A pleasant but unmemorable read. Very much an example of the recent trend for Scottish historicals, down to the punnish title. I did appreciate the lack of manufactured drama between hero and heroine, and the fact that the conflict in the book came from an outside foe rather than each other.

I love this series, great historical read! The Windham family is always fun and entertaining. Anwen asks Colin to help her raise money for a local orphanage he agrees. Colin was a captain in the army and now that his brother is a Duke he has gained a title as well and people are clamoring to associated with him. Unfortunately, he has also gained some enemies. This is a fast paced historical read with great characters and an entertaining story with plenty of suspense and drama. I was hooked from beginning to end. I loved it!

Oh the joy of entering the lives of the Windhams again. This is the second book in the Windham brides series. I loved both Colin and Anwen's characters. They are both kind and loving and completely made for each other. It was so enjoyable to read about the plotting of the Duke, Duchess and Rosenthal to matchmake between these two. I adore the Windham series and now am absolutely loving this new Windham brides series. Delightful and passionate read for this summer.

* I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher for an honest review*

What a sweet and adult like romance. Both MC interacted and communicated in a manner that was enjoyable and low in the drama/conflict scale. The hero, Colin and the heroine Anwen treated each other with respect. The family interaction was fun and sweet.

Colin, was in the military until he became a titled gentlemen. He had to learn how to traverse through the process and deal with society's rules along with all the do's and don'ts. Colin doesn't feel comfortable in London but is trying to make the best out of the situation.

Anwen is strong, sweet and kind. She has endured some health challenges when she was younger and her family at times is overly concerned/overprotective of her. Anwen works as a volunteer at an orphanage that gives her purpose. But the orphanage runs into problems with finances and leadership decisions.

Anwen asks Colin for help in saving the orphanage and navigating through problems it's facing. The two embarking on helping the boys in the orphanage as well developing a friendship and respect for one another.

The development of Anwen and Colin feelings was sweet, steamy and endearing. I appreciated how their relationships evolved, as they were both open and honest with each other.

Well written with wonderful historical accuracy. Pacing was steady, but did find at certain times it lagged. The secondary characters were enjoyable and contributed the story.

Lord Colin MacHugh is a newly titled Scottish lord. His brother is Hamish, the Duke of Murdoch, also known as the Duke of Murder.

Anwen Wyndham lives with her older sisters at Moreland House. She is very involved with the Home for Wayward Urchins and is always busy trying to find ways to raise funds the the Home. Anwen’s uncle is a duke and her sister, Megan, married Colin’s brother, the Duke of Murdoch.

Colin longs to return home to Scotland and to his distillery. As Anwen and Colin get to know one another more, they both become concerned about the dwindling funds for the Home and Anwen is afraid they may have to shut it down and put the boys back out on the street. Colin takes a greater interest in the Home and has some good ideas that may make it pay for itself. In the meantime, it is decided that they will host a charity card party where people will donate their winnings to the Home.

Colin, being Scottish, has been met with some English peers looking down on him and trying to play him for a fool. The prank that they play angers him and become quite costly for him as well. One man in particular has gone out of his way to embarrass Colin and send him back to Scotland with his tail between his legs. But Colin is tougher than that.

Colin and Anwen are soon attracted to one another and find a love that is true and respectful. Will they be able to keep the Home open for the boys and will Colin be able to set these arrogant English peers straight?

This is a very well-written book that I thoroughly enjoyed. Anwen and Colin are terrific characters and the arrogant English peers are absolutely a hoot. You don’t want to miss this book. Well done, Grace Burrowes.

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Colin MacHugh is a wealthy, successful Scottish businessman, as well as a former soldier. Due to his brother, Hamish's, recent acquisition of a dukedom, Colin is now his heir, and has been elevated to "Lord" Colin. While he escorts his two sisters, he attempts to learn the ins and outs of English society. Anwen Windham is niece to the influential Duke of Moreland, more familiarly known as Percival to those of us who love and follow the Windham family. Anwen's passion is the charitable work she does for an orphanage, which unfortunately is now in precarious financial straits. Anwen is acquainted with Colin, due to the recent marriage of her sister to his brother. During a chance encounter, they converse, and Colin agrees to visit the orphanage and to try to offer some solutions.

