Some Like it Scot was such a cute listen! This is the perfect summer traveling audibook, with the perfect amount of laughter and wholesomeness. Plus, both of the narrators voices matched the character’s personalities to a tee.

I already suggested to a friend planning on roadtripping through Scotland, to help encourage her on her mis-adventures and helping her find her own grumpy Scotsman.

The only thing I wish there was in this book was a little more romance moments between Katie and her Scot. I loved them together so much, I just wanted to see a little more, like another date!

This is my first monster romance and possibly my first Lana Ferguson book. I applied for an ARC on Netgalley because of the cover and title. I did not read the synopsis or know this was a monster romance before listing to the audiobook. This is a good beginner book for monster romance. I really enjoyed the story telling and plot. The narrators did a great job of keeping my interest.

This is the kind of story that takes its time—in the best way. It’s not flashy or melodramatic, but quietly profound, full of emotional undercurrents and gentle discoveries. If you're a fan of evocative settings, slow-burn romance, and characters searching for where they truly belong, you'll find plenty to love here.

Katie Campbell is a relatable and deeply human protagonist. As a travel writer who’s spent her life in motion, she’s built a successful career around never staying in one place too long. But beneath that adventurous surface is someone craving stability, connection, and healing from a family tragedy that still casts a shadow. I listened to this as an audiobook and the narration captures her voice beautifully—there’s an honesty in her tone, a subtle vulnerability that makes her journey feel personal and real.

The setting—an Edwardian-themed retreat in a Scottish manor house—is both whimsical and immersive. Listening to Katie navigate corsets, candlelight, and communal teas adds a charming layer of fish-out-of-water humor and historical intrigue. The narrator brings the setting to life with rich detail and voices that feel distinct and natural.

Then there’s the Scot—gruff, reclusive, and unexpectedly wonderful. He’s not your typical romantic lead. There’s something deeply rooted about him, a man defined by quiet grief and responsibility. The chemistry between him and Katie doesn’t erupt so much as it unfolds—tentatively, tenderly, and with real emotional weight. Their conversations feel meaningful, their silences even more so. It’s the kind of romance that feels earned, like it could last beyond the last page.

Beyond the love story, what really stuck with me was the exploration of home—not just as a place, but as a feeling. Katie’s longing to belong, her ache to stop running, mirrors something universal. And in the green hills, creaky floorboards, and fireside stories of Craighill, she finds that home might just be where your story starts to make sense.

This is a book meant to be savored, not rushed, perfect for rainy afternoons, listening to on long walks, or late-night reflection.

In the end, this story felt like a warm cup of tea in a quiet room: comforting, a little bittersweet, and exactly what I didn’t know I needed.

I received a complimentary copy from Netgalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

This one was not for me, as I'm definitely not the demographic. I'm normally pretty good at catching closed door romance, Christian romances, religious heavy books before delving in but apparently I missed this one. I guess that's on me but I wish something to that effect would've been included more in the marketing?

I listened to this book as an audiobook. I liked the different voices although at times the Scottish accent was hard to understand. But it definitely helped to distinguish the characters easier. The plot was slower than I would prefer and therefore struggled to listen to this book. I enjoy this author and look forward to reading her again.

"I'd love to say I became famous because of my excellent writing skills. Doesn't that sound like a superb reason for fame? Or at the very least, a wonderful way to pay the bills?"
In the introductory chapter of this fine book, the reader discovers just what Katie Campbell is known for. And it isn't for her turn of a phrase. Katie is a fun person to follow around a country, and since her destination is Scotland, the book is that much better.
Graeme MacKerrow is doing his best to cope with an unexpected life. His world is small. And he likes it that way. That is until he meets the force named Katie Campbell.
Short synopsis: A travel writer who struggles to stay put. A Scotsman who struggles to leave home. Add to this a castle in need of repair, all sorts of predicaments along with grief and family complications, and one has the making a great book.
This is a sweet story full of plenty of laughter and poignant moments. As with all of Pepper's books, kisses also are a part of the plot. One child is the perfect addition to the story, and the side characters are quirky at best, a tad annoying at worst. But we don't all have people like that in our lives that we aren't quite sure what to do with them.
I purposefully picked to listen to this book instead of reading it because I thought the Scottish narrator would take the book to a whole new level. He was fabulous and brought the character of Graeme to life. Since this book had dual narrators, that made it even better since the female voice was decidedly American. Both narrators were fabulous!
I listened this book on NetGalley. All opinions and thoughts are my own. I wanted to listen and review it.

