In “Some Like It Scot,” Pepper Basham weaves punny humor, Edwardian history enthusiasts, quirky characters, animal encounters of the comical kind, poignant themes of sibling grief, and a grumpy / sunshine romance into a braw narrative tartan.

An affectionate ode to Scotland, this contemporary rom-com will whisk readers away to the Isle of Mull with vibrant descriptions enchanted by whimsical folklore.

If you fancy a humorous highland misadventure, Some Like It Scot is sure to be your cup of heather tea!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own honest opinion.

Pepper Basham has done it again!

The whole premise of an "Edwardian experience" is fun and quirky. Most of the book takes place in Scotland, and I was happy to immerse myself in that beautiful setting. The adventure and "Miss Adventure" is quite entertaining!

The relationships that develop are so good! Sometimes I just want some loving, joyful people and this book has it. There are some serious topics, too, and I did cry. But I also cry at the God moments.

Katie and Graeme have my heart. Plus Graeme's mom and nephew. I might like this family more than Basham's Edgewood family in her Skymar trilogy! Highly recommended!

I listened to the audio. It was well done, quite entertaining, especially the accents!

I received an early audiobook as a member of NetGalley and was not required to write a favorable review. These are my own honest thoughts.

This is my first book by Pepper, and it won’t be my last!
Katie is running from life by being Misadventure, the travel writer. Graeme is determined to be the best uncle and keep his family together. When they both end up being a part of an Edwardian experience, things get complicated and hysterical (Think Austenland in Scotland with Edwardian dress.)

"Dancing with Katie Campbell fed my dreams. Bantering with her across the kitchen table fed my heart."

I adored the characters and how much I connected with them. They feel like people you know. Maybe it’s just my Scottish heritage, but I was here for it! Katie and Graeme are witty, kind and loveable as were all the side characters. I loved everything, the sheep, the puffins, Wedge, the quilting ladies, the hills, the small town, the rain, the dancing and the highland cow. 🙂

“I want to spend as much time with you as I can Katie, if you fancy spending time with me.”

AUDIO:
Oh my gosh, @tnzfiction the narrators Joshua Manning and Stina Nielsen @stinanielsen.actor @js_manning are amazing. It was so easy to listen to the story, even when I sped it up. They did a fantastic job with the Scottish brogue and bringing each of the characters to life. I could listen to the narration for Graeme all day long, so swoony. When he calls her Lass..or uses Katie Girl. The inflections and changes in their voices to each character was well done and easy to follow. It was an immersive experience and I will be looking for more books with these narrators. It felt like I was in with the characters where they were.

“I’ve been wandering a long time, trying to find out where I belonged, but I’ve never felt so much at home as when I’m with you.”

I really enjoyed reading Some Like it Scot! It is such a sweet romance with sizzle whenever the leads are together! Humorous at times and exciting! The author really immerses us into the world of Scotland. With its beautiful scenery, traditions and folklore! Katie travels the world telling others of her adventures (and misadventures) through her work as a travel writer! Then she literally falls all over her ‘hot Scot’. This grumpy sunshine romance is adorable and swoon worthy! The audiobook has the perfect narration for all those Scottish brogues. I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley in trade for my honest opinion. My thoughts are my own.

While I appreciate the chance to listen to this book, I don't think it was for me. I couldn't connect with the characters. I'm not sure if it was the writing or the narration that made it so difficult for me to get through, but I just couldn't do it. I found myself nodding off instead of actually listening. Given I was not able to connect with the book, I did not finish it. I'll be giving it 3 stars just as a base rating, as I think if I had read it instead of listened I would have liked it more.

Some Like It Scot offers a mix of romance, humor, and a dash of Scottish charm. Set in the picturesque Highlands, the story follows the chemistry that developed between Katie, a travel writer,  and a "hot" Scot. While the the banter between characters is fun, this book also explores themes like loss and grief. This books was a little tough for me to push through. I could not connect with Katie and Graeme's characters. Overall, it's an entertaining read that will appeal to fans of clean, Christian romances with a Scottish twist.
Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for giving me the opportunity to review this ARC.