As Anwen and Colin become more friends than just casual acquaintances, a slow simmering romance begins to develop. This lovely part of the book flows at a delicious leisurely pace, allowing me to become acquainted with the character of Anwen and Colin and to watch them fall in love and agree to officially court. Anwen suffered some illnesses as a child, and to her dismay, is still cosseted and over-protected by her family. She longs for them to see the strong, healthy person that she's become. I like Anwen very much, and admire her patience, intelligence, and her ability to say all the right things when the situation calls for throwing punches or banging ones head against the wall. Anwen and Colin are both upfront about their desires and feelings with each other, and I absolutely love that. Colin is an honorable man who has a knack for saying things to Anwen that will melt your ice cream. This wonderful couple is perfect for each other, and they are in love. What could possibly go wrong?

Greed, jealousy, affronted pride, and a desire for revenge cause the villain to threaten not only this couples' happiness, but Colin's very freedom. The Windhams, however, are a force to be reckoned with, and with the help of four charming orphans, Anwen and Colin find their way to happy ever after. While I admittedly would have liked to see the villain(s) suffer a far greater consequence than the fate they received, I thoroughly enjoyed the read. TOO SCOT TO HANDLE contains the trademark warmth and family closeness that Grace Burrowes writes so very well. The romance was tender and genuine with hints of passion and characters that I loved and rooted for. Visiting with familiar secondary characters is a bonus for those who have read previous Windham books, though TOO SCOT TO HANDLE can be totally read as a very satisfying standalone.

the second book in the windham brides series, too scot to handle, picks up where the trouble with dukes left off. lady anwen and lord colin find themselves perfectly matched in this lovely regency.

lord colin is currently the heir to a dukedom, though he expects his brother's future children to actually inherit. nonetheless he is recently titled, is very wealthy and has set about trying to fit in with london society. but as time has gone on, he finds that london society isn't all that wonderful. the young men are spoiled and entitled and don't do anything productive. the young ladies simper and flirt to secure husbands. he's not actively looking for a wife. he just wants to be challenged by something.

he finds lady anwen intriguing. she's more than just a debutante. she cares deeply about london's poor, particularly the children. she's smart and funny and kind. most of all, when they talk to each other, it's not in society's coded language. they talk and it's for real. it's not about the weather or the latest gossip. and lady anwen is delighted to find that not only can she expect lord colin to listen and advise her like a peer, he also respects her insight and opinions and isn't ashamed to ask her for advice.

and while there is some drama and intrigue surrounding the home for wayward urchins that anwen and colin both sponsor, there are no ridiculous roadblocks or falling outs requiring grand gestures in this romance, and honestly, i really to appreciate that. lord colin and lady anwen's feelings are never in doubt. and they couldn't be more perfect for each other if they tried.

Thanks Forever (Grand Central Publishing) and netgalley for this ARC.

The two families that are at the center of this series just get more tangled together every time. I love the humor, sparkle, and naturalness of these romances. Anwen and Lord Colin make a great team. It takes time for them to see eye to eye, but Grace Burrowes does not disappoint when it comes to writing the passionate scenes we love romances for.

Once Again Burrowes has written a hit. I met Colin MacHugh and Anwen Windham in The Trouble With Dukes where they were side characters. Now they have their own story but there is no smooth sailing for the two. People who Colin though were friends turn out to be just the opposite and they do not want Colin and Anwen to have a happy ending. Throw in some very young orphans with some interesting personalities and habits to spice up the mix and the story gets even more interesting. There are two more Windham sisters who need a HEA so there are more stories in the series to look forward too.

Too Scot To Handle was a disappointment. First, the title is misleading. Colin may have been a Scot by birth, but he was not too Scot to handle. For the most part he seemed English,and it annoyed me how occasionally he would speak with a Scottish dialect. Secondly, where was the romance? This story should have been labeled a historical mystery because the majority of the book centered around the mystery of what was going on at the orphanage and what would happen to it. Third, Colin and Anwen were so in love, but that must have happened "off screen" because I never saw it developing. One day they were friends, the next they were madly in love. Overall the book was not bad. I was able to finish it, but it was a struggle. I have read Grace Burrowes before and enjoyed her books, but she just missed the mark on this one.

