BRB while I go book myself a trip to Scotland!

The atmospheric setting was absolutely stunning! I loved learning about all Scottish culture!

I never in a million years thought that I’d be into a kilt wearing man…but here we are lol

Logan is far from perfect- but I loved him SO much for all his imperfections

I really liked Addie – I loved the journey she took to reminisce about her late mother…while also finding love along the way.

I loved how much emotional depth this book had!

I also thought the roller coaster ride of emotions that played into Addie & Logan’s relationship qualms was very realistic. While their meet cute was ADORABLE not everything was sunshine and rainbows – which I really appreciated.

I didn’t realize that this book was going to have some spicy scenes.. but I was soooo here for it!!

I absolutely SWOONED over the epilogue – UGH! It was so so so cute!!

This was such a cute debut and I cannot wait to read more of Alexandra’s stories!

Thank you to Harlequin Trade Publishing, Canary Street Press, And Netgalley for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

This book gave me a huge sense of wanderlust - to Scotland especially. I honestly felt like I traveled there lol with Logan's guiding skills. I adore Logan and Addie, individually and as a couple!

Addie has been avoiding visiting Scotland given its connection to her mother who died over two decades ago. Her dad has closed her and the world off as a result of this. She has resorted to traveling as a way to avoid grieving her completely and to avoid making permanent connections with people, given her fears of her loved ones leaving her unexpectedly. She can only avoid going to Scotland for so long because her travel agency assigned her to a touring company in the country that needs help with their business. Enter Logan hot tour guide Sutherland. Logan is getting ready to inherit the business from her father but refuse to make any changes bc last time he did, he lost his brothers as partners.

I appreciate the character development between the characters. The banter and the office pranks are great comic relief! I love the vivid description on each of the place that was mentioned in the country, to where I'm literally googling each place mentioned! I honestly wanted to visit this country after learning about its culture and history! I also love the Sutherland family overall and Elyse. This is such a beautiful story of moving on and embracing grief, while still giving yourself the time and opportunity to enjoy happiness in the present and appreciate the company presented in front of us!

Thank you sooo much NetGalley for the eARC in exchange of an honest review!

4.5⭐️


Addie, a travel consultant sent to work with The Heart of the Highland tour company in Scotland. The one country she’s been avoiding for the last 10 years. She’s still grieving the loss of her mother and trying to recapture the magic of travel.
Logan, aka Logan NOT hot Scottish tour guide. A giant cinnamon roll helping to run his families tour company and weaver of stories. Desperate to keep to tradition, not let his family down, and keep everyone close.
The two couldn’t be more different. Logan with his family business and strong ties to his county. And Addie, drifting around the globe with minimal connections. But there is an immediate connection between these two. Even when they’re butting heads in the office, they know there’s a spark there.
The writing in this was so good. I felt like I was touring Scotland along with Addie. I wanted to look up tickets to Scotland in the hopes I could find a tour and tour guide like Logan. I definitely recommend this story.

Thank you to Alexandra and HTP books for the early read.

In the enchanting novel “Kilt Trip” by Alexandra Kiley, readers go on a captivating journey through the rugged Scottish Highlands. With a blend of romance, historical tidbits, and a dash of steamy fun, this debut novel is a delightful escape into a world where kilts swirl and hearts collide.

Meet Addie Macrae. She’s an American travel consultant who has explored more than 70 countries, but none holds as much significance as her latest destination: Scotland. Her mission is twofold: revamp the family-owned Heart of the Highlands tour company and, perhaps more importantly, come to terms with her late mother's memory. The Scottish landscape becomes a canvas for Addie's emotional journey, as she grapples with grief and seeks solace in the land her mother loved.

Meet Logan Sutherland. He’s a kilt-wearing Scotsman with a killer brogue. Logan is the company owner's son, and he's staunchly opposed to Addie's "gimmicky" ideas for the tours. He believes in creating magical, authentic experiences rather than catering to social media trends. Their clash of perspectives sets the stage for a battle of wills: one that soon blurs the line between business and pleasure.

