Omg I seriously loved this book! It was super cute, super sweet and the right ratio of romance and cheesiness! It was literally perfection! The characters were great and the storyline was so much fun!

I look forward to read more from Laura esp the follow up to this fun book!

I thought this was a cute romance, sweet and cheesy, a very light read that was well written, the scenery and characters were easy to picture. It kept me engaged, I read it pretty much in one sitting. I enjoyed this book, and probably would read a second book, since goodreads has it listed as #1.

Really enjoyed reading this Rom Com romance.
Southern belle meets a hot Scott.
Alasdair comes to check on his Uncle's relationship with Rose and meets Isabel her daughter and the fun begins.
Just an easy fun romance story.
Voluntarily reviewed.

A rom com book that I really liked. Alasdair and Isabel made a great match with clear chemistry. I liked the added twist of Gareth and Rose’s relationship providing the foundation and obstacle. A cute read.

This unfortunately wasn’t for me. It’s definitely a case of “it’s not you, it’s me”. I honestly just couldn’t get to grips with these characters and found myself disliking Alisdair, even though there were definitely parts about him that I really liked. I also didn’t much care for Isabel — all in all, the whole spectrum of characters just fell really flat for me and I’m immensely sad about it.

I do love the addition of Scottish heritage and little Scottish elements here and there - I really loved that about this book! That was definitely a lot of fun.

I found that the plot was intricate and interesting enough to keep me hooked which is also a winner. I finished this book relatively quickly because the plot was tugging me in and refusing to release me. It was a captivating plot and really fascinating to read — it was just the characters that missed the mark unfortunately!

Some more points:
— the writing was great. Not too descriptive or flowery, but not too basic. Definitely didn’t suffer with short sentence syndrome.
— interesting mother daughter dynamic
— fantastic setting!
— brilliant pacing; definitely kept the story moving quickly
— amazingly funny, these two characters get themselves in some fabulous situations and some of the things that happen are laugh out loud worthy!

Overall this was a good read — the writing was great, the plot was good, but the characters were what sank this for me!

I would definitely read something else from this author in the future though and definitely think it’s worth a go. I really do believe that the characters are a personal preference and that others will like them! I feel like I’m missing out on the party but I’m glad to have read this book.

Izzy and her mom have been holding the Highlander festival together every year since Izzy’s beloved DAd passed away. This year, however, her mother returned from vacation with a new love, Gareth. As Izzy works to keep the festival coming together, Alasdair arrives looking for his Uncle Gareth. Without giving anything away this book will keep you turning the pages to find out what happens when Izy and her mother realize they’ve been lied to by the Scottish gentlemen. Will both couples have their happily ever after? I really enjoyed the angst in this book and the relationship between Izzy and her mom as well as the romantic ones.

Loved this book from a new author to me. Laura really has a great way of writing. I loved the storyline and the characters. I’m a huge fan of Highland games in real life so to read about them was fun. I enjoyed the end at the games and the way the story finished. It really makes me want to read the next book.

i was given an ARC for my honest feedback.
.Highlander Walks into a Bar is a perfect contemporary romance. The book is light and entertaining at points. I took a little while for me to get engaged. The 2 main characters Izzy and Alasdair do not immediately like each other but there is some chemistry brewing. They meet when her mother Rose brings his uncle Gareth back home to Highland, Alasdair and his uncle are both keeping multiple secrets causes problems for everyone involved. Let the annual Highland Games begin. It's a cute summer read.

I’ve really enjoyed the book: the plot is fast paced, not too sugar-y for a romance novel, the characters are very likable and the humor! It is quick, easy, and with a good dose of sarcasm thrown through the story. It reminded me of Diana Gabaldon and her Outlander series, but in a good way, not like all the others novels out there trying so hard to copy Gabaldon’s style.

From one Southern Scot-phile to any others, this story is perfectly charming. Mistaken identities and misunderstandings and accents and feelings abound! I can’t wait for the next installment.

I expect more from books like this than just ok. I want charm and humor and chemistry but unfortunately I found this book lacking in all three. The main characters Isabel and Alasdair had no chemistry but all too quickly end up together. Despite enough plot contrivances to keep them apart there’s no chase or slow boil between them. They just go from being at odds to ending up on top of each other which I found boring. Ironically Isabel is a would be writer whose novels are being rejected for lacking something and that’s how I feel about this novel. It’s very much lacking a spark to make it interesting or exciting. I found it hard to finish.

