If you like contemporary rom-coms that check the boxes of travel, found family, historical costuming, and unsought quirky mishaps, this will be right up your alley.

For me, it wasn't a complete success because first-person dual point-of-view is always a hard sell for me. It also had a number of romance conventions that, while very common, don't land that well with me -- a lot of repetitive lingering over physical attraction and a fairly cardboard "villain" that didn't add much to the plot.

That said, it was clean and cute, and if you unreservedly enjoy the genre, this one will probably be a good choice.

Thank you to @NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Fiction for providing me the e-Arc in exchange for and honest review.
Some Like It Scot was a cute and wholesome rom-com. It there just wasn't enough spice for my liking. There were also parts that tended to drag for me, taking me out of the plot of the story.
I would recommend this story for readers who like wholesome romances without the spice.
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Cute banter, grumpy, Scotsman, and swoon worthy equals a cute romcom. My only complaint is that it lagged in some spots and sometimes the language was hard to understand therefore I was thankful I was reading on my kindle. Overall I really liked this though and the ending was perfect!

Did not see that this was a "clean" rom-com when I requested this ARC—meaning this was written by a Christian author and there was zero spice and the writing was very religious. The writing was also pretty clunky and juvenile... so it was probably meant for more of a YA audience—which I am not. But if a slow burn with no spice is more your speed go for it Christian girlies!

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Pepper Basham has done it again. She has written another delightful tale that will make you laugh and make you think and might make you cry…or even cry and laugh at the same time! The characters in this book are so rich and real-to-life that one might just wish you could be friends with them. I want to stroll through the countryside in Scotland and come upon Mirren’s shop so I can step inside and have a cuppa and a good chat with Mirren, and maybe meet the knitting ladies. I want to see this glorious estate house that belongs to the MacKerrow family. I want to go fishing or exploring with Lachlan and Wedge. It is simply a delightful tale. Frankly, if I could find a writer who wrote about people and peppered her writing with her own misadventures, I think it would be amazing and I might switch to reading travel writing instead of fiction. Seriously, I did enjoy this book so very much for the lightness and fun it brought. However, I also enjoyed the personal growth and learning that Graeme and Katie both experienced throughout the story. It brings to light a struggle many people have in life, which is listening to the inner monologue of self doubt or what others have projected and said about them, rather than focusing on the person God says they are and who He made them to be. I highly recommend this book. It is a delightful and thought-provoking read with all the usual fun, flair, and swoony moments that Pepper Basham brings to a tale.

This was such a fun book! I read it in one sitting. I just could not put it down. I loved the setting of this book. This story takes place at a Highlands manor house in Scotland. Some Like It Scot follows Katie, a travel writer, and Graeme, a surly native Scot. When Katie learns that her boss is offering her three weeks in Scotland for travel she accepts only to find out that it is an immersive Edwardian experience. She soon finds out that this kind of event may not be her thing. As Katie escapes from her experience she finds out more about the quaint town and its inhabitants. Graeme might just be more than meets the eye.
I actually ended up loving Graeme but I did not know how to feel about him at first. I think he just takes a little bit of getting used to. However, I did really like that this book is dual POV and so I get a look into both of the character's minds. I also really liked the supporting cast for this book. I am always a fan of lovingly nosy family members and matchmaking grandmothers.
This book also deals with faith and the Lord in a way that is beautifully written and honest.
Content: Kisses only
Thank you to NetGalley. These are my honest opinions and I was not required to leave a review.

Pepper Basham has done it again! With characters you can’t help but root for, beautiful faith elements, sizzling romance, and lots of humor, this book checks all the boxes. And the Scotland setting and accents! It was all captured so genuinely that I felt like I was there.

I loved this novel. It was so much fun to read and the characters were so likable! I laughed out loud and kicked my feet the entire time I was reading this novel.

'Some Like It Scot' is nearly perfect. I couldn't put it down, and I didn't want it to end. It is full of fun and seriousness, but with an overarching tone of absolute kindness. The story line is current with a travel podcaster who has a penchant for accidents in an immersive experience on a Scottish island. Her interactions with those at the 'Edwardian' retreat. are humorous, surprising and heartwarming. I literally didn't want this story to end and hope the author could revisit all the delightful characters and locale more in the future. I highly, highly recommend it!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

Katie is a traveling journalist for a magazine and her blog. She became famous for adding a twist to her writing by not only sharing the lives of those she meets on her travels but of all of the misadventures she has a knack for running into on these trips. Her fans love her humor and can't wait to see what Katie will get herself into.