If you’re a sucker for grumpy/sunshine dynamics, swoony heroes, and Scottish charm, Some Like It Scot will absolutely steal your heart—and maybe make you want to book a trip to the Highlands ASAP.

Pepper Basham delivers a delightful contemporary Christian romance full of heart, humor, and hunky Scots. The adorable meet-cute kicks things off with a smile, and it only gets better from there with a gorgeous Scottish setting (yes, there are Highland cows!) and a cast of lovable characters. Our tall, sunshiney travel writer heroine finds herself stuck in a historic Edwardian manor house alongside a broody Scot with a heart of gold. Cue the forced proximity, witty banter, and accidental chaos—aka “mid-adventures”—that had me laughing out loud more than once.

The dual POV gives us a rich glimpse into both characters’ hearts as they go from enemies to something much more. It’s also a beautiful tale of found family, especially thanks to a group of meddling (and hilarious) knitters who are absolutely impossible not to love.

With no spice, the focus stays on the emotional and spiritual connection, and the sweet slow burn is all the more satisfying because of it. Basham does a wonderful job weaving in faith and personal growth without ever feeling heavy-handed.

Whether you’re in it for the romance, the Scottish scenery, the humor, or the quirky cast, Some Like It Scot is a warm, witty, and winsome escape that will leave you grinning.

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

Summary: A restless American travel writer finds an unexpected sense of belonging—and love—with a reclusive Scottish craftsman during a three-week Edwardian immersion in the Highlands.

My Review: Some Like It Scot is a sweet, slow-burn romance set against the charming backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. While I didn't feel a strong spark of chemistry between the main characters, the story still offered plenty of heartfelt moments and swoon-worthy lines that made me smile. This is a clean read—with no spice or profanity—making it a cozy and wholesome pick. The author also weaves in some heavier themes but balances them with light humor and clever puns, creating a story that's both tender and uplifting.

Genres: Romance | Christian Fiction | Contemporary | Audiobook | Scotland | Christian | Fiction

Some Like It Scot is scheduled for publication on April 1, 2025, by Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio | Thomas Nelson Fiction.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this ARC audiobook for an honest review.

This book was just pure fun with a layer of deeper emotional heart mixed in. Katie is a travel writer who writes about her misadventures that seem to follow her wherever she goes. While she loves her life of seeing different places, her heart is secretly longing for a place she can call home. Graeme is the grumpy "hot Scott" who is trying to save his family homestead by temporarily renting the home to someone who is using it for "an Edwardian experience." The premise was original, great Scottish location, quirky characters, and adorable slow burn romance with a couple who totally deserved a happily ever after. Funny over the top moments with just the right amount of sweetness. I smiled so much throughout the book!

Great narration, too!

5 stars

I loved this! I'm usually a nonfiction reader but I'm a sucker for a love story in Scotland. This is definitely one for anyone who loves a good "American goes to Scotland not suspecting anything will happen and ends up finding the love of their life."

4.25 ⭐️- Cute, Sweet, and Smile Inducing

Pepper Basham did it yet again! And this might be my favorite book of hers yet! I enjoy her faith filled sweet romance books that are full of heart and character. ‘Some Like it Scot’ does an amazing job at capturing the beauty of the Scottish Countryside. Sign me up for a visit!

Katie Campbell is a heroine that towers at an above average six foot one. I’m going to admit that I knew I had to read this book after finding out that fact. I’m five foot ten and I never come across female leads that are tall. Let alone taller than me! Katie’s heart and wholesome personality won me over.

And the male hero of the story? Graeme MacKerrow? Total stud and a gentleman. A bit of a grump and totally clueless at what to make of Katie’s sunshine personality. It was fun watching the sparks fly between them.

