Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book. I have chosen to write this honest review voluntarily and it reflects my personal opinion.
I really enjoyed the last book in this romantic series. This book concentrates on new characters whilst maintaining the inclusion of Olivia as the main character threaded through each of the stories. I thought the new storyline in this book was good and particularly liked Judd, the 'odd' plantsman, who has his own struggles. However, once again there are such numerous mentions of musicians and songs (and 'Mother Swift') that I felt as though I was reading a playlist recommendation. The storyline in this book lent itself to a similar thread of films and actors until I felt as though the removal of these titles would have saved pages and pages of padding. The excellent atmosphere created by this author raised my rating from 3 to 4.

Ooooohhhh I just love all the drama! It was great to catch up with everyone at the castle again, and I loved learning about Judd. He is such a great character and described really well, my favourite quote from him is when he describes himself to Esme as a ‘neurospicy bloke’. It was so great to see ADHD represented and handled so great.

I loved meeting Esme and learning her story, the drama! Lots of twists and turns. Rhys was a character, and as a parent of adult children I could really identify with her parents, and how they just wanted to protect her, but in doing so they were stifling her.

The dynamic between Zach and Judd over their feelings for Esme was interesting to read and I liked the growing friendship as she discovered more about each of them. I have to say Judd is a cutie and I love that he gives the correct flowers for the occasion. And the ending was amazing.

Feel good fiction, light hearted and easy going reading.

The story follows Esme Cassidy whose dealing with a trifector of problems; a sudden rough breakup, the necessary moving back in with the parents and undergoing a bit of a career crisis in terms of what she thinks she wants (acting hopes and dreams) and what she believes to be realistic (anything but acting).

Then turns up a role as PA to Lady Olivia at Drumblair Castle, where she eventually finds a cottage to live and be independent and an am dram group to live out her acting ambitions.

The cottage, rather fortuitously, already has a tenant. Meet Judd, a good looking and really rather decent guy, groundskeeper for the castle estate and who seems to have taken to Esme immediately. And it's while Esme is still reeling from, and dealing with, her horrible break up that we see Judd shine as the considerate and bolstering support Esme is need of.

Then things get glamorous. Hollywood comes to Drumblair and a film begins to be shot in its confines. This bring loads 2 key characters, the handsome and picture perfect Zach (who also happens to be Esme's teenage crush!) and his leading goddess come actress Lucille - the films leads. The former takes to Esme, the latter most certainly doesn't. This begins a difficult series of 4 way miscommunications and deliberate misdirections.

These 4 main characters each have their own little bit of trouble before things slowly work themselves out. I loved the use of flowers to describe feelings which can be hard to say out loud. The story moved along nicely and, although arguably predictable in its ending, was thoroughly enjoyable to read. The supporting characters, and storylines, of Parker and Esme's parents helped fill out the story.

This is the first novel by this author I've read, and going on this book I'd definitely read another. If you're looking for a good light hearted holiday read, or just something to escape into of an evening I think this fits the bill. It's no thought-provoking drama or Penguin classic, but it's easy to pick up and get lost in if getting away from it all is what you're after.

Esme Cassidy wants to be an actress more than anything and owning Drumblair Castle but her parents who are overprotective want her to find a more traditional career path. She takes a career working as the PA for Lady Olivia, the owner of Drumblair Castle itself and the castle becomes a film set for a movie where Esme meets her teenage heartthrob who is an actor in the film.
Esme moves in with a staff member living on the castle grounds and the heartstrings are pulled from one to the other but when her ex turns up, the sparks fly in more ways than one.

Will Esme get her happy ending with a Knight in Shining Armour and her dream career? Just wait and see ….

I love this series by the author and couldn’t wait to meet new characters and catch up with much loved ones from the previous books.

I honestly thought I knew how the love story part of the book was going to go but I was pleasantly surprised. The author has a way of reeling us in very quickly and keeping us there. So much so I read this book in one sitting.

I absolutely loved the setting. As always the author shows her love of Scotland throughout the book. Roll on the next one.

Many thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley for providing a copy for review.

This book was sent to me electronically by Netgalley for review. Thanks to the publisher for the copy. What a gorgeous book! The author has a great gift for characterisation - fantastic , interesting, believable people.

Esme has dreamed of being a star since she was small, but life didn't work out that way for her. She finds herself working as a PA to Lady Olivia, owner of Drumclair Castle, where a Hollywood blockbuster is being filmed. Will watching behind the scenes, and starring in a local am dram production scratch Esme's acting itch?

A lovely gentle romance, along with stories of friendship and broken hearts. A wonderful series, and this is a great new installment - I enjoyed revisiting the castle and old favourite characters, watching relationships grow and change. A must read author and series for me.

I received a free copy of, Shooting Stars over the Highlands, by Lisa Hobman, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Esme Cassidy has always wanted to be an actress, but her parents would not let her, her other dream was to own Drumblair Castle. Esme gets a job at Drumblair Castle, and their are rumors a show might be filmed their. Maybe Esme dreams will come true. This was a good read.