Fun quick read. A little steamy at times but it didn't deter from the story and is easily just skimmed on through. A romance and a :hook up' turned to romance along with a few secrets- it will keep you entertained. I have never read this author before but would if I wanted to escape with an easy read. Not a lot of in depth characters but they were fun and likeable. Enjoy!
Thanks to the author and publishers for the ARC. I received this book as a complimentary copy for an honest review. The opinions expressed are my own.

When Izzy Buchanan's mother returns from Scotland with a man, Izzy is highly suspicious of his intentions. When his "friend" Alasdair Blackmoor appears, she is on high alert. Are they out to take advantage of the Buchanan's homestead? What is their intention? Totally enjoyable with all things Scottish.

I can`t get my hands on the next book soon enough. It started out kind of slow to build the background of the story but once it was there it held me captive. The push and pull of the main characters had me staying up late just to see how it ends. I read the book in two days because I couldn't put it down. 5 stars all the way! If you are looking for a great romance, this is it.

Isabel has lived in Highland, Georgia all her life. Her family’s home is the setting of the Highland festival. When her mother returns from Scotland with a man, she is beyond surprised and worried. Alasdair is part Scottish and part English, he arrives in Highland looking for his uncle. He thinks Isabel and her mom are after his uncle’s money but they don’t know he’s an Earl of Scotland. Neither trusts the other but once the planning for the festival begins, they start to connect. But will the secrets Alasdair is keeping keep him from the woman he has come to love?
Great story with handsome Scottish men and an accident prone woman. Secrets. Sex and funny.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *

4-4.5 Stars!! Such a great book! I really enjoyed reading about Alasdair and Izzy’s story and Rose and Gareth too! (Older people need love too!!) I wish it was this easy to meet a hot Scot in real life! A lot of the trouble that they all have to deal with is really easily solved, IF they had talked it out- that always frustrates me! I’d like to know more about Izzy and Alasdair in the epilogue! And I’d also like more on how the situation between Izzy and Alasdair and Rose and Gareth is working out but I guess that’s left for book 2!! I definitely recommend this book & I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
*I received this book to read and review at no charge from the publisher and I gave my honest opinion.*

A Highlander Walks into a Bar is a perfect contemporary romance. Full of life and laughter, it follows Izzy and Alasdair as they fall in love after meeting when her mother Rose brings his uncle Gareth back home to Highland, Georgia and Alasdair is sent after him when his mother suspects something is up. Alasdair and his uncle are both keeping multiple secrets, which eventually is bound to blow up in their faces. Both Izzy and Alasdair are suspicious of the motives of the other's relative and then are repeatedly thrown together as Rose and Gareth fall in love. Bickering, mishaps, laughs and tear ensue as they all try to get ready for the annual Highland Games and be honest with each other. The book runs the gamut of emotions and feels real and authentic every step of the way.

This is a sweet, funny ready with relatable characters. I loved the mix of southern atmosphere with Scottish tradition and the growth of both characters together. The added addition of Izzy's mother's love story was great as well.

I wanted to like this book more than I did. There was a lot to like about it- cute setting, cute premise. But, there was a lot to wish had been...more. The characters were not fully developed. Some scenes could have been fleshed out more. More tension would have been nice. The story wrapped up neatly, but maybe a little too nicely? Too easily? My biggest complaint was the amount of telling versus showing. It was hard to get caught up in the story. But, I do think it was a cute story and lots of people will like it, I'm sure!

So, when I read this title, I thought I HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK! I found this book very cute. There is lots of trust issues and secrets. As Izzy and Alasdair get to know each other and open up to each other you can’t help but route for them.
Isabel “Izzy” Buchanan lives at home with her mom. They plan Highlander games for their small town every year. Their plans should start as soon as her mom gets home from her trip to Scotland. But see her mom brought home a surprise. He is a real highlander. Izzy doesn’t know what to do with him and just wants everything to go back to normal now. But then the highlander’s nephew shows up looking for his uncle.
Alasdair Blackmoor has been sent to bring his Uncle back from the crazy American that must be after something more. Alasdair does not trust the American women and starts to do some digging into their background. However, the more time he spends with Izzy the more he likes her. So, he decides to help with the highlander games too. But his digging has set motions moving and events start to happen. Can he correct them before Izzy finds out?


* ARC provided by netgallery for an honest review.