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Hit Me With Your Best Scot

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I requested to read and review this book St. Martin Publishing Company. Suzanne Enoch has another great book! Has a European setting. This book has romance, mystery, humor and life lessons! Coll is a take charge kind of guy and will get the job done anyway he can. Persephone don't underestimate her there is more to her then what you think! The whole MacTaggert clan will check you laughing and wondering what is going to happen next!

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Not my favorite Suzanne Enoch. Normally I find her books to be so fun, but I just couldn't connect with Coll and Persie. There didn't really seem to be a spark between the characters. Plus the resolution at the end seemed a bit like a cop out, and just wasn't very fleshed out. I still love Suzanne, but her Scottish books are not my favorites. I wish she would write more things in the vein of the Lessons in Love series.

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This was a very enjoyable book. Very funny and fast paced. I haven't read the other books in this series, but it didn't impact on this story at all. I will definitely be going back to the others.

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From the start you know who Coll is going to marry in end. The journey to that point is bumpy and full of surprised. I like the characters. Persephone seems to be a great character and I'm glad she isn't going to give up her dreams after she gets married. This was a fun quick read.

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This book was very entertaining from the start! I enjoyed the bantering between the family members. The heroine is an actress that has a secret. The hero is a Scot who needs to marry an English woman right now. The hero's mother and father are estranged because of their pride. They fought and the mother took the daughters and the father took the sons and they were raised seperate, except for a couple of visits. The mother controls the money and says she will relinquish the control of the money if her sons all marry before the last daughter marries. And that wedding is scheduled for 30 days away. So the family goes to the theater and the Scot sees an actress who treats him in a sassy way. The same actress is trying to fight off a problem suitor who is trying to have his way and the hero saves her. He then goes to the theater every night to escort her to his carriage. But not to her home, because she has a secret.
I love an HEA, but the way there is always the main interest for me. This story is very well written, with a clear plots and sub-plots. They are clearly a family with familial bickering and supporting each other. The hero and heroine were well written with development and very likeable traits. The story was continuous with very little dead space. There were not any spelling errors that I noticed. I give this book 5 stars and recommend reading.

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I haven't read the first two books in this series, but that didn't prove an impediment at all. This stands on its own, even though it hints at the storylines from the first two books. This was an enjoyable romp of a book. Both main characters have some depth, and while it did fall somewhat under insta-love, the author did an admirable job of making the relationship about more than just lust and looks.

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Thoroughly entertaining and humorous story with the added bonus of an intriguing mystery twist which all come together for such a pleasurable to read. Absolutely love both characters. Their maturity, boldness, strong-willed and bodacious personalities make them a very well matched couple. I love this writing style for this genre. It was so good, I didn't want it to end but when it did it left me with warm feelings of happiness and a big smile of joy!

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Who doesn’t love a great Scottish historical romances. Amazing read with a storyline that draws you in and keeps you there. And characters that are engaging and captivating. I couldn’t put it down I had to see how the story would play out. I’m always happy when I get a new book from this author. Can’t wait for the next book

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This book was super cute. Coll and Persephone were a lot of fun and had great chemistry when they were together. The hijinks and situations were fun and amusing. I very much enjoyed Coll and his family and their story and totally understood. It took me a little longer with Persephone because her motivations were often a bit hidden and not fully explained always. I think there wasn't quite enough space for her because there was so much world and backstory with Coll. It probably could've been like fifty pages longer to accommodate all it needed to balance it. However, what is there is fun and enjoyable and while things between them might seem fast they are still fun and, again, cute, and a good read.

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A fan of Suzanne Enoch and her novels, I was very interested in reading the story of Coll MacTaggert, the Viscount Glendarril’s story. Coll is the oldest of the MacTaggert highlander brothers who really does not like to be told anything that he wishes not to do…especially having leading strings around his neck by his English mother who is determined to have all of her son’s wedded to save their lands. Taking matters in his own hands, he believes he’s discovered the Englishwoman of his dreams, however is the play on words “Englishwoman or English Lady” good enough for his mother.

His challenge and match for an Englishwoman…Mrs. Persephone Jones as other women of society have steered clear of this very masculine highlander. Persie, the heroine of this story is a famous, wealthy and independent English Lady who has turned to acting to protect her life and gain her inheritance. Her plans did not start out wanting marriage and including her handsome McBeth (aka Coll), but with the sexy allure of this MacTaggert brother on her heals, it made it impossible for her to resist the sexy, Scottish rogue.

