What drew me to this book was the setting. I LOVE Scotland as a setting (thank you Outlander) and will take every chance to read a book set there. Even better, I liked that Katie was an American traveling is Scotland. I was able to live vicariously. The descriptions of the setting and people were wonderful, and, as a tall woman, I loved reading a female lead with meat on her bones. We deserve our love stories too!

Where I struggled a little was with the romance. There was certainly chemistry between Katie and Graeme, but it felt a bit insta-lovey for me. It was clear why Katie fell in love with Graeme's family, and it fit with her backstory, but it felt like every other scene with Katie and Graeme was him rescuing her from some mishap or another. I didn't mind the mishaps in particular (I like a little drama), but they often made Katie look a little foolish, and it took up too much page time for the couple. I wished I could have seen more of the two of them together in normal, casual circumstances. The times we did see that were excellent, and more of it would have made their romance feel more authentic.

As a book labeled Christian romance, I was curious what that would look like. In this case, faith played a part in both Katie's and Graeme's sense of self, their views of the future, and how they coped. It was not preachy in any way, but it was prevalent. It added some depth to the characters, especially considering both of their backstories.

Overall, it was a cute read even if it was not a favorite.

I absolutely loved this book! Pepper Basham has such an incredible way of writing her characters and makes you feel like you personally know them. Katie and Graeme, “the hot Scot”, were the perfect grumpy/sunshine couple! I found myself laughing out loud many times throughout the book whether it was one of Katie’s mishaps or their banter.

I love Basham’s writing style and how her books make you feel with the characters throughout. I appreciate the humor she sprinkled in this story along with real life struggles of finding your place and dealing with grief. Also, the references to Clue were a fun addition, I loved that game growing up!

Audio notes:
The narrators were a perfect fit for the story! I love the dual POV and how the book was read. I personally like to speed up my books and I could easily understand the narration at a faster pace. The Scottish accent was well done.

Thank you NetGalley, Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio for the complimentary audio and digital copy of the book.

**Thank you to Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Fiction Audio and Netgalley for the ARC. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely**


I listened via audio and enjoyed the narration of both leads. This is a clean romcom with strong faith based views throughout.
I’m always pro dual pov and was happy to have it in this book. I found to enjoy Graemes story line more than Katie’s. I wish we didn’t focus so much on her height throughout the book. I feel like it took away from moments. I understand it was an insecurity of hers but as a reader I didn’t need to be reminded of it every chapter.
I also felt the “villain” of the story felt placed. The goal between the FMC and mark just was unnecessary. I felt like Katie could care less about winning and it wasn’t truly addressed in a way that made me care if she won. The only reason it was truly in there was for her grand gesture moment

My favorite line was at the end

“Strings attached?”
“Yes and double knotted”

First off I would like to thank NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Fiction for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I want to start by saying I didn’t know what I was getting into when I read this book. I prefer to go in without spoilers so I can really have my own opinion. With that being said, I wanted to love this book so bad. I took breaks at time and would go back to it and even relisten to it so that I could attempt to enjoy it.

I didn’t realize this book was a Christian book when I first looked at it. That being said I don’t typically mind a little prayer here and there but it’s not my typical read. I will say the further into the book I got, the more the book leaned towards that demographic. The synopsis of this book did not say it was a Christian book, but upon further research after I finished the book, I learned the publisher tends to publish more Christian books. This is not at all to say anything bad about the book, but frankly I didn’t know what I was getting into and it might mislead other people as well.

I will let you know this book is a SLOW burn and it mainly focuses on the FMCs growth. I have this two stars because I’m sure some people would connect with it but unfortunately I’m just not that person.

Thank you for the audio! The narrators were great! I love that the narrators fit the Scottish dialect. Super cute, clean story about a women trying to refind herself. This is a good clean Christian story. There is no bad language, no spice, some mishaps but overall a good clean read!

I had forgotten how funny Pepper Basham's books can be! Some Like It Scot is funny from the first scene to the end, with a few tears thrown in for balance.