This new assignment has Katie visiting Scotland to be one of the first guests to enjoy an Edwardian Experience for three weeks at the Craighill House, Hosted by the Lennox family. Katie is not the typical woman of this era as she is 6 foot and runs into her first issue with the dresses being too short. Not very ladylike. She also falls onto a very handsome and grumpy Scot on her first day. Graham McKlean isn't too thrilled to have his ancestral home turned into this silly dress-up "Edwardian Experience" for a few weeks, but he needs the money and has to deal with it. And he happens to have to constantly save this silly American who happens to get herself into trouble constantly.


I enjoyed the misadventures and seeing how Katie put a spin on them and just enjoyed them. But we learn that Katie has a reason to want to travel and that it's good to have a home base. Home may not always look like what some envision, it's a feeling. Katie and Graham's traumas are relateable and refreshing to read. I enjoyed reading this story and wish to visit the beautiful Scotland.

Thank you Thomas Nelson Fiction for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Scotland is my soul's home so any book that represents it well, is beautiful to me. I fell in love with Mull (I even researched how much it would cost to go there!) The characters in this book were wonderful; fully fleshed out, rich, and flawed. The story was both humourous and deep, with plenty of puns and struggles. This is definitely one of my favorite Pepper Basham books. An absolute delight!

This book had so many elements that I absolutely loved, from the swoon-worthy banter to the stunning Highland setting.

Katie Campbell is such a relatable character—funny, adventurous, and full of questions about where she truly belongs. And Graeme—a brooding, selfless Scot who is too busy taking care of everyone else to think about his own happiness. The dynamic between Katie and Graeme is amazing! Their witty back-and-forth had me grinning, and their chemistry was undeniable. Honestly, it felt like a perfect match—two people who didn’t even realize what they were missing until they found each other.

And speaking of Graeme’s family… I adored them! His mother, Mirren, is the kind of warm, loving presence you’d wish for in your own life, and his nephew, Lachlan, is just the sweetest. The family dynamics made the story even richer, and I’d honestly love a spin-off about Graeme’s brother, Calum!

The setting was another highlight for me. Experiencing Mull through Katie’s eyes was such a treat—Pepper Basham’s vivid descriptions made me feel like I was right there, exploring the rolling green hills and historic sites alongside her. It added so much depth to the book and made me want to book a trip to Scotland ASAP.

That said, there were a couple of things that didn’t quite work for me. I was definitely hoping for a little more spice between Katie and Graeme. Their connection was amazing, but I missed the little moments of physical tension—some more kissing, touching, or just an extra spark to amp up the romance. Later, I realized that Pepper Basham is a Christian author, which explained the lack of steam. While I don’t mind faith being part of a story, it felt a bit randomly inserted here rather than naturally woven into the plot. It just didn’t add much for me.

Overall, though, I really enjoyed this book! It’s a heartwarming, feel-good read with lovable characters and a gorgeous setting. If you love slow-burn romance, Scottish charm, and found-family themes, this one’s for you. And Pepper Basham, if you’re reading this—can we please get Calum’s story next?

Many thanks to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Fiction for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Oh my word, Pepper Basham has such a gift for storytelling. In her newest book, Some Like It Scot, I was so charmed, heartstrings thoroughly pulled with emotion and love and glorious descriptions of the Scottish countryside. And with Pepper’s books there is always laughter ;)

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. The opinions expressed are completely my own.

Loved it! Pepper Basham creates delightfully charming characters in this sweet, clean rom-com that takes place in Scotland.

I fell in love with Mull, the island where Katie Campbell finds herself on an assignment as a travel writer. She is a tall, red-headed, and a little clumsy and finds herself in all kinds of mis-adventures (which is also the names of her travel writing persona). Similar to another beloved book “Austenland”, Katie and a handful of other guests are staying for the full Edwardian experience, complete with outfits and time period activities and even food!

We also meet Graeme, a Mull native who is quite a bit of a grump. Of course, we find that he is a lovable grump and finds himself, whether he wants to or not, bumping into Katie and her clumsy misadventures!