Quick Snap Shot:
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Scotland, Isle of Mull
🗝️Immersive Edwardian Experience
❤️Warm characters
📚Cozy bookshops
🦜Klepto Parrot
✈️Globe Trotting
💪Highland Games
🥺Overcoming Grief and Loss
🙏Faith Elements
🔥Slow Burn

Thank you @ThomasNelson and @NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I had the opportunity to read and listen to the audiobook of Some Like it Scot by Pepper Basham and what a joy it was because the narrators they chose really brought Ms. Basham's words to life though her words don't need any help. When you hear the voices of Joshua Manning and Stina Nielsen reading her words you will think the characters grew legs and walked off the pages and into your world. The only thing that would have made it better is if Mr. Manning would have read all the male parts and Ms. Nielsen would have read all the female parts. but I'm thankful for what we have.
It is so hard to say who my favorite character is because I like them all except for one or two of them, but there was one little boy and his trusty sidekick who stole my heart when they came walking onto the page. You just can't help but fall in love with this little boy who loves Irn Bru as much as I do. I have only had it once while I was in Scotland back in 1997, but it is a taste that you can't forget.
Thomas Nelson, NetGalley and Pepper Basham for giving me this opportunity to read and this listen to this wonderful book.

I have already read and loved this book and am now enjoying the audio version. I am loving these two narrators. Ms. Nielsen presents a relaxing voice that carries Katie through all of her cute quips, opinions, shenanigans and inner thoughts. While Joshua Manning brings Graeme to life with his soft Scottish accent (oh, my) and his oh-so-perfect portrayal of mister matter-of-fact meets grumpy. They each read all of the voices for their particular chapters but that really didn’t bother me since these two narrators are so well paired.

Other things I love about the book itself? The heroine, a ginger-headed travel writer, Katie Campbell, is larger than life (no pun intended) who can’t live up to her mom’s expectations, is beyond accident prone and in need of a hero to save her in more ways than one.

Enter Graeme MacKerrow, a “handsome but grumpy, barrel-chested, blue-eyed Scot” who is closed off, owing to grief and hurt, when Katie “falls” into his life.

This book is suitable for teens and older with no inappropriate intimate scenes and no bad language. I received this audiobook from the author/publisher free of charge, with no expectation of a positive review.

What an enjoyable read!

Katie Campbell is vivacious and clumsy. Her character keeps this slow burn romance moving, as her antics alone carry the story and keep it fun and light. The added love interest adds to the story, along with the group of unique and endearing characters she meets and interacts with, (excluding the competition writer who will stoop to slander, to win and beat Katie for the coveted Vision Award).

I could almost see myself surrounded by the beautiful Scotland setting as I listened to this. The faith content was decently strong - it wasn't just a passing mention, nor was it the entire story. A very reasonable amount for real life, which makes it relatable.

This is my first Pepper Basham novel, but will NOT be my last. It was an absolute pleasure listening to this audiobook, and the narrators really brought the characters to life.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an advanced copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

I'm such a sucker for a Scottish man, and if there's a Scottish accent involved, the audiobook is always a must—I mean, that accent! Bonus points if he’s brooding and grumpy, which Graeme absolutely is. The dual narrators were fantastic and really brought both characters to life in a way that made the story even more immersive.

The book started off a little slow for me, but once we got both main characters' POVs, I was fully in. This was such a fun and unique romance set in the Scottish countryside, with a fresh twist: the heroine is a travel writer invited to stay at a manor and take part in a full-blown Edwardian roleplay experience.

The chemistry between Katie and Graeme sparked the moment they spoke. Katie, known for her misadventures, constantly finds herself in some pretty questionable situations—and who’s always there to come to her rescue? Yep, the grumpy Scot himself. Both Katie and Graeme are grieving the loss of a sibling, and I thought that emotional layer was handled with real care and depth.

I especially loved Katie’s journey of discovering what “home” really means to her as she becomes more connected to the sleepy little town and its people. The touches of Scottish lore throughout added even more richness, making me feel like I was right there in the Highlands.

Graeme and Katie’s romance is a slow, sweet burn—and I devoured every bit of it.

♡ Thank you for the free book + audiobook, TLC Book Tours, Thomas Nelson, NetGalley and author Pepper Basham.