As Addie and Logan take turns attending each other's proposed tours, they discover hidden gems across the Highlands. Logan reveals the soul-stirring places her mother once visited, and Addie finds herself drawn to him despite her determination to keep emotions at bay. The chemistry between them sizzles, and Logan's swoon-worthy looks and irresistible accent leap off the page.

“Kilt Trip” deftly weaves together themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Kiley masterfully portrays Addie's internal conflict, the tug-of-war between her head and heart, as she grapples with grief and navigates her growing feelings for Logan. His patience and compassion provide a soothing balm for Addie's wounded soul.

The Scottish setting is more than mere backdrop; it's a character in its own right. Kiley's vivid descriptions transport readers to mist-shrouded glens, ancient castles, and windswept cliffs. Whether it's the haunting beauty of Loch Ness or the cozy warmth of a Highland pub, the landscape comes alive, enveloping readers in its magic.

Kilt Trip celebrates the power of nature to heal and rejuvenate. As Addie hikes through heather-covered hills and listens to the whisper of the wind, she begins to unravel the knots of grief that bind her. The Highlands become a mirror for her own journey: a place where memories intertwine with hope, and where love blooms unexpectedly.

The pacing is brisk, with just the right balance of heartache and humour. Kiley's prose flows effortlessly, capturing the essence of Scotland's rugged allure. And yes, there are many, many kilts! Bonus? Each one contains a tantalizing promise of passion and adventure.

This is a stellar debut that will sweep readers off their feet, while it transports them to a land where tartans flutter and love knows no bounds. Kiley's enchanting storytelling invites us to believe in second chances, both in love and in life. So grab your favourite blanket, brew a cup of tea, and lose yourself in a magic land where romance awaits around every misty corner.

Thank you to NetGalley, Harlequin Trade Publishing, and Canary Street Press for a temporary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I’m not sure I enjoyed the journey of this book as much as I wished I would.

Addie frustrated me a lot during this book, also her company. But I jut couldn’t get my head around people coming into a company completely changing it and leaving. I know it might work for some companies but take the actually company opinion to heart. And going behind the backs of the company you are trying to help. Absolutely not

The romance was really cute. I absolutely adore Logan. He was so sweet and kind. Also pretty understanding! And sounded delightful in his kilt. Also so happy he got all of his dreams. He deserves it! ! I am also happy that Addie got off her high horse, and started treating herself better. She was super hard on herself

All in all, it is a quick enemies to lover, with forced proximity which definitely had its moments. Thank you NetGalley, Alexandra Kiley and the publisher for the arc

I had such a fun time with this story. I loved that there were bits of Scottish history embedded throughout the book and I think the author did a great job helping the reader visualize the settings. I felt the characters had a great depth to them and loved getting to watch their experiences with character growth and soul searching throughout the book. Only complaint is that the book did feel a bit slow at times.

Read if you enjoy:
-Scotland Setting
-Slow-Burn
-Rivals to Lovers
-He falls first

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This book was so stinking cute, and it had me wanting to jump on a plane to Scotland. I’d first like to thank Netgalley for the ARC of Kilt Trap. Kilt Trap is a rivals to lovers romance that follows Addie, a travel consultant who has a hard time letting people in, and Logan, a grumpy tour guide who is very resistant to change. There is great banter between Addie and Logan and lots of tension! But once the tension breaks, the romance heats up! Addie’s journey of self-discovery was very well written and I loved the resolution for her character. The epilogue had me absolutely giddy. This was just such a cute story, it was what I needed today! Kilt Trap is an adult romance, 18+ for sexual content

Kilt Trap by Alexandra Kiley is an intriguing & absolutely immersive banter-filled romance between a Scottish Highlands tour guide & the travel consultant hired to save their struggling family business. I was fascinated & enthralled with the setup of this novel thanks to the magical setting of Scotland as well as learning more about the history of the country & the aspects of the tourism business.

The acknowledgements say this is a love letter to Scotland & you can totally tell. As someone that’s always wanted to visit, this was like taking a mini vacation there.

