A really uplifting story, set mostly on a remote Scottish Island. Great characters, strong story, and of course the adorable star of the book, stray dog Scout. An inspirational story of determination, love and how a dog can bring people together. My favourite book so far from this author.

Absolutely delightful, light-hearted romance novel which centres around an incredibly cute and personable dog. Set against a backdrop of a rugged Scottish isle, with a plucky heroine determined to undo the mess she's accidentally gotten herself into, an eligible bachelor with a cute and charismatic young son, a curmudgeonly older man who's necessary to resolve everything, and mostly, really mostly, the dog. A scruffy terrier called Scout, he's definitely the star of the show.
There's not a huge amount of depth in this book, and there are some unnecessary additions - Suzie's feckless ex, for example, didn't add much, although he was necessary for the setup in the beginning. But overall, this is light, enjoyable, and cute, and was a perfect cozy read for a winter's night.

Suzy Medley's boyfriend Paul is a bit of an enthusiast, he picks up hobbies and jobs then drops them six months later, but he's charming and funny and handsome and great with Suzy's kids so she forgives him. Until he sinks all his inheritance from his father into a whisky distillery on the remote Scottish island of Sgadansay. Within months he's run a thriving business into the ground and walked away with his usual disinterest leaving the livelihoods of his employees hanging in the balance.

When Suzy visits the distillery to talk to the workers she is greeted with hostility, alone and feeling very inadequate she meets a stray dog just when she has reached rock bottom. Somehow just looking after the stray dog fires up Suzy's enthusiasm and the next thing you know she is determined to save the distillery.

I am a fan of Jenny Colgan's novels about Scotland and so I was hoping for something along the same lines, which this was, to a point. However, this felt like there was a really great book happening somewhere just out of sight. Everything was very superficial, we didn't see much of the distillery, we didn't see much of the romance, there were two side plots involving Suzy's sister and her love-interest's ex respectively which didn't really go anywhere and were swiftly resolved. Overall, this felt like the synopsis of a book rather than the actual novel.

I liked it but I didn't love it and I didn't really engage with the characters.

I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

Great little heartwarming tale of a remote Scottish Island, a failing distillery and Scout the little stray dog bringing everyone together! I really enjoyed this book, its a lovely romantic story with characters you fall in love with, perfect for curling up and losing yourself in.

This story follows Suzy and Ricky and is set on a small Scottish island. Suzy ends up sorting out a distillery that her boyfriend Paul thought would be his next business venture. Ricky's father worked at the distillery until he clashed with Paul. Throw into the mixture Scout a stray dog who has a way of bringing people together. The story is told between the two main characters and while being a feel good and enjoyable story has deals with some difficult issues.

Fiona Gibson's The Dog Share is a wonderful heart warming tale set on a wildly beautiful Hebridean island full of fabulous characters. When Suzy's world is falling apart and she is feeling at her lowest ebb, a lost dog Scout arrives at her door and from then on things start to change for them both. Scout is central to Suzy meeting new friends and growing her confidence as she fights to save the iconic local distillery almost destroyed by her ex's terrible business ideas. The picturesque island harks back to a simpler time with a strong sense of community and a slower pace of life. A beautiful feel good book that I would recommend not only to dog lovers but to anyone with a heart and soul. Many thanks to Netgalley and Avon Books UK for the advance reading copy of this gem of a novel.

I love a Fiona Gibson book and this one didn’t disappoint!

Set on a remote Scottish island, the story follows Scout, a terrier type dog who brings together a host of lovely characters.

Scout has been abandoned and turns up at the rental cottage of Suzy, who has arrived on the island to clear up the mess of her ex-partner’s business.

Ricky and his son go back to the island to visit his father, and meet Scout and Suzy on the beach.

It was a genuinely enjoyable read, heart warming and quirky. I loved it. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This book took me a little while to get into but when I did it swept me along. Scout was the reason - it's amazing how much better a dog can make you feel and to see the impact he had on the people whose lives he touched was simply delightful.

It was poignant and dealt with some relatively heavy subjects, and the tone wasn't comedic in any way, but it was nevertheless a lovely story and most definitely uplifting.

An easy read perfect for starting my New Year. This book is so cute and the romance is sweet. The characters in this book have two things in common... most have been left or lost someone in their lives and a cute little terrier mix brings them all together. Somehow one small dog who is also abandoned ends up bringing happiness to all and isn’t that what a dog does? Definitely recommend if you are looking for a light read with a cute, happy ending.
Thank you #netgalley for the early read!

Set on a wonderful island, Suzy doesn't want to let people down and does her hardest to turn around the mess that her ex left her in. A stray adorable doggie named Scout comes to Suzy's door and they develop a bond immediately. Another fun fab read full of great settings of likeable characters.

I really recommend this book since it mentions second chances and the power of helping with a little companion! During this crazy year I almost lost my mind but thanks to a little dog I adopted the struggle was less sooo I really recommend this book

A sweet, heartfelt and uplifting story about second chances... it was just the dose of positivity I needed at the moment! A wonderfully refreshing holiday read. I haven't read Fiona Gibson before but I'll be looking out for her books!

This book really got me. Scout was such a dynamic character and I loved the premise of navigating second chances surrounding being the owner of a dog. I loved the character development, they felt real to me which always makes a story better. Would definitely recommend!

After a couple of darker recent reads, I was in the mood for something sweet and funny, and Fiona Gibson’s latest seemed likely to hit the spot.