Katie Campbell is a travel writer/blogger/video blogger who writes under the character, Miss Adventure. Turns out, it's the many misadventures she has that draw views. When she is offered the chance to travel to her beloved grandfather's homeland, Scotland, she jumps at the chance even though she will be required to dress in Edwardian English costume while she is there. Katie learns very quickly that there were no 6'1" women in Edwardian England as every dress she is given is far too short giving "scandalous" views of her ankles. Not only that, her size otherwise means she feels like a stuffed sausage in anything she is given. Her introduction to the manor house she will be sharing with the other participants involves a huge parrot, a broken stair railing, and a hot Scot who saves her from disaster.

Graeme MacKerrow recently re-purchased his family's estate. The purchase took everything he had, leaving nothing for the upkeep and repairs that need to be done, so he rents it out to the Lennoxes to use for their Edwardian Experience. He doesn't expect the walking disaster that is Katie and he doesn't expect to be charmed by her.

This is one of those "grumpy/sunshine" stories with so much heart! I loved the characters: Mirren - Graeme's wise, loving mother; Lachlan - Graeme's imp of a nephew; Graeme and Katie; the knitting group of ladies. Every one of them made me want to pull up a chair and just listen to them talk. I also loved how Katie not only fell for the people of Scotland, she also felt completely at home and accepted there. Her misadventures were both funny and sometimes terrifying, but Graeme always came through to rescue her. (Maybe I'm the only one who remembers that old cartoon where the hero came on scene singing, "Here I come to save the day!!" I could hear that in my mind when Katie had some of her more dangerous mishaps.)

Readers who love romance with a hefty dose of comedy will love Some Like It Scot. I really hope Pepper Basham plans to write more stories set in the Isle of Mull.. It really made me want to visit! (And, if you have the choice of reading the book, or listening to the audio, I HIGHLY recommend the audio. The narrator that voices Graeme is fantastic!)

Travel blogger and social media influencer, Katie, roams the world collecting stories. Clumsy, she’s known as “Miss Adventure,” as she heads to Scotland for a three-week vacation. She’s ready to connect with her ancestry while being required to participate in an early 20th century historical experience.

Reclusive Graeme has always lived on his island home and been close to his family, especially after his sister’s death. When he crosses paths with Katie, and gets to know her, he realizes that there is more to live than grieving the dead. However, their lives are so different, he doesn’t know if Katie would be willing to give up her life for him.

I enjoyed this book, and the narrators! The audiobook was engaging and the narrators were expressive. It really helped the reader visualize what it is like to be in Scotland. The plot was cute and fun, and I enjoyed how the couple was brought together through their mutual grief over their loved ones. However, their grieving was not so heavy that it outweighed the lightness of the book. Overall, I found this book fun and engaging! I would recommend!

This is such a dreamy read. Rather than reading this book, I listened to it and absolutely loved how Joshua Manning and Stina Nielsen brought it to life. I have listened to many books read by both voice narrators before, and they did not disappoint. Joshua Manning's accent was superb, and Stina Nielsen's reading was passionate. Pepper Basham's descriptions of the scenery in this book, along with the surly Scot's love interest, are truly captivating. The character of Katie is definitely one you can relate to on all levels as she tries to find herself and where she belongs. This is a clean read with a swoon-worthy romance. In addition to laughing with the characters, l also felt mournful for their hardships from their pasts, which I believe most people can relate to. I appreciated Katie's size inclusivity, even though it wasn't really a big deal in the book. Ultimately, I do like it, Scot!

5 Stars – Delightfully Charming, Fun, and Full of Heart

Some Like It Scot is an absolute joy from start to finish. This rom-com has everything you could want: an irresistible Scottish hero, a witty and independent heroine, and plenty of sizzling chemistry between them. The banter is sharp and hilarious, and the slow-burn romance builds perfectly, making the eventual romance all the more satisfying.

The writing is lively and engaging, with rich descriptions that transport you to Scotland’s beautiful landscapes and vibrant culture. The characters feel real and relatable, with personal growth woven seamlessly into the story. While the plot follows familiar romantic tropes, it does so with a fresh and heartwarming approach that makes it feel new and exciting.