This the third book in the series, I did find it lacking a bit from the others. Although there were some twists and mystery, it was not developed enough in the story which had me rating this a 3.5/rounded to 4 instead of a spot on 4 stars. As Coll was the elder of the sons, I was looking for a much more intense romance between him and the lady of his choice…as he was so headstrong against marrying.

The book was enjoyable and the banter between the characters was refreshing in the story. I do love when the relationship and chemistry between the hero/heroine mesh well together and how the family all pulled together to protect the heroine. Highly recommend the series as a read.

Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for this ARC in exchange for my fair and honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed are completely my own.

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I would like to start with thanking NetGalley and St. Martin's for sending me "Hit Me With Your Best Scot" to read and provide an unbiased review. In this case, I owe both organizations for introducing a delightful 'new to me' author in Suzanne Enoch and by default gifting me a week of laughter and pure joy as I dove into the world of "The Wild Wicked Highlanders".

First out the gate readers should know that "Hit Me With Your Best Scot" is the capstone entry in "The Wild Wicked Highlanders" trilogy series. While it could be read alone, I would recommend reading this particular trilogy in order from the start to gain optimal enjoyment as each story is interlinked and picks up directly where the last left off with the total time span covered in the three novels being approximately 8 weeks of crazy back to back hijinks as three "wild" highlander brothers are set lose on London to hunt for brides before their youngest sister marries, triggering them losing access to their family's wealth. I was very glad that while I was sent the final book to read, that I paused for the extra time to get my hands on the first two (also having fabulous pun titles) books of the series and read them first.

That being said this final book appropriately centers around the drama of Coll, the oldest and final MacTaggert brother, to find a bride. As the oldest, he bares the most weight to not fail, as he holds the title and is heir to the Scotish Earl Aldriss, and responsibility for the livelihoods of their cotter, villagers, herdsmen, farmers, and their families. So of course this is the perfect time leverage the inappropriate match trope a.k.a. the star-crossed lovers story in a novel that circles around Shakespearean plays and the theater, as Coll falls for Mrs. Persephone Jones, famous London actress. "Hit Me With Your Best Scot" is the best kind of romp in the fact that it has a little bit of something for everyone: forbidden love, family drama, mystery murder plots, hot Scots, wedding deadlines, and a badly dressed stag named Rory.

I am giving this one an incredibly hard to earn 5 stars. Put ""Hit Me With Your Best Scot" and the entire "The Wild Wicked Highlanders" series on your TBR list and Suzanne Enoch on your watch list.

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Another great read by Suzanne Enoch and a satisfying ending to the Wild Wicked Highlander series. Enoch created a perfect heroine in Persephone/Temperance to complement the hero, Coll MacTaggert, Viscount Glendarril, Two strong, well-written characters find that bending will not break them as they find love in this final book of a very enjoyable trilogy. You don't have to read the first two to enjoy this novel; but for those of us who have, you will not be disappointed in the reappearance of characters from the previous books and in the resolution of the family conflicts that have plagued the characters throughout.

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I liked this book a lot - Suzanne Enoch writes wonderfully crafted, funny, and emotional historicals. This family is fascinating and over-the-top - as you would expect a clan of highlanders unleashed on London to be. I will say, this was the first book I've read in this series - and perhaps I shouldn't have started there. I think I would have loved Coll more had I witnessed some of the scenes from the prior book.

In brief, the MacTaggert's parents separated when Coll was young. Lady Aldriss took her infant daughter, the youngest of her four children, and left her husband when he refused to compromise with her for any time at all spent in London. She agreed, however, to keep supporting her husband's lands as long as her sons married English women before her daughter married the man of her choosing. All of Coll's brothers have found English women to love and Coll is the only one left. He hasn't found any woman he likes, let alone wants to court. Running from his mothers latest matchmaking, he hides backstage and meets Persephone Jones. The darling of the London stage. Persephone is definitely more than she appears. She is a talented actress and a chameleon - changing her looks constantly to avoid recognition. Now her life is in danger from an unknown person. Coll vows to be her protector and wants to use her to torture his mother. Persephone offers to help Coll tell which ladies like him for him - so that he can find a wife. It is, of course, clear that Persephone and Coll are meant for each other.

Coll is funny and over-the-top and passionate about Persephone. Persephone is practical, kind, and very much the diva she deserves to be. This is definitely a fun, wild ride to read!

I think you would adore it more if you read the entire series - but I still recommend it even if you haven't!

I received this as an ARC from NetGalley, but these opinions are all my own.