Suzy travels to the Hebridean island of Sgadansay for a holiday with boyfriend Paul, but it turns out Paul - king of the unsuccessful get rich quick scheme - has something else up his sleeve. When it inevitably all goes horribly wrong, threatening the livelihoods of many islanders, Suzy’s left to pick up the pieces.

Meanwhile Ricky, who was raised on the island, and son Arthur are back visiting Ricky’s dad, with Ricky’s girlfriend Meg - alternative healer and Instagram queen - in tow.

Then there’s the titular dog, Scout, who shows up - lost and hungry - at Suzy’s holiday rental one night and soon works his way into her heart, as well as acting as a catalyst for other relationships to form.

This was a lovely read - I liked all the characters (the main ones, anyway) and it was refreshing to read about a heroine of around my own age. Suzy certainly doesn’t have everything together, but she’s likeably determined and principled. Ricky, his dad and son are equally endearing characters, albeit grumpily so in the case of his dad.

I see some reviewers have complained of a lack of romance - while there is a romantic element, this is not the main focus, which is a plus for me. (I can only deal with romance in a book when it’s very lightly handled - I realise many people feel differently.)

A really engaging read.

This story is a very different concept for a book but I loved it and it worked really well. The characters probably apart from (Paul) where all delightful. The book is about new beginnings, friendships and family and a wonderful pet who can bring all these things together.

I havent read anything by the author before I will definitely be looking out for her books. I love the descriptive way she has of describing both York and the Island. Beautiful. Having been lucky enough to work with both people from the Shetland and Orkney Islands in my work she described the community spirit perfectly. Would definitely also like a follow up book to see what happens to Suzy and Scout going forwards.

Thank you Netgalley, the publish and author for giving me a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Suzy's children are leaving the nest and just when her life should have less worry her boyfriend dumps her and leaves a whole lot of trouble for her to deal with.
Suzy travels to a Hebridean Island to try and fix the mess her ex has left on one of his get rich quick schemes. She discovers that everyone blames her and she is not received well by the locals. That night she hears a noise at the door of her holiday rental. Outside, wet and bedraggled is a little terrier dog.
She takes him in and names him Scout and he makes her stay there much easier..
Everyone loves Scout and he soon becomes a catalyst for friendships to be made. Scout was abandoned when Suzy found him but what will happen if his real owner responds to the posters of the dog around the Island ?
A cute dog, a grumpy Scotsman, whiskey and a beauty Hebridean Island, what more could you ask for in a story.
Fiona Gibson's books never fail. They are always a good read. They make you laugh and make you cry.
I always look forward to reading her latest.

Firstly huge thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books for my ARC in exchange for an honest review

I was hooked with the title as it was oozing Flatshare vibes (blame the romantic in me ) and the cover was screaming at me wanting a hug *sigh*. The Dog Share tells the story of a woman who has left a business that could almost be no-existent and so tries to make it work while rescuing the cutest stray. I was expecting swoon-worthy romance from the first chapter but it wasn't so. Book does also touch on found family, friendship, and how dogs can bring people together. I do look forward to reading more Fiona Gibson books.

The Dog Share is a contemporary chick-lit novel. Suzy Medley is in over her head, but the unconditional love of a small terrier helps her turn her life around. It's uplifting and heartwarming - with Scout by her side, it seems as though there's nothing that Suzy can't do!

The story is mainly set on a remote Scottish island with a bustling, close-knit community and all the highs and lows of island life. Many of the inhabitants are employed by the local whisky distillery, but with the business' future hanging in the balance, tensions are high as Suzy embarks on her own island adventure.

Suzy herself is friendly and intelligent, yet lacking in self-confidence and belief in her own capabilities. She's instantly likeable and it's all too easy to relate to her. With a string of failed relationships, two grown-up children flying the nest, and the threat of bankruptcy looming on the horizon, the last thing Suzy needs is a new pet and a relocation. However, with a strong plan, plenty of helping hands, and a small pup by her side, Suzy is determined to make the best out of her situation. She is bold, brave, and inspiring - sometimes, you have to step outside your comfort zone to truly reach your full potential.

The romance element to the story is a sideline to the main plot, rather than being the overarching focus of the book. It's understated and natural - plus it has the perfect meet-cute situation! While the developing relationship is sweet and enjoyable to read about, the real star of the story is Scout and his own relationships with each of the main characters. Everyone loves Scout, and he loves them all back equally. Who doesn't love a story about a rescue dog finding their forever home?

Part romance, part contemporary fiction, and partly just a simple reflection on the love of animals, The Dog Share is a delightful read sure to warm your heart!

Thank you NetGalley and Avon books for the ARC of this book in exchange for my review.

First, the author did a wonderful job setting the scene. I could picture the setting almost as if I’d visited before.

However, I went into the book expecting a romantic comedy and this is not it. This is more like a “found family” novel. The main characters didn’t meet until halfway through, which made for a slow buildup. Which is great if for those that enjoy that journey, that’s just not for me. Maybe it’s because I have little kids and my attention span is zilch.

this book is just incredibly CONFUSING and for absolutely no reason at all.

I had to dnf it at around 50%, and even at that point, I couldn't tell you what was going on.

This has a decent idea around it but executed very poorly, and the only reason I was even reading this was for the dog(NOT ENOUGH OF THE DOG IN THE BOOK).