Slow burn
Finding yourself
Banter

This was a cute easy read with a lot of dialogue and finding yourself


Thank you NetGalley for the arc!

Some like it Scot

If you are looking for a laugh out loud story definitely read this book. From the very first scene this book is so enjoyable. Katie is in Scotland as a travel writer/blogger. Katie meets Graeme and his family. There is pretty scenery, adventures, romance, family, and rivalry. So many great scenes in the book. Some are funny and some are very touching.

I received an advanced copy of the book from NetGalley. This book review is my own opinion.

This was a sweet slow burn with a great setting and tremendous character growth!

I really enjoyed both of the main characters and i appreciated that it took legitimate time for them to connect and fall in love.

I enjoyed the banter and all the misadventures in Scotland!

Y'all, I LOVED this book! From the storyline to Katie to being immersed into Scotland to Graeme. This is the second book I've read from this author and I will be reading more. The story was never slow and we get to see the characters develop overtime. I loved seeing Katie grow and all of her antics. It made me want to go explore Scotland and see the green and mountains she talks about. The romance is clean and there is a faith element to it. I highly recommend it!

Thank you to NetGalley and Pepper Basham for allowing me to read this book!

I really appreciated that this novel was slow burn, no insta which is not believable and clean. No smut. There were emotions, but no bedroom views. It was slow, especially in the beginning.

I received an ARC in exchange for a fair review. These opinions are my own.

I absolutely loved this novel!⭐️

It gave me moments of pure serenity and joy, which is exactly what I needed. This book is perfect for anyone looking to escape for a while and clear their mind. I found myself laughing out loud because of the charming protagonists, and I really appreciated how the story unfolded. The setting was enchanting, and the atmosphere created in the book made me feel like I was right there, immersed in it all.

One small suggestion would be to add a bit more dialogue. It would have been nice to gain a deeper insight into the characters' personalities and backgrounds. But that’s just a minor detail in an otherwise wonderful story!

I highly recommend this book to anyone who’s in the mood for a heartwarming and delightful read.

P.S.: After finishing it, I couldn't help but dream of a trip to Scotland! :)

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.”

A cozy contemporary romance with all the Scottish vibes and low spice. Loved the FMC and MMC getting to know each other as they navigate life after loss. Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced copy.

No smut
Slow burn
I don't really like books that have an accent in it. Does that make sense?
Nothing really happens in this book to me. Or I just didn't pay attention enough

I was privileged to receive an early copy of Some Like it Scot from the publisher through NetGalley, and was enthralled with the grumpy hero and accident-prone heroine. These two main characters, Graeme and Katie, were a perfect fit, and when you add in Graeme's lovable family, including a precocious young boy, you have a fabulous story full of wit and wonder. I'm really hoping Graeme's brothers are going to get stories of their own. Oh! The knitting circle at his mother's bookstore is fabulous, too. These characters jump off the page—they're so lifelike.

I'll be honest, I was initially a little put-off by the Edwardian era adventure Katie attends at Craighill House. With the book being set in my ancestral Scotland, I would've preferred something with a Scottish theme, but somehow Pepper Basham pulled it off. Hilarious comical moments abounded thanks to Katie's klutsy but lovable nature and a parrot named Merlin.

So far, I've read The Mistletoe Countess, The Cairo Curse, The Juliet Code in her Freddie and Grace Mysteries series. Authentically Izzy, Positively Penelope, and Loyally Luke in her Skymar series. I also read Just the Way You Are and Jane by the Book. As long as Pepper Basham keeps writing books, I'll keep reading them.

I enjoyed the humor in the story as well as the way the main character Katie comes to accept and value herself in a different way. The first person narration made me feel like I really knew her. Of course the setting in Scotland was a huge plus to the story and added a lot of interest. Grumpy Graeme was perfect for the story as a romantic interest. Overall a solid offering by Pepper Basham.

Katie & Graeme’s journey to happily ever wasn’t an easy one, but worth it. I loved their banter and chemistry.

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

For Katie, mishaps and misadventures follow her all over the world and have made her a wildly popular travel writer. When the opportunity arises for a trip to her grandfather’s native land of Scotland, she is quick to accept. Katie's time in Scotland gives her plenty of content to write about. But she never envisioned the way she would connect to this beautiful, rugged land. Something is so different about this place than any other country she has visited. Something that resonates deep within her soul and leaves her longing for "home". She never put her roots down in one place for long but will a handsome Scot and his wonderful family change her life forever? Finding a forever home is something she has only dreamed about. Is this the place of belonging her wandering soul has been looking for?

I usually really enjoy Pepper Basham's books but unfortunately, this book took me a really long time to get into. While some parts of the story were exciting, some of them were very slow and drug out for me.