What really stands out is the genuine warmth and humor that fills every page. The chemistry between the leads is electric, and their journey is both fun and emotional.

Bottom line: Some Like It Scot is pure, feel-good romance with a perfect blend of humor, heart, and passion. Ideal for fans of romantic comedies who love a good laugh, a handsome Scotsman, and a heartfelt love story.

I liked how an American Travel Writer is in Scotland to write about an experience at a House in Scotland when she meets a bit of a grumpy Scot. The experience is an immersive Edwardian experience and that made this book so fun. I loved the descriptions of Scotland and in this audiobook the narration was so well done with (what I believe to be) accurate accents! I felt like I was immersed there from the narration. This is a sweet RomCom as Katie has some growth since she seems to be running from something at home, and her new Scot friend has a bit of growth too, and its fun to see if they can communicate and help each other, or make things worse! Overall a very sweet and fun read with a great setting!

I have never in my life wanted to be a character in a book as much as I wanted to be in "Katie Girl"s shoes. Ok... Maybe I wouldn't want the misadventures especially when wild animals seem set on destroying her, but oh to be saved by a hot scot. *Dramatic swoon here*

Note: As someone who recently lost my husband, I enjoyed reading the different ways families grieve. I think it is helpful for readers to see that not everyone grieves in the same way and that's ok.

I enjoyed a lot about this book. The characters were fun and engaging and the story was sweet. It’s got me itching to become a travel writer (not going to happen).

Katie is an award winning travel writer in Scotland on assignment. She’s been invited by the Lennox family to partake in an Edwardian experience where guests will dress for the era while staying in a manor house in Scotland for three weeks.

Graeme is a seemingly grumpy woodworker whose family recently purchased back their ancestors estate home, letting it to a sassenach family for a large, much-needed sum in order to help pay for the estate.

Katie and Graeme have multiple run-ins where Graeme is forced to come to her rescue. The two are drawn to each other despite their ancestors having dry-aged beef with each other. The trip helps Katie to regain a sense of home as she explores the country her first generation Scottish immigrant grandfather always reminisced about.

I enjoy a closed door romance just as well as an exceptionally spicy book. However, I could have paid a little more attention to the category of romance, as this was a Christian romance. I do not have anything against that, and for some that can be a huge plus. I did find the constant mention of god and his gifts to be gratuitous. There was also a painful effort to use “clean” language; at one point Katie falls on her butt, however the words used were “derrière,” “bottom,” and “bum,” which.. fine, it was just silly and a bit superfluous.

All that aside the story itself was good, I mean who doesn’t love a hot Scot?? I really enjoyed Graeme’s family and the way Katie helped him to open up and enjoy life a bit more. The ending was very sweet and the narrators were great.

📚 3.5/5

This is a very sweet romance story with a beautiful ending. I really enjoyed the travel portrayed and how in her travels Katie goes through all her misadventures but still comes out of it on top.

Actual rating: 4.5 ⭐

If I had read this instead of listening to the audiobook, it might have gotten a full five stars from me. But since my attention wasn’t 100% while listening, I’m giving it a solid 4.5.

That said—I really enjoyed this one, way more than I expected to! It was sweet, funny, and so entertaining. The plot kept me smiling, and I laughed out loud more times than I can count. The characters were well-written with real emotional depth, and the chemistry between them? Spot on. I was rooting for them the whole time.

Also, the Scottish accent in the audio version added such a fun layer—it made everything feel even more charming and immersive.

It honestly reminded me of the romantic comedies I used to watch with my mom, and it left me with that same warm, happy feeling. I have no real complaints.

All in all, a lovely read that I’d absolutely recommend!

A sweet and beautiful story about putting down roots. Katie has traveled the world for job, seen every country and experienced many things but she’s never truly belonged. That is until she sets foot in Scotland and meets Graham, the grumpy carpenter restoring the castle she’s staying in. A lovely story about faith, hope and finding your place in the world. This does have major religious undertones so if that’s not something you’re into skip this one.

"Every wondering heart needs a place to rest."