A very cute and quick read. I have a copy for a book tour already or else I would definitely be adding it to my list of books to purchase someday

I am loving the Scottish rom com books! In this book the travel writer finally finding a "Home" with the people of the scottish town is heartwarming and the sexy scotsmen makes it even better.

It is books like these that make me want to travel even more than I already do. With the cultured and beautiful setting of Scotland, we follow Katie, a travel writer, as she is invited to a press weekend at a manor house that offers a 3-week immersive, Edwardian era experience. Katie has been traveling for so long that she is starting to long for a reason to stay somewhere, as she seeks someplace that she belongs, she also happens to stumble through her day-to-day life. I do mean that literally; she is very accident-prone and part of what makes her a popular travel blogger because she has so many misadventures. During one of these misadventures, the banister of the stairway she is leaning against breaks, and she falls on Graeme, our handsome Scotsman. Graeme is one of the owners of the manor that is being rented out to host this experience. The family rented it out to make money to restore their family home. Graeme happens upon Katie in many situations where she is near death's door due to her accident-prone nature. Along with Graeme is his nephew, who is 8 years old and full of spunk. As these two get to know each other over the weeks of Katie's stay, they get more than either bargained for.

This is a very sweet romance that not only has this budding romance of the main two characters, but through their friendship and budding romance, Katie finds a family that she never had. Though she has a brother, her parents were not the best, and she is still suffering the trauma of not being loved as you should be by your parents. Graeme is also having to get over his past, including the loss of his fiancée, who left him, and his sister, who passed from cancer. So there is a lot of healing that happens over 3 weeks. Though this is almost an insta-love, it is done well enough to not feel that way. You get a grumpy sunshine clean romance, and they throw in the sweet boy and his dog, and so many situations that Katie finds herself in near harm's for. I don't know how else to describe this except a cozy romance with a Scottish backdrop. This is such a fun, sweet, heartwarming read.

Some Like It Scot is a charming romance that will whisk readers to the breathtaking Scottish Highlands. From the first chapter, you’ll be transported to rolling hills, storied castles, and a close-knit community steeped in culture and heart. With captivating scenery and characters who feel like old friends, it’s the kind of story that feels like a vacation for the soul.

“Every wandering heart needs a place to rest.” ~ Pepper Basham

All of us are looking for where we belong. For some, that means jumping from one relationship to the next, hoping to find a home in another person. For Katie Campbell, that means jumping from plane to plane and visiting a new destination every few weeks. With adventure waiting around the next corner, Katie is living the dream life, but as each destination rolls into the next, her desire to settle down grows stronger with each landing.

Where Katie is a wandering nomad, however, Graeme MacKerrow is a homebody, unyielding about his place in this world. He is the classic grumpy-to-sweetheart hero who hates change. Still, as his gruff exterior melts away, we learn that even the hardest of hearts struggle to stay protected when a chaotic, accident-prone American gal with a heart of gold enters the scene.

“How badly do you want to belong? To be love?” ~ Pepper Basham

Some Like It Scot is more than a cozy romantic comedy. It touches on themes of belonging, healing, trust, and faith. I really enjoyed how Graeme and Katie’s families played a role in their story. Though I would’ve liked to see a better resolution with Katie’s mother and brother, the glimpses we got added texture to the messiness of adult family relationships.