The Scottish dialect took a little bit to get accustomed to, but once I did, it really did enhance the feel of the book. Also the author did a wonderful job with her word pictures and descriptions of Scotland. It felt very realistic and sounds like a place I would love to visit!

* I received an ARC of this book fromNetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own!

Pepper Basham outdid her spectacular writing performance with this book, Some Like it Scot. This book was the perfect blend of Scottish nostalgic coziness mixed with a humorous, modern, love story. I greatly enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who loves Scotland, romance, and humor. I give this book 5 stars for enjoyability. I received a complimentary review copy of this book.

It's a 5 🌟 read!
The inclusion of Scottish phrases delighted me and provided a glimpse into Scotland, which I always find enriching. Then add a handsome Scottish man, yes, please!

I thoroughly enjoyed this heartwarming and uplifting story. With just a few charming kisses, it delivered a sense of depth that truly resonated. The themes of navigating past loss while growing in faith and personal growth were beautifully portrayed. It emphasized the importance of opening oneself to love and discovering that not everyone will disappoint you; the right person will inevitably come along. I appreciated the representation of a loving family, which added so much to the narrative.

The witty and playful banter throughout kept me engaged, making it an outstanding read overall. Thank you @thomasnelson @netgalley for the eARC.

4.5 Stars

{Thank you to @netgalley and to Thomas Nelson for my gifted e-copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.}

Katie is an infamously accident prone, American travel writer, who has been tasked with covering a three-weeks-long “Edwardian experience” in Scotland. Of course, upon reaching the attraction’s destination, Craighill House, Katie meets a handsome, seemingly grumpy Scot in hilarious meet-cute fashion.

What an absolutely adorable book! I couldn’t have loved Katie or Graeme more, and the rest of the characters on the island were so charming. I really hope that we get more stories about Graeme’s family someday. (Please, Pepper, please!)

This sweet/clean romance is more than a romance–it’s also an exploration of home and grief. I love it when an author can explore and discuss deep topics while telling a fun story.

If you’re looking for a clean romance full of witty banter, an amazing and scenic setting, laugh-out-loud funny moments, family, light faith themes, and an absolutely PERFECT ENDING, look no further.

On another note, I sort of want a Highland Cow now.

Highly recommend!

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Fiction for a free digital copy of Some Like It Scot by Pepper Basham.

MC, Katie Campbell, travels the world as a writer and podcaster. However, she's never really had a place to call home after the loss of her grandparents. Katie is a very relatable character. She's clumsy, awkward, silly, self-conscious, but kind. She travels to Scotland for work to experience an Edwardian reenactment experience. There she meets a grumpy Scot named Graeme. I truly enjoyed this clean, sweet and lovable romance. I likewise enjoyed the Scottish setting. It made me want to visit like Katie. This is a fun quick read, and I totally recommend it if you're looking for a book to make you smile. This was my first book by Pepper Basham. I loved it and can't wait to read more!

There were two major reasons why I wanted to read this book. The first being that it was written by Pepper Basham who is one of my go to authors, you know the who you want to read each and every book that they write. And the second reason being that in 1997 if I traveled to Scotland with 36 members of my family and I wanted to see if Ms. Basham mentions any of those places we visited while we were there. And she does mention a few of those places. But it also made me long to go back and go to some of the other things that she talks about. And I'm so thankful that I have a book that will take me there since I don't like to fly.

I found myself reading this book with my very poor Scottish brogue, but I just couldn't help myself. And I can't wait to listen to the audiobook once it is released, I just hope that they have a good reader, and someone's brogue is better than mine. I would love to see this book made into a series and maybe a meeting with the Edgewood's of the Skymore books.

Thanks to Net Galley, Thomas Nelson and Pepper Basham for allowing me to read an advance copy of this wonderful book.

This novel offers an irresistible combination of wanderlust, romance, and self-discovery, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Katie Campbell, a restless travel writer, embarks on a three-week Edwardian experience in Craighill House and finds more than just material for her next article. The story promises both a physical and emotional journey as Katie navigates themes of belonging, grief, and love. Ultimately, this story seems like more than just a romance; it’s an exploration of the many ways we define "home" and find our place in the world.

Some like it Scot had me laughing out loud at travel writer , Katie’s mishaps . She really has a knack to get into crazy situations which makes her stories so real, honest and hilarious .

Katie goes to a Scottish house for an Edwardian three week experience . She dreads going as it’s really not her “cup of tea” . She continues to run into Graeme really everywhere she goes . Probably because his family own the home she is staying at .
Graeme is a large , gentle Scottish man with an awesome endearing family that draws Katie quickly in.

The story was fabulous keeping my attention and interest the entire time . Well done !

Thank you to Netgalley for a download in exchange for an unbiased review .

omg!! i honestly didn’t think i would this book that much but it was so good. Katie was so easy to relate especially since we’re both free spirited and love traveling!! i adore this definitely gonna check other books from this author