Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Highlands Homecoming didn't quite hit the mark for me. While it wasn't a bad book by any means, it didn't leave a lasting impression either. The story was solid, but it didn't quite captivate me or stand out from other books in the genre. The characters and the setting were enjoyable enough, but there wasn't anything particularly unique or memorable about them.

I think this book will appeal to fans of historical romance or Highland-themed stories, but for me, it didn't make the list of top favorites. It was a decent read, but not one I would rush to recommend.

3 stars—It was okay, just not for me.

This was a cute story. Dave and Melissa are going through a divorce, and Melissa starts dating Dave's lawyer. Melissa inherits a house in Scotland and moves there, while Dave tries to claim the house in the divorce. While in Scotland, they celebrate Burns Supper a holiday dedicated to the late poet, Robert Burns. I didn't know anything about this Scottish tradition, and I really liked learning about it. Interesting and quick read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Flying Cactus Publishing for allowing me to read and review this ARC.

Cute, quick and cozy holiday read. Having not read the first two books yet (oops 😬), I still found the story easy to follow. Now I’m off to read the first two.

Do you need a dose of sparkle and cheer? This book is it! Great cast of characters and a storyline that is a bucket of joy!! It encapsulates all those feelings you get from the holiday season and all the vibes from a really good Hallmark movie. I mean- who doesn’t want to inherit a home in the Highlands? Great MC’s you root for too!! It’s a very cozy and cute romance that does not disappoint. Enjoyed it so much I’ll be checking out the other books in the series. Highlands Homecoming has me wanting to book the next flight to Scotland!

Amy Quick Parrish is a marvel at bringing the Scottish Highlands into the forefront while continuing the challenges of Melissa Mackenzie as she pursues her quest to find a new home in Scotland and a new love with Colin. The reintroduction of the evil ex, Dave, is the perfect level of antagonist to keep this story line challenging. This story line has infinite possibilities for future books!

Melissa is finalizing her divorce when her soon to be ex-husband Dave causes chaos. He’s suddenly decided he wants half of Melissa’s house in Scotland. To add to the drama, Melissa has recently started a romance with her ex-husband’s attorney, Colin.

There were a lot of things happening in this story. There was Melissa and Dave’s divorce, Melissa and Colin’s romance, Lindsay’s opening of the new inn, Colin’s father’s romance and injury…it was just a lot for a novella. Overall the romance was cute and I did enjoy the Scottish history that was included.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.

Highland Homecoming is the perfect book for anyone who, after Halloween, already feels the Christmas spirit settling over their town. I started this book knowing it would be a gentle read, not too long but captivating with its sweet atmosphere and calm style. Although it’s the third book in a series, there’s no issue with understanding, as it briefly recaps what happened previously.

In my opinion, it delivers what it promises: a warm companion for a few hours, where emotions take the lead, letting you escape into a world of fantasy. Recommended as a Christmas gift for incurable romantics.

This was such a quick read! I love anything Scotland so I had high hopes for this and it met those expectations. It is a great book to read during the wintery cold season.

Thank you netgalley, the author, and the publisher for a copy of this book to read and review.

I love that these novellas feel like the old times when you'd get a bit of a story every month of so. This chapter of the story however was a bit stressful! I did not need more of the ex-husband. (But I did trust the author to give me a happy/satisfying end, and it was delivered.)

Once again, Amy Quick Parrish has created a sweet romance, bursting with "details". The scenic descriptions of both Scotland and Boston, added a layer of warmth and authenticity. I also thoroughly enjoyed Amy's attention to detail in describing the food - it made each meal feel tangible and inviting. This is a wonderful "homecoming" for these characters, whom I enjoyed getting to know.

This is a short, fun, enjoyable read that kept me entertained from start to finish. The plot was fast paced but still managed to squeeze all the feelings out of me. I loved the setting and culture and Melissa and Colin were incredibly sweet.

This series is perfect for the upcoming Christmas season!

Thank you NetGalley, Flying Catcus Publishing and Amy Quick Parrish for the ARC!

I loved this third installment in Amy Quick Parish’s Holiday series. Set in Scotland and filled with Scottish lore and tradition, this collection of books offers sweet romance in a beautiful setting. They will set the tone for the holiday season! Easy, quick reads are the perfect treat for Christmas and New Year’s!

Thank you Amy Quick Parrish and Netgalley for the ARC!