Thank you to the publisher for the earc!

First of all, I did not know that this book is part of a series. Hopefully I didn't spoil too many things for myself.

It was a quick and easy romance, a perfect choice between 2 heavier fantasy books. I loved Esme, but her parents were a bit too overprotective. She's an adult, she spent a year travelling on the other side of the world, there's no need for all that coddling.

The romance was a bit of a surprise for me, I thought it's gonna be simple, but we got a love triangle-like thing. But I do understand Esme's choice, as we learnt nothing about the other guy. I spent an embarrassingly long time thinking "I'm sure of her pick, but why would she do it, as she doesn't even know him?!" The ending was a bit cheesy for me, it was too perfect for my taste.

My only regret is that we barely saw anything of the Highlands. It was the biggest motivation for me to read this book, so I was a bit disappointed.

Though a big plus for the Swiftie characters!

Overall, if you need a cute romance with Shakespeare, a Scottish castle,

This is my first Lisa book but I've been wanting to read this series for some time, and I will now be going back and reading the rest of the series. In the latest visit to Drumblair Castle we meet Esme, who you can't help but love as she's so warm, and feel for her after her heart is broken in the worse possible way.

But taking a new job as a PA, sends her on a journey full of love, happiness, dreams, Hollywood and how things can change in a heartbeat for the better.

I can't wait to read the next Lisa book because her books are unputdownable and I read this in less than forty eight hours.

Oh my I love this one is so heart felt and romantic with judd and his flowers and Esme learning what they mean.
I'm so happy with how it ended and that Esme got to act in a film.

4.25⭐️ – Cozy, Magical, and Heartwarming

Shooting Stars over the Highlands is a truly cozy and magical read. ✨ The setting is beautifully described, making the Scottish Highlands and the grand castle feel immersive and enchanting. 🏰 The story unfolds naturally, keeping just enough mystery without giving everything away too soon. Esme’s journey—balancing past heartbreak, family dynamics, and an unexpected reunion with her teenage crush—adds depth while keeping things light and heartwarming. ❤️

The character connections feel genuine, and the romance is sweet, making this a lovely escape. While it’s not a top favorite, it’s still a wonderful read that delivers comfort, charm, and a touch of magic. If you love atmospheric, feel-good romances, this one is worth picking up! 💫

A Scottish castle is the setting for this sweet, romantic tale, which makes for the perfect setting to escape for a few hours while you read.

Nothing extraordinary happened but it didn't need to. Shooting Stars over the Highlands is a feel-good book for romcom/Hallmark lovers everywhere (with maybe a few too many Taylor Swift references), but it's a good time nonetheless.

Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This was such a good book. I loved the story and the writing so much. The characters were great and the story flowed smoothly. Will definitely read more books by this author in the future.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for this ARC.

Esme, short for Esmeralda, 23, works as a PA for Lady Olivia at Drumblair Castle. She is nursing a heartache from when Rhys left her while at the airport returning to Scotland. Drumblair Castle is being used as a film location and Esme meets Zach, an actor she had a crush on years ago. But there is also Judd who works in the grounds as a gardener and has ADHD. And then Rhys is back...

This is book 4 in the Highlands series but can be read as a standalone. This is a nice story with a lovely cover but it's rather predictable and apart from miscommunication and a bit of fake dating, nothing interesting happens. It is a sweet cosy escapist romance that is well-written and can be read in a day. Just don't expect anything out of the ordinary.

3.25 stars

A continuation of the story at this beautiful Scottish castle. This time we follow PA Esme during the filming of a movie on the castle grounds. She meets Zach who is a famous actor sh had a teen crush on and also gardener Zach who makes room for her to move in to step out on her own. An enjoyable story. Zach is neurodivergent and this was handled well.

A lovely love story with some good twists . I love series. It is so good. Can read alone . I get Esme’s mum about leaving home and you learnt about what flowers mean which was good. You just escaped for an afternoon which is what a good book should do. Some amazing characters nice and not so nice. Loved it. Good ending .

Shooting Stars over the Highlands is an absolute delight from start to finish! This uplifting, feel-good read swept me away with its heartwarming story of hope, love, and second chances, making this the perfect escapist read for anyone in need of a little sunshine. ☀️

The Scottish Highlands setting is utterly enchanting, and Esme and Judd's relationship brought such warmth to the story. Betty, the adorable dog, completely stole my heart – because, let’s be honest, every book is better with a dog! 🐕

Lisa Hobman’s writing beautifully balances humour, romance, and a touch of nostalgia, leaving me with a huge smile on my face. This book truly brightened my day, and I was hooked from the very first page. I adored every moment and couldn’t put it down!

It’s a five-star must-read for anyone who loves uplifting contemporary romance. I’ll definitely be diving into this author’s backlist – I can’t wait to read everything she’s written!