Kilt Trap is great for fans of
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Romance Abroad
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Banter
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Forced Proximity

I love when romance books have a pair that starts as rivals & with this couple’s polar opposite & competing ideas, this book delivers on this! The chemistry of the pair created the perfect space for the rapid conversations & banter that took place between them that was just scrumptious. I really enjoyed the authors writing style & the beautiful way they showcased the gorgeous landscape of a setting. It was a delight having a hero that uses endearments like lass. If they could do an audiobook that had the hero’s lines said with a Scottish accent, that would be such a treat.

For some reason, I think thanks to the visiting heroine in another country aspect, it was giving me reminders of The Holiday, which is one of my all time favorite movies. I cannot wait to see what this author does next.

If you’re looking to escape to Scotland & fall in love, I highly recommend checking out The Kilt Trap!

Massive thanks to NetGalley & Canary Street Press for the gifted copy, which I voluntarily read & reviewed.

I also plan to post to my social & add links once I do.

Like with many readers, if there’s a story set in Scotland, I’m in. The backdrop is gorgeous, the romantic in me is swooning from page one.

Now, I loved the tension in this book. The way they went from interested strangers to enemies to more, it was 🧑‍🍳 😘.

Logan was seriously the sweetest, most earnest MMC I’ve read. I loved him. And Addie was really great, but that third act breakup was painful, and a bit frustrating. I hated that she was so stubborn in how she dealt with him. Now, I don’t really mind a flawed FMC, but I wish she would have seen that in herself a bit.

TW/CW: sex, past parental death

Read if you like: travel off the beaten path, wanderlust, castles & ruins, clan heritage & Scottish history, found family & family of origin, community, and of course - a hot guide in a kilt. Bonus; if you're an Outlander fan, you'll hear the verra, verra sexy accent in your head, ye ken?

By the back half of the book, I was hooked and planning my own trip to Scotland, but I will admit that I was probably 40% of the way in before I felt truly invested. The start/stop of the romantic interest threw me a bit and I had a hard time believing the enemies portion of the story. Overall, I thought it was a good book with some GREAT elements. I loved the relationships and the experiences of grief and risk and loss and failure that Kiley explores with her characters. Vulnerability is such a beautiful gift and I loved how Kiley wove that into Addie and Logan's story.

Thank you to NetGalley and Canary Street Press for an advanced e-galley in exchange for my honest feedback.

(TW: prior loss of a parent)

Writing a review is a bit of a backwards experience. Typically I remember the end (since it’s the most fresh in my mind) and this is the case with Alexandra Kiley’s debut because SWOON! THAT ENDING! THAT EPILOGUE! It could not have been more perfect.
I think Kiley is an author who really knows her characters and knows who they are and how they’d act. Nothing ever seems out of character, even the third act breakup felt plausible to me. Having fully realized MCs coupled with a book that is very much plot driven as well made me feel like I knew and understood Logan and Addie.
Addie is an escapist. When things are tough she can just hop on a plane and has never taken much stock in making connections with people ever since the loss of her mother and subsequent loss of her father (to grief). So to be the point person for a travel consulting firm is the perfect job for her where she can immerse herself in others’ needs. But what makes this a love story is that Addie never expects Logan. Logan is such a caretaker and thoughtful about every move he makes with Addie. He is the epitome of “hot Highlander”, and yet he very easily becomes tuned in to Addie as she works with his travel tour company. I loved how intuitive he was with Addie, even when they initially didn’t get along, he was still very aware of her.
It seems that I read very few romances where the FMC is assertive (without being a b$tch), and take charge (without steamrolling) in the bedroom and I loved Addie vocalizing her wants. Even still, as aggressive in the workplace and bedroom that Addie seems, she is afraid of emotions and being vulnerable. We see her bravely living out her mom’s photos but afraid to make lasting connections to Logan. And through it all he is patient, sensitive, and uses storytelling to help her open up to him.
This book has a great meet-cute that helps spark Addie and Logan’s attraction. The first half really felt like it was setting up the story, which is important, but the romance doesn’t kick in until the second half of the book. In that respect I’d deem it a slowburn. Once it did I was all in and especially loved Logan’s trip for Addie. I cannot wait to see what Alexandra Kiley will write next and sure wouldn’t mind seeing Logan’s brother Jack get his own HEA. Thank you to Canary Street Press and Harlequin Trade Publishing for my advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

Book: Kilt Trip
Author Alexandra Kiley
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🪭🪭 (but that desk bang though…🥵)

Plot poorly told through Emojis
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CWs: death of a parent, abandonment of a parent, alcohol use

Alexandra Kiley's "Kilt Trip" transported me to the captivating culture and picturesque landscapes of Scotland with its vivid descriptions and immersive storytelling, reigniting my longing to revisit the enchanting country.