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We finally get “The Mountain’s” story! Coll MacTaggert regretfully comes to see his mother in London, for the good of his clansman. As their future leader he is well aware of how much they depend on the financial benefits that his English mother provides but he has no desire to wed a “hothouse flower” like her just because of some contract. And then he meets the perfect solution, actress Persephone Jones. Persephone may be in high demand on the acting scene, but an actress as his wife will certainly outsmart his mother. And what happens when a pretend courtship starts to become real? Along the way we discover that all is not it seems with Persephone. Add in a bit of mystery, a lot of heat, and best of all some Highlanders and you have a recipe for an intriguing courtship. While Coll’s story is the last of the MacTaggert brothers (all of which are quite enjoyable too) you do not need to read the others to enjoy this book, although you will have a bit more understanding. I admit I am sad to see these crazy Highlander’s go as the characters are hilarious and entertaining. And the females are no fainting flowers. 5 stars must read. I received an arc copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher for my honest review.

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Hit me with your Best Scot was a delightful, modern tale despite it being a historical romance. Our hero is the fierce eldest son Coll MacTaggert, reluctantly called to London by his English mother. He and his brothers have been told that in order to inherit the money they need to restore their family’s holdings in Scotland, they must each marry an English woman.
Coll is the last to marry and his intention is to find a woman he can at least tolerate to get the money he needs, and leave England.
Instead, he finds himself intrigued and captivated by the current darling of the theater, Persephone Jones .
I liked Coll a lot- he was brash but loving and loyal- stubborn but open, and funny as well.
There’s a lot going on in the book- who is Persephone Jones really? And why is someone looking to kill her?
We also finally understand the reasons behind Coll’s mother’s flight to England all those years ago, leaving her sons behind.
But what appealed most was the romance between Coll and Persie. They were both mature, experienced adults, and the love that blooms between them felt honest. I really liked that Persie owned her sexuality and that Coll wasn’t intimidated by that but reveled in it. The sexy times were hot- reminding me why Suzanne Enoch is one of my favorite go-to authors. Fiercely independent women, complex, masculine heroes and humor make this a book you’ll read in one day.!

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Enoch wraps up the MacTaggert brothers' story strong—Coll and Persephone are fantastic together. Coll is a gem, and delightfully not entitled about his relationship with Persephone and what he expects from her, from the get-go. Persephone is strong, fun, and talented, and maintains her independence well, not caving in unnecessarily but also not being stupid about her safety or the safety of others. She's a great leading lady—and I loved all the Shakespeare thrown in. To be honest, my favorite part was Gavin, the MacTaggerts' groom. He's just an absolute delight of a side character, and I'd even have liked a bit more of him.

The one thing that this book had against it is that there was quite a bit of wrapping up to do with the series as a whole (i.e. the family drama) which took away from the time that could be dedicated to Coll and Persephone's arc. This perhaps pushed the two of them into a friends-with-benefits situation and then into a relationship a little too quickly, or rather, without quite enough buildup. Persephone's backstory felt a little underplayed as well.

Overall, a very enjoyable read. Also, that cover, though!

I received a digital advanced copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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ARC received for review

I'm really sad I missed the first two books cause I'm sure they were as great at this one. And I won't be buying the ebook when it's priced at $7.99

Coll wasn't looking for a wife at the theater but he found Persephone. She wasn't looking for anything either. True love sneaks up on both of them while a bad guy attempts to kill her. Loved her secret. I just wanted an epilogue several years in the future to look in on all the siblings.

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I was excited to return to the Wild Wicked Highlanders series to read about Coll MacTaggert's adventure finding a wife before time ran out. I loved how he was so straight forward and spoke his mind. I loved the interactions with Persephone. They were very witty, strong, intelligent characters.. All the characters in the novel are wonderful. It was a very entertaining read and I was very curious to find out who was behind the attempts on Persephone's life. A great read!

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Coll must marry but falls for an actress. I like the book title, catching and had me humming. I liked the characters and the story line. This series has been a fun one. Scots crashing the ton scene of London was just too delicious to miss. I like the determination to wear their kilts. A good ending to the mystery of who wants to kill the actress. I enjoyed the book.

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Suzanne Enoch is remarkable. "Hit me with Your Best Scot," is remarkable.
Persephone Jones, an actress seems to be having some trouble with someone trying to hurt, or perhaps even kill her. Coll MacTaggert has become not only her protector, but also her very good friend. Together,  they learn what the other means to them and the intensity of their devotion to one another. A beautiful love story!

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