Army Captain Colin MacHugh is trying to navigate being a newly titled gentleman and avoid marriage. His brother Hamish just inherited a Dukedom and he becomes Lord Colin. He has become fascinated with Anwen Windham, his brother new wife’s youngest sister. Anwen asks for his help to raise money for the local orphanage and he's happy to oblige. She’s amazed he actually listens to her ideas. Colin takers an active role in the local orphanage and takes an interest in a pack of rambunctious orphan boys. Working closely together Colin and Anwen form a newfound relationship and both become quite fascinated with each other until an enemy sets out ruin Colin and to destroy everything they hold dear. They end up fighting for everything they hold dear and discover the strength of each other. During this journey they realize they’ve found the one person who truly sees you for who you are and they are loving you because of it. This is my honest review of an EBook I voluntarily read for Net Galley and the publisher.

Too Scot to Handle is a character driven story about two people who totally stole my heart! Arwen was a sick child and her siblings always babied her. Now, as an adult, she has found Colin, who sees past her childhood to the woman she has become.

Arwen is helping an orphanage and Colin ends up getting involved. He cracks the whip with those boys and it was adorable! The 'villain' is your classic frenemy type. I was kind of annoyed at how proper Colin and Arwen was towards this guy. I get that its a Regency, but I wanted someone to nut punch him. However, between the cute, rambunctious orphan boys and the zany Windhams, you have lots of light hearted fun.

There is little angst between Arwen and Colin which I seriously appreciate! The tension and trouble in the story comes from outside the couple. I did struggle with the Scottish brogue that Colin spoke with as it seemed to distract me frequently. I appreciate the accuracy, but it kind of pulled me away from the story.

Sweet and light, Too Scot to Handle is perfect for anyone who wants a light weekend or vacation read!
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During his military career, Captain Colin MacHugh was loved and respected by the men he led. Stern yet fair, using common sense when needed to deal justly with all situations. Now, he has become a titled gentleman, and still fighting - only to keep his bachelorhood safe from all the marriage minded mama’s and their debutante daughters. Then he meets Miss Anwen Windham and her demure nature and keen intelligence masks a woman whom he can admire. Her compassion towards the less fortunate children of London was not for show, but purely from her heart. When Anwen asks for Colin’s help to raise money for the orphanage, he is more than happy to oblige.

*** As always, Ms. Burrowes embellishes her stories and characters with creativity and freshness. I absolutely fell in love with Anwen’s ‘boys’. Anwen was not going to let her boys lose the only home they had ever known, but it was Colin who knew enough to realize just what they truly needed - purpose! I loved Colin’s understanding and kindness towards the boys as well as listening and taking into consideration Anwen’s ideas and concerns.

Because Colin was new to the ton and his wealth came from trade, the false friends he had initially fell in with he soon discovered were NOT his friends. Colin was not ashamed of how he worked for his wealth but the spoiled aristocrats were spoiled and wanted to bring him down a peg or two. Loved how Ms. Burrowes handled all these small attacks on him.

The romance was built slowly and was completely wonderful while others tried to undermine Anwen’s
dreams for her boys, and her romance with Colin. All in all - Ms. Burrowes continues to hit it out of the park with her deliciously fresh and creative historicals.

Marilyn Rondeau

Book two in the Windham Brides series which is essentially an extension of the Windham series as a whole since they are all related which I absolutely love. This is Anwen's story after her sister Maggie got married in the last book. Anwen helps run a local orphanage for boys, and her new brother-in-laws brother Colin also finds himself involved after being encouraged to pick a charity to support. As strange things start going on the two find themselves in each others company quite a bit until an attraction begins to grow. Just as they discover that they love one another someone else steps in attempting to ruin the day. They are able to work things out in the end as always. I just love Grace's writing style. Each book has its own unique story line even if they are all connected. She keeps them historically accurate with lots of details. Her books have become one of my staples when I really want to read a historical romance novel. I loved every minute of this book so it gets 5/5 stars

Colin MacHugh is a recently titled Scottish lord, and is new to polite London society. The way wealth and title affected the social status in Georgian England is illustrated by Colin’s situation. He is learning about the intricate rules that govern aristocratic circles, witnessing the stream of petty intrigues and betrayals. High society’s expectations are confusing him and he is snubbed. He has accepted to endure a London Season for the sake of his two unmarried sisters. Unfortunately, his candid personality and his inexperience are not helping him and he is an easy prey to swindlers and manipulators.

Anwen Windham is Colin’s sister-in-law. Her older sister Megan recently married Colin’s brother, Hamish, Duke of Murdoch. Anwen knows she is privileged, but she is frustrated by the shallow role of young women in high society. She wants more out of life. She is kind, compassionate and enjoys her role as benefactor of the House of Urchins, a small orphanage for boys. She wants this institution to thrive, but, due to a shortage of funds, it might close his doors.