Addie Macrae is an experienced travel consultant who has journeyed to various far-flung destinations, excluding Scotland due to her emotional baggage surrounding her deceased mother’s homeland. However, when she is assigned to resuscitate a struggling family-run tour company in the Scottish Highlands in order to secure her job, Addie overcomes her trepidation and unleashes her professional charm to tackle the challenge with confidence. Amidst the financial crisis faced by his family's tour company, Logan Sutherland, a fervent, kilt wearing tour guide, remains committed to sharing Scotland's enigmatic beauty and hidden secrets to tourists, even if it means compromising the company's profitability.

There was an undeniable spark between Logan and Addie from the moment they met, even though they soon found themselves on opposite sides of the same coin. Once Logan learned that Addie was the outsider hired by his father to modernize their family business, their relationship turned contentious, and they became adversaries. Their initial rivalry may have begun with playful workplace pranks, but it soon escalated to a full-blown competition, with Logan and Addie creating itineraries for each other to prove whose approach was superior. As they journeyed across the breathtaking Scottish countryside, Logan helps Addie explore her mother's heritage, aiding her in finding the closure she had long sought. Along the way, however, their relationship began to shift, and they found themselves drawn to each other romantically, their connection growing stronger with each passing day.

Alexandra Kiley's vivid portrayal of Scotland, heartwarming "found family" dynamics, and deep emotional connections between the characters made for an unforgettable read. Thank you for sharing this wonderful book with me, I am eagerly anticipating Kiley's next book.

Thank you to @akileybooks, @canarystreetpress and @netgalley for this eARC!

This book was good – damnable praise, I know. It was too long for me. I think if it was shorter, I could imagine liking this a whole lot more. That’s not to say there aren’t other problems, but the real problem is that I don’t want my romance reading to feel like a chore.

I enjoyed the setting, the push-pull relationship between Addie and Logan and the growth of the characters. I was less of a fan of Addie's character development tied so closely to grief over parental loss, and would have liked to see more change on this earlier.

The writing was funny, and it made me want to go to Scotland! I received an ARC, but the opinions are my own.

This book was everything I wanted it to be… but also more.

I love an enemies to lover, miscommunication trope situation so this was right up my alley. Along with that, banter between Logan and Addie was so great. It just added to the chemistry between them and I was outright giggling!

This book was also so tender and gentle and loving. I wasn’t expecting it to be so sentimental and I loved it. With elements of loss, guilt, anger, reflection, discovery, and that fear of the unknown… it was so relatable and real. Especially when it came to Addie connecting with her Mom’s story.

This book had me smiling and getting teary eyed all in the same sitting. While some of the character development for the secondary characters (Jack, Elyse, Neil, Devika) felt a little rushed, they still felt lovable. I want more of this group… maybe sequels about Logan’s brothers, Jack and Reid?!

Read this, you’ll love it! The fun, spice, romance, adventure, humor, found family feelings… it’s just a great time being in Edinburgh with our Addie!

Though when you read it, maybe you’ll end up agreeing with me that, at the end of the day, we all just actually want to be in Scotland with the Gertie to our Birdie 💚

I could have devoured this book in one sitting but I wanted to savor it. Anyone who has traveled to Scotland will immediately understand that Kiley perfectly captured the appreciation that the Scottish people have for their country, as well as the magic of the formidable land. The friction between Addie's emotional walls and Logan's empathy and love was just right.