One of my favorite elements was how Pepper Basham weaved her faith into the pages of this novel. She wasn’t preachy, but the message was subtly powerful. It was equally hilarious and relatable when Katie and Graeme realized they were both Christians. I also enjoyed watching them rely on God for wisdom and trust in His will rather than trying to force things with their strength.

I thoroughly enjoyed Some Like It Scot. It had cheesy puns, laugh-out-loud moments (especially when Lachlan was around), swoony romance, Outlander references, dazzling landscapes, and lovable characters who held the story together. Katie’s misadventures were so much fun to read, and Graeme’s constant heroics were highly entertaining — he will never be bored when Katie’s around.

“But maybe, when you start figuring out where you belong, you start falling in love with your own story too. Because . . . love does that. It changes everything.” ~ Pepper Basham

P.S. - I know Some Like It Scot is a stand-alone, but I would love a sequel or novella to learn what happened to the other characters!

*Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher, for providing me with a pre-release copy of this novel. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.*

My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Positive content: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Godly content: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Language:
Sexual content: ⭐️
Violence: ⭐️
Age: 15+

"Some Like it Scot" is the fifth book of Pepper Basham's that I've read, and I can honestly say, they just keep getting better! She has such a way of balancing serious topics and heartfelt pain with humor and a joy for living. I come away feeling refreshed every time I read one of her stories.

In this particular book, we have two main characters, Katie and Graeme, who both have lost a sister. Yet their families have chosen to deal with their losses in completely different ways. While Katie's mother chose to erase Katie's sister from her life, Graeme's family still freely talk about his twin. And the effect those two different approaches have to healing from loss and to the grieving process are profound.

Yet, as heavy as that topic is, there is a continual levity in Ms. Basham's storytelling. Katie is a travel writer who has learned how to capitalize on her clumsiness to become the star behind her Miss Adventure's travel writing column. And some of the situations Katie finds herself in, you have to read it to believe it!

And while Graeme comes across as a gruff and grumpy Scot at the start of the story, we come to see that there's a gentle warrior behind the façade that has a soft and gentle heart.

As Katie and Graeme's story unfold, we see them each come to terms with the healing they each have yet to experience, as well as dealing with a crazy koo, a psycho kid on a bike, a thieving parrot, and much more.

I love the way Ms. Basham's mind works and would really enjoy learning how/where she comes up with some of these ideas! You know a book is really good when you find yourself responding aloud to things, whether it's to warn someone of something you see coming or laughing out loud when something crazy happens.

Thank you to Pepper Basham, Thomas Nelson, And NetGalley for an advance review copy.

I was first introduced to the work of Pepper Basham last year with a holiday novella, and I fell in love with her writing. I love finding a new author to follow. So, reading Some Like It Scot was a shoe-in for me. When the novel is set in the beautiful landscapes of Scotland, and with the premise of the novel being the total Edwardian experience, what's not to love, right? The question to be answered is if the HOT SCOT, Graeme MacKerrow can win over "Miss Adventure," Katie Campbell. Read to find out!!!

I was really excited for this story when I started this audiobook with the Edwardian experience and the Downton references but this kind of fell flat. It was good enough to keep me listening to the end but that’s just it. It was ok. I didn’t hate it, but I didn’t love it either. I liked that there were 2 narrators one male and one female, but when I listen to an audiobook, I like to feel like the characters are telling me their story and with this audiobook I kind of just felt like someone was reading a book to me ( lol..I know that’s what they are doing 😊). Overall, everything was just ok.

Thank you NetGalley for the audio version of this book! It is duel narrated and the Scot who voiced the MMC…ladies… prepare to swoon!!

This is a story of how two very different lives learn to work through grief of a lost sibling, maturing in love, and pursuing work passions.