Katie Campbell is an American travel writer & her latest assignment is in Scotland to try out an Edwardian experience. Katie is getting to live out her Jane Austin / Outlander fantasies, including catching the eye of the hot Scot Graham MacKerrow. Katie also has to deal with a rival writer & her own confusing feelings of what she thought she wanted for her future.

Having been to Scotland & loving the beauty off it, I loved hearing all the descriptions & being transported back there.

This is a sweet story. Katie's travel blog is called 'Miss Adventures', which is a play on her propensity to be accident prone. We get a taste of this from the moment she gets to the manor in Scotland, where she also has her first run in with Graham.

Katie & Graham are both dealing with the grief of the death of a sibling (off page) & have dealt with it in different ways. katie travels the world, not ready to settle down. Whereas Graham never leaves his home town. But as they grow attracted to each other, they see a benefit in how the other has handled it.

This is a clean (Christian) romance, so we get lots of flirting but no smut, this would be the only thing that was a let down for me. Wish we got even a little bit more than one kiss. The religious tone is light & only slightly referenced too. Theres no big dramatic climax, just a fun story set on a beautiful backdrop. This is the type of book you can lose yourself in & know you'll get all the good feels.

I listened to the audiobook version. Joshua Manning & Stina Nielsen did a wonderful job bringing these characters to life.

Thank you to Netgalley & Thomas Nelson Fiction for the opportunity to read/listen & review to this title. All thoughts / opinions are my own.

This was such a cute and cozy romance! Katie is a quirky, easy-going, and super relatable character. Graeme is the broody, hunky, Scottish man of every girls dreams. They meet in a whirlwind scene that introduces us to Katie's clumsy nature, which she has made into her job. As a travel journalist with the nickname Miss Adventure, she goes all over the world noting on her experiences and her accidents along the way.

I think the author did a very great job of creating a world where the two main characters were able to have wholesome interactions that were very relatable to the average reader. I loved the voices of the two narrators (and let's be honest, I can't even listen to a book anymore where a female narrator tries to do a male voice the entire time, so I was VERY thrilled that this was not the case). There were moments when I felt that the plot and audiobook dragged on, I eventually had it in 2.5 x speed... I can resonate with the struggle of losing a loved one, so this hit a little close to home. It was discussed very well, and I like how Graeme's family keeps a positive mindset. As far as the Christian aspect, I actually forgot it was a Christian book until about halfway through when talk about God began to get sprinkled all over the dialog/internal thoughts of Katie.

Overall, it was a cute and wholesome read that was a nice palate cleanser between some of the other books on my TBR.

Thank you to NetGalley, Pepper Basham, Thomas Nelson, and Zondervan Fiction Audio for the audiobook ARC of this story!

Thank you NetGalley for the audiobook arc.
Lovely plot, loved the first half of the book. Second half felt a bit repetitive and the story line did not advance at the same pace as the first half while also having the last 20% being rushed to make everything fit toguether.
Overall pleasent read

2.5⭐️

Unfortunately, this one felt a bit plain to me. I wouldn’t necessarily categorize it as a romance—it leans more toward a story of self-discovery, healing, and learning to live as your best self. The FMC is bright, adventurous, and has such a beautiful outlook on life. The MMC, on the other hand, is a grumpy Scotsman who’s understandably guarded due to his past trauma. I have to say, I didn’t really connect with their dynamic. It had that “he fell first” vibe, but the shift felt too sudden and didn’t quite click for me. What I did enjoy, though, was the setting—Scotland was portrayed beautifully, and as one of my favorite places, I appreciated how the book highlighted the culture, traditions, and atmosphere. It’s an easy read with a medium pace. While it wasn’t exactly my cup of tea, I think readers who love scenic backdrops and emotional yearning might enjoy it more.

I did enjoy that this book was very clean. I could give it to a teenager and an adult.

I feel like the characters lacked a bit of chemistry. I feel like because I read so much romance, I know how important the banter is. It needed more tension and back and forth. The dialogue just felt a little clumsy.

Thank you to netgalley for this ALC.