance, we explore Scotland with Addie and Logan, as they fall in love during their journey.

I was graciously given an ARC of Kilt Trip by Alexandra Kiley. I loved the cover, the book summary and I love anything to do Scotland. It took me awhile to get into the book, I even put it down and read something else, but when I did pick it back up, I was hooked. The characters were great and relatable. If you like a cute romance story with a grumpy Scotsman this is your book!

3.5 stars

i mean.. he is Scottish, wears a kilt, and calls her 'lass'. *swoons*

Scotland is my favourite place I've ever travelled, and I think about going back all the time.. so I jumped at the chance to read this!

Addie and Logan meet under fall pretenses, have an immediate attraction... and then the next day they unexpectedly see each other again when Addie shows up to Logan's business, a Scottish tours company, as a consultant dead set on changing everything about how Logan runs his business. Addie wants to essentially change up all his routes to mostly only hit all the big tourist destinations.. but Logan's tours are very much rooted in the nostalgia of his childhood, in his love for his country, and in wanting to give people a more immersive and memorable experience. So they immediately do not get along.

the bickering was fun, the pranks pretty hilarious.

Logan is so earnest, so sweet and is always right there, waiting for Addie to open up and let him in.

Addie is grieving a loss that has stayed with her for years, and as she explores Scotland and allows herself to feel for Logan, we get to see her work through a lot of bottled up pain and emotions.

This had a wonderful balance of funny, emotional and sexy moments. I highlighted quite a few scenes, quotes and moments on my kindle.

honestly, I want to pack my bags and book a one-way ticket to Scotland...

DNF'd at 3%. I am not as much a contemporary girl as I am a fantasy girl. I may enjoy this in the future. <3

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | Canary Street Press.

I had never had an insatiable urge to travel to Scotland until I read this book. Addie and Logan's story was a light-hearted, quick read that I enjoyed immensely. This was a charming contemporary romance that delivered some very satisfying spicy scenes paired with one of my favorite tropes (rivals to lovers).

I highly recommend this book for anyone who loves their romance with a side of adventure and travel.