Anwen is a wonderful character, generous, lively and yet so bored by the London Season. Colin loves her fierceness to defend the orphans. This great heroine is the backbone of the story, she is able to stand up to anyone when the going gets tough. I loved that Anwen has the strength and self-assurance to deal with every surprise that arises.

Colin is a businessman and manages several profitable distilleries. At first, he is inclined to help Anwen with the orphanage simply because it’s important to her. Their common goal brings them together, they join forces against those who are a threat to the orphanage and the future of the orphans. Colin wants to take the boys in hand, give them a purpose and a job they can take pride in, and assist them to find the right path in life. But the villain of this story force Colin and Anwen to make difficult decisions.

This book is well written, strongly characterized and contains a beautifully developed romance between two people who, at first, seem to have nothing in common, but quickly become a match made in heaven. The connection between them was undeniable, the romantic and sexual tension between these two realistically flawed characters leaped off the pages. Their friendship slowly blossoms into love. This book is the second one in the author’s Windham Brides series, but it works perfectly well as a standalone.

An advanced copy of this book was provided by the publisher, via NetGalley.

And the Windhams are back, this time it's the second Windham cousin, Anwen's turn to find her match and it is none other than Colin McHugh, her newly wedded sister's brother in law. Fans of Grace Burrowes' Windham series will really like glimpses of the matchmaking Duke and Duchess of Windham and their progeny while at the same time delighting that new characters are being brought to life in this series spinoff.
Too Scot to Handle is a little bit short on the prolonged courtship and romance aspect but it does have that charm that most Windham novels have. The men are noble the women are independent and fiery in their advocacy. Anwen and Colin are definitely a match especially when it comes to helping out the less fortunate street urchins of London. Their romance is full of witty dialogue and sensual scenes that are also quite sweet. The villains though are a bit too hard to swallow but definitely could exist in Regency England. Too Scot to Handle will entertain, engage and captivate and will have you wanting to read more of the Windhams!

I received a copy of this book from Netgalley/the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Too Scot to Handle is the second book in Grace Burrowes’ Windham Brides series. I was very excited about the opportunity to read this book. I haven’t read the first book in the series, but it’s in my to-read pile, and I love historical romance novels set during the Regency.

Anwen Windham is determined that the orphanage she sponsors will succeed. There are several obstacles that have prevented this from happening, but when Lord Colin MacHugh joins the board, he brings a plethora of new ideas. Anwen already enjoys a congenial relationship with Lord Colin because her sister is married to his brother, but as they spend time together working for the benefit of the orphanage, they realize that they enjoy each other’s company.

Lord Colin did not grow up in the aristocracy, and gained his title through his brother. Colin is not entirely comfortable with his new life, which is perhaps why it is easy for him to relate to the orphan boys and why he has such a knack for knowing how to finds ways to keep them occupied and out of trouble.

The villain of the piece, so to speak, is relatively transparent and comes across as more presumptuous than truly wicked. I found this to be very interesting; the villain was so audacious that I truly wanted to know how things would turn out. I’ve read several more serious books lately, so something light like this made for a nice change of pace.

I will also add that Too Scot to Handle is relatively tame in terms of its intimate scenes, but I noticed several references that raised my eyebrows. It was even more delightful that said references were so casually mentioned. Well played, Grace Burrowes, well played indeed!

I would absolutely recommend Too Scot to Handle. Anwen and Colin work very well together; he respects her and is not dismissive of her ideas or her determination to save the orphanage. The narrative is enhanced with points of view beyond Anwen and Colin, and I especially enjoyed the portion of the story told from the orphans’ point of view. These street-smart lads were quite perceptive, and their devotion to Miss Anwen was touching. There was a preview of the next book in the series, at the end of this one and I am already looking forward to reading it!

I promised an honest and fair review in exchange for being allowed to read this ARC. Delightfully quirky and different story. Fantastic characters, one and all and a complicated story which will keep your attention.

I was so looking forward to reading this book but I abandoned it. I was more than a quarter of the way through and really nothing had happened. There was some great dialogue but no real conflict, action or romance.

What a lovely romance. No drama caused by lack of communication, but a romance where these well written characters talk to each other and the drama is caused by outside influences. This author never disappoints.
I received an ARC copy of this book from netgalley.