I will say that I did not read the first two book in the series first, BUT I do not want that to detract anyone from reading the book, as it is a joy as a stand alone too!
I had been reading a lot of darker, heavier books leading into Halloween month, and this book was a much-needed departure into a lighter mood and feeling for me.
The book begins with our main character Melissa going through a lot of changes, both good and bad - finalizing a divorce, getting over the mental trauma of dealing with her ex, enheriting a home in Scotland (!!!), meeting the potential man of her dreams, moving from the US to Scotland...

A lot of this book reads like what you'd see on a Hallmark holiday movie, which I LOVE. You have funny, cheeky support characters, a loving and perky best friend, you have other character romance development happening...
Melissa is trying to move on and carve a new life for herself with this gift a home in the Highlands she inherited from a distant relative. Her skeavy ex Dave wants to try and steal the home from under her feet before their divorce is completely finalized. Dave sees Colin (his lawyer) with Melissa and aims to use this to get what he wants.
Amid the plot development are cozy scenes with friends and family, enjoying the winter season, descriptions of beautiful Scotland and its people, food, etc.
As someone who's been to Scotland 5 times and is a little obsessed, this would be my dream! This is a story that can sink into you like a cozy blanket in just a few sittings. Perfect for a cold, or rainy day, with quiet music on and a cup of coffee. I can't wait to read more of her work!

𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ★ ★ ★ ★
𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: November 01, 2024
𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪:

I absolutely love this series. I love books 1 and 2 and this is book 3 and it didn’t not disappoint. This is part of the Highlands Christmas Romance series. You don’t necessarily have to read the first two before this one but I highly recommend it because they are so cute!

Amy’s writing is always impeccable and I love her style, she keeps her readers in a trance and the flow and wording and the way you can see it all playing out in your mind as you read is my favorite. I loved her writing with this! The plot and characters were as usual likable and I loved each of them and what they brought to the storyline.

This book is fast paced and keeps you turning pages until that very last page. I quite literally cannot wait for more from our author, I just can’t get enough, Amy is an autobuy author for me always and I can’t shout enough praise loud enough!!! Put this fun holiday novella on your tbr right away.

Large thank you to our Author, NetGalley as well as Flying Cactus Publishing

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc!!

What a good book! I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. I loved the main characters! They had great chemistry and worked so well together. I loved how the book just flowed. My first by this author but will not be my last!! I live a good Christmasy book!!

Highlands Homecoming by Amy Quick Parrish. Was a cute fast paced story. Melissa inherits a house in Scotland after her divorce from Dave. And meets Colin Dave’s lawyer.

This is the third book in a series, but can easily be read as a standalone. The setting is beautiful, and the characters are good.

Let me just say that it was the perfect balance of sweet & funny. It is book three in the Highland Christmas Romance series, the author gives you an amazing recap of the first two books before you dive in. This book is a novella but it didn’t feel like it because of how much happened in this book. Would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a fast paced easy read.
Thank you Netgallery for the opportunity to read this ARC

Hello! Firstly, many thanks, indeed, to Netgalley for providing me a copy of Highlands Homecoming. I definitely enjoyed this book. While it was short, I think it was the perfect length to continue and highlight the lovely story of Melissa and Colin. This was my first book by this author I have read, but I was quickly caught up during the book as I continued to read through Highlands Homecoming. I must say that, originally, I was attracted to this novel by the title, cover and story, I became even more enamored of this book as I read chapter to chapter. The writing is wonderful, and Scotland has long been a goal of mine to visit. Highlands Homecoming made it that much more of a goal and that much more enticing. I think the interweaving of the characters and of their own personal stories was perfect. Of course Dave, the antagonist, did not fail to disappoint as an antagonist, but the essence and sparkle of this book made everything shine brightly - and win the day. :)

Es una historia corta y rápida de leer, con un final feliz asegurado.

Este es el tercer libro de Highlands Christmas Romance, y por fin se revela qué pasará con Melissa y Colin: ¿terminarán juntos o la distancia los separará?

Se confirma que lo mejor que pudo hacer ella fue pedir el divorcio a ese tipejo.



Spoilers ⚠️ ⚠️
No entendí la inclusión de la cena con la ex; no aportó nada, ni bueno ni malo, solo generó unos segundos de tensión para el lector y luego se ignoró por completo em tema. Lo mínimo que esperaba era que él mencionara a Melissa.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.