If you want to read an excellent Scottish tale featuring brawny Highlanders , look no further than this author. Although she has a plethora of books in this genre, they are very different from each other. I love that they are usually in series so that her lovely characters will be seen again in future books. This first book in the series spotlights the ongoing conflict between the English and Scots. Evelyn Worthington and her sister have their reasons for leaving England, hoping to start a school at Finlarig castle which their brother had just brought. Problem is, it is still occupied and has been burned by English soldiers with the occupants still in it. Evelyn and Greyson Campbell's first meeting does not bode well for any peace or compromise, especially when Evelyn finds that she is indirectly responsible for the castle's burning. As they try to tolerate each other during the castle's restoration, they learn that maybe the other isn't so bad. Can tolerance turn into love? Throw in those English trailors who believe the only good Scot is a dead one and you have a story well worth reading.

This was a fun historical! Evelyn was such a strong heroine, without coming off as a b*tch. I loved her right away. And the heat between her and Grey - hot, hot, hot. The story begins with Evelyn and her sister Scarlet fleeing London, each for their own reasons.

She meets Grey upon arriving at Finlarig Castle and the battle begins right away. They are each working their own angle, while growing closer to each other.

If you are looking for a story with a strong hero, with an equally strong heroine, pick this one up.

I have SUCH a weak spot for Scotsmen. Ever since watching the Outlander television series, I can't get enough of steamy, dreamy Scottish Highlanders. The Scottish Rogue was just what I needed to satisfy my craving for a strapping man with a seductive accent.

I received this from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. I have to say this was one of the best books I have read in a long time. I laughed and cried and just couldn’t put it down. I read it all night and enjoyed it so much. I already started book 2.

I just really enjoyed this book. It was just really easy to get lost in this book. I just couldn’t get enough of it and didn’t want it to end. I will definitely be reading more by this author.

It's nice to read about a strong heroine. Good primary and secondary characters. Likeable and wanted to know what happened to them all. Chemistry between Grey and Evelyn was believable.

I received an e-arc of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
I loved this book so much, that I made sure to read the next 2 books in this series. Besides living any books I've read from this author, I completely loved the characters themselves.
The story did start a little slow for me, but quickly picked up a good pace and was so fun and definitely hot!

Title: The Scottish Rough

Series:

Highland Roses School #1, The Campbells #1Author: Heather McCollum

Genre: historical romance

Characters: Evelyn Worthington & Grey Campbell


1684, Scottish Highlands



Englishwoman Evelyn Worthington is resolved to build a school for ladies in her brother's newly purchased Scottish castle. But when she arrives, not only does she find the castle scorched by fire, but a brawny Highlander bars her entry.



Clan chief Grey Campbell would rather die than see his family home, Finlarig Castle, fall into English hands, so Grey must win the battle of wills with the beautiful Sassenach who flashes a bill of sale before him.



When the war between Evelyn and Grey escalates, passions flare. But outsiders have their own plans for Finlarig. After secrets are revealed, and muskets are lit, the fates of the Campbell Clan, the school, and a possible future for Grey and Evelyn are in as much jeopardy as their lives



My thoughts

Rating: 4.5

Would I recommend it? yes

Will I read more of this series? yes

Would I read more by this author? yes

If you love strong will women and hot sex Scottish lords then you will love this series , because you can almost feel the sexual tension between Evelyn and Grey . Right from the start you can almost see that they belong together and not part and while their trying to make it work , they also want whats best for their people and their land , not only is this a romance but there are secrets that need to come out about what really happened to Grey's family , its more then a romance its about family coming together and making a new one and a new start . With that said I want to say thank you to Netgalley for letting me read and review it .