A sweet rom-com set in Scotland with an endearing and accident prone FMC and a very stuck in his ways, hero in disguise MMC. You have a front row seat in following the FMCs journey through Scotland, a series of unfortunate events that are laugh out loud funny, plus an adorable, charming, and lovable lad and his dog. But let’s not forget the resident knitting club of mothers of adult children who have an eye and ear for good stories and a pinch of match making.

I really enjoyed this story! I was giggling, cringing, and also sharing some tears at the way life unfolds. This is a no spice book but leaves you feeling fulfilled.

Objectively speaking, the book is well written and has a good premise. I loved the grumpy/sunshine vibe that developed from early on, it's one of my favorite tropes.

What was hard for me is how openly the book dealt with grief. Both of the main characters had lost someone close to them and were struggling with grief. While I'm sure this is a realistic life challenge for many readers, it's something I typically avoid in my books because it just hits way too close to home. Had I known grief was such a strong theme I likely wouldn't have picked it up. And that's the reason for three stars. To be fair, I do think the author handled the subject well, it just wasn't a good fit for me.

I did listen to the audio and both of the narrators were great. I know everyone has been leaving reviews about how great the male narrator was (and he was) but kudos to the female narrator who totally nailed that male Scottish brogue!

This is a closed door romance, which of course wins extra points in my book! Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the chance to listen to the audiobook.

Some like it Scott by Pepper Basham slowly grew on me as the story continued! I’m not a huge fan of so much banter but I found myself laughing out loud at some of the scenes and the chemistry between the characters was natural and so endearing. It was a story of belonging, and a longing for home, which I think many of us could relate to. At least I did. Katie’s story felt realistic and relatable. Her character demonstrated growth and matured slowly throughout the story. Although her fun personality and self doubt were not my favorite parts of the story, what won me was the male character (I won’t try spelling his name so I won’t embarrass myself) but I absolutely loved his character! He had so much depth and was so wholesome and complicated. He made the story so much better, especially his adorable nephew. I’m sure this took a lot of work to write, and with the right audience this book is a lovely read. I also loved how Basham wrapped the entire story in the end, it was very satisfying.

I LOVED Some Like It Scot! It was delightful in every sense of the word!
Katie and Graeme has an undeniable chemistry that carries throughout the book. I loved seeing how they would come together in the end. Their relationship developed perfectly and was well timed. And can I just say I want to be referred to as "lass" now. Even better if there's a man with a Scottish accent saying it.
Which leads me to the narrators! Both did a fabulous job. I appreciated that their was a male and female narrator for this dual point-of- view story.
Pepper Basham is a new-to-me author, and she became a favorite with this one. This is the perfect read/listen for anyone who loves romance, Scotland, and fun!

Super cute and fun story, especially enjoyed the setting and side characters throughout. I still enjoyed her Authentically Izzy series better than this one but I connected more to those characters vs. a travel influencer. Still a super fun story for the summer time and I thought the audiobook made it even more enjoyable with all the different accents! Mild faith elements, more than some other books from this publisher but overall just a clean romance.

Thank you Net Galley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book!

I loved it! For me this book had everything I wanted in a romance novel. Adventure, tension, and humor! I laughed and cried through this fast-paced novel. Storytelling kept me engaged and wanting to return ASAP to finish it!

I was finding it hard to connect with the characters in the ebook version of Some Like It Scot, so I switched to the audiobook. The narrators gave fine performances. Unfortunately, I still did not enjoy this story. I found Katie to be immature and very repetitive in her internal thoughts. She came across as a recent college grad in her first job not a seasoned travel writer with years of experience.

I just could not finish this book because I did not really care about this character and her "Miss Adventures" despite the beautiful Scottish Highlands setting. It's too bad because the blurb sounded fantastic. The author's talent for describing scenic places and details like the architectural features of Craighill House is what kept me reading as long as I did.

Thank you to Thomas Nelson Fiction and NetGalley for the advance reader copy in both ebook and audibook formats.
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