Addie is your person who has every emotional wall up. She's someone who has the work ethic that you admire but sometimes feel sorry for her lack of ability to forge meaningful connections. Logan is your person who you're envious of for having that natural charm that gets you almost everything you desire but he's also that person you can't always trust with serious matters. So much adoration for one another. So much tension. You want to root for these characters throughout the entire book and hope for a happy ending.

If after reading Kilt Trip. you don’t want to pack your bags and head to Scotland, then I think you need to re-read it and let that wanderlust fill you up.

The instant attraction between Addie and Logan is palpable, but it’s quickly followed by resentment that is fueled by stubbornness that helps to build the sexual tension between the two. As they spend more time together, their understanding of one another grows, and their relationship blossoms into something much more than either anticipated.

Alex does a beautiful job weaving in the simmering feelings of Addie’s past into the present day, building empathy for our FMC as she struggles to find a way to move forward personally and professionally.

Logan is also forced to finally deal with grudges, miscommunication, and learning how to let go and adapt with his own family.
Following Addie’s and Logan’s journeys had me laughing, pensive, and even crying.

And of course we find out what’s under Logan’s kilt.

Thanks to Canary Street Press and the author for early copies of the book. All thoughts are my own.

⭐️: 4.5/5
🌶️: 3/5
Format: 📱 eARC

Wow wow wow wow wow, I LOVED this! This book made me FEEL. And I'm talking, like, fully engaged. I cried no fewer than 7 times. At 30% in, I'd already cried three times. There's almost no higher compliment I can give than to say that a book moved me.

Often, romance novels have us working through something internal to find our worth, but Kiley takes us on a journey with Addie through her grief, a darker journey than we usually get, and it's exquisite. We truly get to grow with Addie as she works through grief she'd packed away for so long after losing her mom. Logan also worked through things, and he was by no means one-dimensional, but Addie's development is what drew me in.

I definitely would have liked to learn more about other characters more in-depth, but Kiley has left the door open for spin-offs, with multiple characters that we'd love to hear about as well, with brothers and coworkers still single and potentially looking. I hope to get that additional development somehow, but the supporting cast was strong in driving Addie and Logan's stories in a way that wasn't completely predictable.

As someone without much knowledge of Scotland, I can't speak to accuracy, but I did enjoy the setting, the language, and learning. It gave things a very romantic and wistful vibe, which definitely helped the tension. There was a looot of sexual tension and banter, so the spice was good! It wasn't super graphic and remained solidly in the vanilla range, so I'd rate it medium salsa!

Overall, I just really, really enjoyed this. Highly recommend!

"She'd shown him her broken pieces and her sharp edges, and maybe that was enough. They could give in, and it wouldn't pull her under."

Travel consultant Addie Macrae is tasked with revamping a struggling family-owned tour company in Scotland; unfortunately for her, the owner’s son Logan despises change and has his own ideas on how to run the business. Together, they must find a happy medium and save the business without getting distracted by each other.

Who doesn’t love a romance set in Scotland? To me, this was such a cosy read! These characters had such fun banter, and the author wrote such vivid descriptions of the Highlands throughout Logan and Addie’s adventures, and even included historical details, which I loved! It made me want to rewatch Outlander. Overall, this book further pushed my need to visit Scotland!

Thank you to NetGalley & Canary Street Press for sending me an ARC!

A Scottish rom-com that will make you want to book a trip to the highlands. Addie and Logan are an adorable set of main characters. The story is written in dual POV and it adds depth to the story and a side of miscommunication trope. If you are like me and anything Scottish gets you going this book will be for you.

I always love a story where two people who are opposites have to work together. The potential for humor is so fun! While I enjoyed this one, it felt a bit predictable.

It could be argued that I read too much romance. I read over 300 books last year and most of them were romance. However, I don't often feel like a book is predictable or not interesting. I love new characters and stories. This one did feel predictable. There were moments of this book I really enjoyed but I wanted more banter and the characters to want their HEA more. I understood why Addie was hesitant to let people in but it also felt like she was just scared. When you mess up because you are scared you need to grovel. We didn't see that from her.

I think if you haven't read much Scottish romance the setting of this one may be fun. Also, if you haven't read much romance this story may not seem predictable at all.