I loved the banter and the sweet storylines of both characters. They had depth and left you rooting them on. The side characters were just as fun, from those on the Edwardian experience to Graeme’s family members and the locals (especially the grannies at the bookshop!)!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC ebook to review. All thoughts are my own.

A fun enough romantic comedy, but I found myself skimming through it and not really missing anything. Didn't love how it got religious.

Some Like it Scot made me want to immediately book a trip to Scotland! Katie Campbell is a travel writer who has gained a following through her many misadventures, but a lengthy project in Scotland where it’s three weeks in a Scottish manor for an Edwardian Experience has her rethinking everything—especially the grumpy Scotsman she keeps running into, Graeme. Katie is just such a gem—she’s been trying to figure out what she wants and she loves her career, but I get why this Scottish town stole her heart. The characters were all so charming (except Mark, who was so frustrating and unprofessional, but he was her competition, so it’s a character you weren’t supposed to like anyway lol). I loved the sweeping descriptions of the setting, I loved the small town vibes, and I loved the banter and chemistry of Graeme and Katie. This is a clean romance, and it is a Christian romance, which I didn’t notice when I requested the ARC. Graeme and Katie compliment each other so well, they challenge each other and I loved how their relationship encouraged their emotional growth. This is a story of family and finding yourself and it’s just really endearing!

Cute story. I enjoyed everything about Scotland, and its scenery, found family vibes, and also Mirren and Lachlan as characters.
Can't say I loved the rest. The romance between Katie and Graeme didn't play on my heartstrings. The Edwardian experience part was kind of pointless. Allison coming back was very weird.

2.5 stars from me.
Thank you NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Fiction for this ARC.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

this review will include spoilers.

In the early pages of this book, I thought about stopping reading because I was having a hard time reading an accent and knowing what they were saying. However I stuck it out and it improved. Part of me felt like things were excessive for the misadventures for Katie which makes sense for her brand, but I also wanted to see more of certain situations. For example Mark's false article made a huge stir and then later it was given one line to say he was kicked out. I wanted to see the justice of that situation. I wanted to see Mrs. Lennox's reaction in realizing that Katie was a more ethical writer and seeing Mark fall in grace. Then Allison could have stirred up more trouble and it was very minor.

One of my favorite things was Katie's tagline along the lines of turn your misadventures into some of your best adventures. I almost wish we could have had more understanding of changing that mindset for something going wrong and how it can turn out well.

I plan to share this title on my instagram on Monday, April 7th at www.instagram.com/robinashleyreads

Drawn in by the synopsis and cover design, I secured an advance review copy through NetGalley.

This being my first experience with this author’s writing, I found the storyline surprisingly engaging. Katie is a lovable and sweet woman, although she is accident prone. The probability of her falling, spilling, tripping or the like is higher than anyone else, as calamities seem to find her. That she’s a widely traveling vlogger/writer with this issue is quite entertaining. There’s always a reason behind keeping a hectic schedule, and Katie’s was emotional. Ironically, that was precisely why she was so perfect for Graeme.

Graeme, a grumpy Scot, has ample justification for his mood. His behavior was completely understandable, and I loved seeing him be Katie’s hero, even if he seemed put out about it. (He wasn’t… not really!) This book resonated with me deeply because of the relatable characters and their search for belonging. The author’s painting of the Highlands’ landscape and the spiritual connections woven into its depiction moved me. The romantic connection between the two is strong and unmistakable, even without many steamy scenes. I loved the grand gesture and HEA, and finished the book feeling content.

I enjoyed this book, but I’m left wanting more of this author’s writing and am excited to read her other books. I really liked this book and author, and am happy to give it an honest review.

Basham is one author I will always grab as soon as humanly possible for a new publication. With that in mind, I *suppose* there is the risk that one day one of her books will disappoint. Today is not that day! In classic Basham style, she takes us on another Scottish love story kept me chuckling, shaking my head and relating a tad too much to sweet, bumbling Katie. The story lays out some hard realities like imperfect and messy family dynamics, doubts about who we truly are, where we belong and what :home" even means, A reflective and relatable rollercoaster that is, of course, wrapped up in swoonworthy adventures and humor, Basham's latest book is a heart "Aye, lass!" from me!