*Thanks to NetGalley for this title. I read and reviewed this title voluntarily*

A new favorite! I honestly thought this was going to be just another romance novel but this one was really good! I love that the couple didn't get together and break up every five seconds but there was plenty of epic drama to keep the story gripping my interest. I love that it starts fast, no boring parts at all. The writing is wonderful, flows perfectly and is easy to understand. The characters are awesome. I love Evelyn, she's strong, forward thinking, and not about to sit down and let others do all the hard work. She's also very loyal to those she loves. Just a wonderful character! Our hero is just as wonderful! He's a strong leader that's not put off by a strong woman.

Watching their romance was sizzling! It's so long before they finally get together and it had me sitting on the edge of my seat. Too engrossed to put the e-reader down. I just had to keep going. Overall, this is such a great historical romance novel. I loved every second of it.

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Wonderful Highlander romance!

Evelyn is fleeing a horrible arranged marriage, so her brother purchases a castle in Scotland for her, neither of them knowing that the castle isn't truly available for sale. But setting up a girls' school at this castle is Evie's last hope, so she's not going to back down no matter what obstacle stands in her way.

Grey continues to fight against every attempt by the English to oust him from his home and murder his family. To say that he hates the English is a massive understatement. He has no patience for the two English sisters who arrive and act as though they own his castle.

Despite all the conflicts, all the reasons why they should never even work together let alone fall in love, Grey and Evie find their strength in each other. This is a beautiful romance, a thrilling trip to medieval Scotland, and an action-packed battle of good vs. evil, regardless of nationality. It's a compelling story, exquisitely told, with amazing world building and unforgettable characters. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

A Rose in the Highlands is the first book in the Highland Roses School series by Heather McCollum. Each book in this series is also a stand alone novel.

Evelyn Worthington leaves England behind to create a school for ladies in her brother's newly purchased Scottish castle. After the long, difficult journey north, Evelyn is shocked to find that not only has the castle been scorched by fire, but a brawny, half-dressed highlander bars her entry – at sword point. Clan chief Greyson "Grey" Campbell would rather die than see his family home, Finlarig Castle, fall into English hands. So when the beautiful Sassenach flashes a bill of sale before him, it's war. But when the battles between them grow hotter, passions flare. Grey has more to worry about than a headstrong English lass and as secrets are revealed and muskets are lit, everything – the fates of the Campbell Clan, Evelyn's school, and their lives – are in jeopardy.

A Rose in the Highlands is a historical romance that hit all the right notes for me. Strong and determined characters with good hearts that need to fight incredible odds to find happiness. There was a good mix of humor, danger, and heart touching moments. I love the independence, strength, and compassion that both Evelyn and Greyson show- even when they are being stubborn and engaged in battle. I liked the depths that even the side characters are given, making the entire story more compelling. I found the fact that once Eve and Grey admitted their feelings to themselves they gave each other the benefit of the doubt and talked over miscommunications or issues rather than ignoring them or believing the worst. I also like that they each could admit their faults, and were not blind the the prejudices that they (and those around them) had and how it might affect everything. That awareness and openness to change was nice to see. The only thing that jarred me a little was the initial jump into bed between Eve and Grey, but it really did work in the story. I think it just felt like they went from zero to sixty in an instant with no shyness or awkward moments that one might expect. However, if that is the only thing that did not flow perfectly for me, that still makes this a wonderful book.

A Rose in the Highlands is an enjoyable and engaging read. I am going to have to pick up a copy of the next book, which tells Scarlet's story, very soon.

Scottish romance at it's best! With a strong heroine and an equally strong hero this book was an awesome read! It had a very well-written story that was complex with interesting characters. It had drama, humor and a few twists that I did not expect. So good! I highly recommend this book.

Evelyn Worthington leaves England behind to create a school for ladies in her brother's newly purchased Scottish castle. After the long, difficult journey north, Evelyn is shocked to find that not only has the castle been scorched by fire, but a brawny, half-dressed highlander bars her entry – at sword point. Clan chief Greyson "Grey" Campbell would rather die than see his family home, Finlarig Castle, fall into English hands. So when the beautiful Sassenach flashes a bill of sale before him, it's war. But when the battles between them grow hotter, passions flare. Grey has more to worry about than a headstrong English lass and as secrets are revealed and muskets are lit, everything – the fates of the Campbell Clan, Evelyn's school, and their lives – are in jeopardy.
This was a great story from start to finish. I always love books with strong women, especially HRs because they are set in times when very few women had any rights. I’m glad that this book wrote great characters with compelling stories. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
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I have McCollum to thank for showing me that the Highlander Romance genre is one that I truly enjoy.