I enjoyed this sweet romance story set in beautiful Scotland. I absolutely love a book that takes me to Europe, and the author did just that with her immersive writing. I also appreciate a little reprieve from the gratuitous spice taking over contemporary romance, and this book ticked that box. This was a slow burn romance with fun characters in a beautiful location. Our FMC is a Christian, so she did mention God a few times, which I thought was lovely. The cute cover is the cherry on top.

☊ Listening to this story via audiobook was wonderful. Narrators Joshua Manning and Stina Nielsen did an excellent job!

I’m a sucker for a pun and this title was no exception! The story was really sweet, wholesome and all around an amusing time! I think Katie and Graham were a perfectly quirky pair who understood each other better than they could have even thought possible. I enjoyed the audiobook of this one!

This was a sweet, funny read that addressed topics of grief/loss, growth, and faith.

THOUGHTS 💭
🐑 I loved having a relatable, clumsy character as our FMC. Trouble appears to follow Katie Campbell and that made for some wild situations. 😅
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 As an avid lover of traveling and reading, I enjoyed that this book combined my loves. Scotland is at the tippy top of my “must visit” list, so I enjoyed hearing about the scenic countryside, the brogues, and the friendly (sometimes grumpy) people!
🐑 The happenings and the characters were quirkily charming in the small town of Mull, Scotland. I loved the side characters (particularly the MacKerrow family).
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Our MCs had a reluctant slide into love; Katie doesn’t want to fall, because she doesn’t want to be tied down to one place. Graeme doesn’t want to fall, because he’s been burned by a past relationship.
🐑 For as much as I love to read, I managed to miss the “Christian” category for this book. That’s on me. 🤦‍♀️ While the book was sweet, there was no spice and many mentions of God and faith (which seemed to ramp up as the book went on). If that’s your jam, you’ll probably really enjoy this read!
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 I enjoyed the storytelling theme in this book; Katie is a professional storyteller and the Scots are natural storytellers.

🎧 The narrators did an excellent job with all of the different accents!
🎧 I thought the narrators chosen were perfect for these characters; they really brought them to life.

Thanks so much to Pepper Basham and Thomas Nelson Fiction for the ALC of this book.

Rating: 3.5
Spice: 1
Tropes: Found Family, Closed Door Romance, Opposites Attract, Grumpy Sunshine

Katie Campbell is a travel social media influencer who gets the opportunity to have an “Edwardian Experince” at a manor home in Scotland. After arriving, she quickly meets the grumpy Scotsman that calls this town home, Graeme MacKarrow. Graeme has had his fair share of sorrow and heartbreak. Katie has never felt like she was “home”. Will they find their happiness with each other?

This was a fun little listen. Definitely recommended for Youth and Young Adult. This was a clean closed door romance with the feel of adventure being set in Scotland. I do like a little more depth in a book like this. There was a lot going on but not a lot of depth to the characters, or the story. The narration by Joshua Manning and Stina Nielsen was fantastic. I thought they both did a wonderful job bringing these characters to life.

So let me start this review by saying I, somehow, didn't realize this was a clean & wholesome romance when I picked it up. Nothing against those just didn't realize it. When I did I but everything I had into looking at this book from an objective point of view like I would any other non-romance book.
So writing, competent, well done, and understandable. Story was enjoyable and had its moments of just pure madness but also had those characters you read and just have to nod your head, because you know those people. You grew up with those people. So you can relate.
From a romance aspect the romance was a, albeit denied, mutual attraction that is later admitted by both parties. Of course this is after several run ins, a little forced proximity, some familial interference, and MAYBE a little internet stalking? But the growth is somewhat believable while still allowing for some of that pixie magic that is a romance novel to do its work.

As this is an audiobook, I would be remiss to not include comments on the narrators. They were both lovely. I thought they both had excellent timbre and smooth quality to their speaking. Neither of them had any aggravating falsettos or deeper pitches when they were acting out a different character's lines. It was a very enjoyable performance. I would definitely listen to both or either of these readers again.

As I said, this is a clean and wholesome romance apart for stolen kisses and "snogging" in a closet. But it was good, light hearted and entertaining.