Travel writer Katie Campbell doesn’t stay in one place for too long. Cause when you stay, you get attached, and if there’s one thing Katie doesn’t need, it’s getting attached to a place or people. But staying at Craighill House and meeting Graeme McKerrow threatens all of that. The misadventure of Miss Adventure land her in the lives of Graeme and his family, and for the first time in a long time, Katie begins to learn what it means when for home to be a place and a person.

So here’s the thing. I loved Authentically, Izzy and Positively, Penelope. Like, really loved them. This book completely blew them out of the water. I cannot begin to tell you when the last time was I laughed to hard reading a book. As funny as this book was though, it was also filled with so much heart. At its heart, this book is really about finding where you belong, and I feel like Pepper Basham perfectly wove the faith element through that theme. And don’t even get me started on how much I loved the setting of this book! Scotland? Check. Downton Abbey-esque house with plenty of Downton Abbey references? Check. Check. The whole book from start to finish was just an absolute pleasure to read!

I cannot recommend this book enough if you’re looking for a good wholesome rom-com filled with some really great faith elements!

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REVIEW-Some Like It Scot by Pepper Basham

Filled with all the feel-good, romantic high points! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

If you like a story which provides a virtual visit to a charming isle in Scotland, the warmth of a tight knit community, and a ruggedly handsome kilt-wearing hero, this is a book for you!

Such fun happens when the travel-writing heroine, Katie Campbell, finds herself attending a three-week reenactment of the Edwardian time period at an impressive manor house on an old estate. During the experience, she encounters various “misadventures” where, Graeme MacKerrow, the Hot Scot, truly comes to her rescue.

I enjoyed the development of the grumpy/sweet romance between two different personalities who reluctantly realized they were meant for each other. The slow burn is delicious as the attraction between the couple heats. Be still, my Scottish-loving heart!

Plus a story with a cute bookshop which serves tea and scones is definitely my kind of happy place. I truly found this story, with its sweet thread of hope and faith, a delight! Author Pepper Basham skillfully creates a touching romance and a charming community filled with heartwarming characters I’ll long remember.

Favorite quotes:
“It’s one of the comforts in losing a loved one, ye ken? The love lingers long.”
“It’s not about your hold on God. It’s about His hold on you.”

*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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This is a very popular rom-com author, so I had high expectations. There was a lot of repetition, and the clumsy girl angle got to be a bit too much. Some parts came to a resolution way too quickly. The writing felt a bit disjointed and the ending seemed rushed. This wasn't necessarily a bad book. I am just not the target market.

Me! I like it Scot! No surprise, Pepper Basham's latest is a delight. The Scottish setting is magical. Katie's journey to finding a place to belong, and people to belong with, is so relatable. As is her difficulty in resisting the #hotscot in her life. Graeme is definitely swoon-worthy, what with his heroic tendencies and his accent. I adored Graeme's family, specifically his mom, Mirren, and his little nephew, Lachlan. They added a sweet family vibe to the story, giving Katie a sense of home and family that had been sorely missing in her life.

Katie's misadventures and love of puns adds a laugh-out-loud humor to the story. She ends up with several run-ins with wildlife native to the islands, most notably highland cows and puffins. And the Edwardian experience adds plenty of opportunity for hijinks.

If you love the grumpy/sunshine romance trope, gorgeous settings, a fancy manor home, adorable kids, and interactions with local wildlife, Some Like it Scot is for you!

Love, love, love this book!! Captivating storyline, enduring characters, and breathtaking scenery, what more could you want? This story is good for the heart and had me smiling and sometimes laughing out loud as I read it. Expertly written in such detail the words come to life in your imagination from the gorgeous views of Scotland, the funny antics Katie finds herself in not to mention the hot Scot, Graeme.

Katie Campbell is a traveling journalist and podcaster who mishaps always follow. Her funny antics showcase her great sense of humor and adventure. Traveling to her ancestral homeland of Scotland will prove to challenge her thinking of herself, family, home, and her own story. I love the sense of humor, kindness, and genuineness of her character!

Graeme MacKerrow is a traditional Scotsman who loves his family and homeland above all. His fight to save his family home leads him to lent it to out to bring in money causing his path to collide with American Katie Campbell. Although from different worlds, can these two discover things are not always as different as they seem and perhaps discover more about their own story?

This book is a must read! It is humorous, romantic, entertaining, and yet thought provoking. I had a difficult time putting it down and was sad to see it end!

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I loved all things about this book.
That Katie was a tall girl and Graeme was an extra large guy. They both had their insecurities but together they made it work for the best.
And I adored 8 year old Lachlan and his dog, Wedge.

The book totally made me want to visit Scotland. I never understood why others yearned to go there. But now, I’m all in. Pepper’s descriptions of the land were so appealing and fascinating.

I really liked the ending! The faith thread was so relevant and woven throughout the story.
All in all, this book is so well written and appealing in so many ways, I am sure I will be recommending it to everyone!

Thank you to Net Galley for allowing me to read this book. The opinions are entirely my own.

Delightfully witty, filled with mental scenery and a host of characters bringing joy to readers. Prepare for snickers and grins from Katie's mishaps as she finds adventures and more within the Scottish island.