I picked up her previous series and now I believe I am reading everything she writes.

This is a new series by McCollum and I was so excited to read it. And I was not disappointed. The characters are so real and likable… well except for the ones that shouldn’t be liked…. Then they are delightfully unlikable. Even the background characters are fun to read.

Another wonderful addition to the Highlander Romance genre! Grab it before the next one comes out.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

It's all due to authors like Ms. McCollum that I love to read like I do! There aren't enough words to adequately put my love of her writing to justice, just not, not ever...

Please note that an ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review of which this is both honest and completely voluntary.

You really have to love this book!
A young and gentle English woman comes to the Scottish wilderness to establish a school for girls in a Scottish castle. She didn't know when she left England, that this castle wasn't abandoned. The clan chief of the Clan Campell was still living in it even after the English troops tried to burn him and his sister alive. He doesn't want the English in his castle nor has he a real option to get rid of Evelyn because her brother bought it and the English troops were still around. It was dangerous.

There is war and passion between the two leads. Remarkable passion and a good deal of arguments. I loved to read it. Really loved it.

*I got this ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*

This trip to the highlands did not exactly provide the place to get away from it all and start a new. Evelyn and her sister were determined to start a school for girls away from the society of England. The new highland series start off with a few bonnie lassese in the castle of one very stubborn, brutish, alpha clan chief.

I loved the characters. The strength. The will. The determination. They were the heart and soul of this story. If one would have been missing we may have gotten a completely different story. The writing was building a fantasy of highland life, romance, and at the same time giving a bit of Scottish history with the English.

I don't want to give any of the good stuff away. This was one heck of a highland romance between an alpha clan chief and a head strong, determined English lady. Evelyn and Grey did not start out as friends, not even allies, not even acquaintance, but through the twist and turns and action with a well thought out pacing. These two find that love can help you through it all and then help you climb higher.

If you are a lover of historical romance. If you are a lover of the Scotland. If you are a lover of the highlands. If you just want a good old fashion (not so old fashioned) romance, you need to stop right here pick up a copy and get yourself to reading this one. Heather McCollum has done historical romances a very good job. Thank you.

After just finishing two Historicals by Kerrigan Byrne that I really loved, I am disappointed that this one kinda bored me, at first. So much so, it almost became a DNF around 35%. Over a quarter of the book focused on Evie's damn school and her trying to set it up. It was too wordy with detail and I found myself skimming.

The characters were my favorite part of the book. I loved Grey and Evie and once the story focused more on them, and less on the school, I became more engrossed in their HEA. Their scenes together had me devouring the words.

Grey was your typical, head strong Scottish Laird, with a heart of gold, and Evie was a spitfire. You'll love her independence, strength, compassion, and tenacity. She definitely had character, full of rich personality. These two balanced each other out and were perfect for each other.

I can't forget Scarlet. I really, really want her story and her secrets. I'm hoping she is paired with Aiden!

Oh! And Nathaniel! He needs a story with Cat!

Once I got past my boredom, this turned out to be a decent book. An enjoyable one. If you are a Historical junkie and can look past all the school stuff I would recommend.

Amazing book! All the books by this author are always so good! I have liked this one in particular a lot. Great plot and characters,

This was a wonderful Scottish romance! I thoroughly enjoy getting to know the characters and the adventures that occurred. Evelyn and Grey's romance builds quickly and does not disappoint. There were many twists and turns and I thoroughly enjoyed it all.

Thank you NetGalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for the free eARC!