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I loved this book. The cover is so cute so it prompted me to request it. Katie is a travel writer who shares her adventures on her social media platform. Her latest trip sends her to Scotland. It's all fun and games until she starts to fall for a Scot. Katie loves to travel and enjoys going place to place without getting attached. The countryside of Scotland made me fall even more in love with this novel. I loved the romance in this book and how the author touches on some more serious topics but avoids bringing down the overall feeling of the book.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

It was an okay book, but I don’t think I was the right audience for it. It was veeeeery slow burn and has more references about Church and God in the second half of the book (which, again, wasn’t for me).

However, I’m certain there’s an audience for this book.

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An instant add to my favorite books list! A perfect read for anyone looking for a romantic story with plenty of humor.

Anyone who has ever felt like they don't quite belong, and struggles with self-image, plus dysfunctional family dynamics, will find a kindred spirit in Katie. Loved her optimism and kindness towards others, even those who were difficult. I smiled and laughed out loud through the whole book. There are some serious parts too, with a bit of inspiration to add depth and hope.
A slow burn romance with a lot of fun banter, and some swoon worthy kisses, should satisfy any romance fans. Throw in some charming side characters, especially the wise Mirren, an adorable boy, and even a villain, and there is enough to keep it interesting clear through. It made me want to visit Scotland and see the places mentioned.

This was a book to savor and enjoy at a leisurely pace, though it would be easy to read in just a few sittings too. I didn't want it to end! It would make a fun vacation or beach read. Highly recommend! 5 stars

Some Like it Scot by Pepper Basham is a wonderful rom-com with heart.

Katie Campbell is a travel writer notorious for her misadventures. The mishaps Katie gets into during her visit to Scotland made me laugh out loud several times while reading. Yet, there’s more to Katie Campbell than the accidents that seem to happen to her wherever she goes. Hidden inside her is the deep desire to be loved unconditionally. Then there’s Graeme MacKerrow. This “hot Scot” might give all the classic “grump” vibes, but underneath his brusqueness is a tender heart. I especially liked how several characters in the story, including Graeme, show God’s unconditional love to Katie. And both main characters learn to trust God more. By the time I was reading the last 10% or so of the book, I was crying happy sappy tears that wouldn’t quit. It was such a sweet, romantic story! Simply wonderful!

A five star read for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

If you enjoy stories set in Scotland, hilarious yet relatable characters, and a happily ever after ending, then be sure to grab a copy of Some Like it Scot! I will be preordering a copy to reread for sure!

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Katie is 6'1", loves puns, and is a travel writer on a 3-week stay in a small town in Scotland, where she can explore her family roots. She meets Graeme and his family. The story explored grief and acceptance.

Whew, what a story!! It took me a bit to find my rhythm in this one, but that was mostly due to life’s distractions.
This story is so, so good!
And relatable!!
Parts of Katie’s story had me crying, and others had me laughing…
This story is about finding a place to belong. But, it's so much more than that - it's finding those people that truly make you feel at home.
Katie is hilarious. And her #hotscot was fun to read about, too!
This story is one of my favorites of the year, and that's saying a lot!!
I can’t wait to read more about these delightful characters!

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Katie is a travel writer who has gathered a following on social media for the misadventures she has while on her trips. Her latest trip takes her to the Isle of Mull in Scotland where she is signed up to partake in an immersion Edwardian experience. Katie has been determined not to put down roots anywhere so far in her life but she is captured by the landscape, the locals and and one Scot in particular.

A lovely, easy to read book with slow burn yet swoony romance. Basham writes in a light hearted style yet still manages to deal with bigger issues within the story.

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Well, this was just the most heartwarming story I've read in a while! Pepper Basham has created two flawed, but utterly beautiful main characters who just stole my heart. And red headed sidekick, Lachlan, was just the icing on the cake!

A travel writer named Katie and a man named Graeme (who shows up in a kilt here and there) combine in this sweet romance in Scotland. There may or may not be a feisty Highland coo as well!

I received an arc from netgalley, but all enthusiastic opinions are my own!

Very enjoyable. This was my first by the author but I will be checking out her other works. This story was a bit of of a slower start for me, but picked up and was an engrossing romance. I really liked how this was faith-based but still very much a great romance. There was kissing, but was a chaste story. The book dove into some deeper topics such as grief of siblings (off page), and how they each struggled in their own to work thru the grief. I found this to be a refreshing romance. Check it out!

Thank you Thomas Nelson Fiction for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Another absolute winner from this author. I thought it was part of the skymar series when I added it to my list but it isn’t. What a great new book. I could see so many chances for stories with these characters .

I loved Katie’s story so much and her wounded way of looking at the world with humor and positivity. Graeme was such a lovable bore of a Scot His rough exterior quickly lead to the soft interior and his desire to take care of others.

Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for allowing me to read and review this book. All opinions are my own.

Brilliant I loved this story. It brought back so many great memories of my Glaswegian uncle. I enjoyed all aspects, but most of all the found family. I really hope that one day this story will be brought even further to life with an audio book 😍

What a sweet love story! I love all the puns. The Scottish accent in my head as I imagined Graeme speaking was fantastic ❤️ I enjoyed every bit of this book.

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I enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the beautiful descriptions of the setting, and the characters were fun to read about!