some like it scot | book review + giveaway

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about the book

She lives her life on the fly. His heart is double-knotted to home. Can two different souls create a life together?

Popular travel writer and podcaster Katie Campbell roams the world collecting other people’s stories. She’s built a career as “Miss Adventure,” known for saying yes to anything new–country, food, or experience–and predictably finding those adventures taking a downward turn into misadventures.

Offered the chance to explore her ancestral roots through a three-week Edwardian experience, Katie finds herself immersed in the beauty and eccentricity of Scotland. In her period attire, with traditional foods and activities, the opportunities for misadventures are endless, especially with the presence of a maniacal macaw, a jealous co-worker, and an all-too-surly Scotsman.

Reclusive and protective Graeme MacKerrow doesn’t venture far from his island home. A stoic Scotsman, Graeme’s comfort zone has always been family, and after his sister’s death, he’s even more determined to save the MacKerrow ancestral home and keep those he loves close. The sudden intrusion of a six-foot-one American lass, famous for her traveling misfortunes, was far from his plan.

As this world of folklore, community, and woodworkers-in-kilts tempts Katie to discover her own story, could this one grand series of misadventures lead her directly to where she belongs? And would a settled-in-Scot ever risk loosening his grip on what’s familiar to allow a wanderlust writer a home in his heart? How could their very different worlds share the same page of life’s story when “home” is in two very different places? But maybe home–and the future–isn’t quite what either one imagined it would be. Maybe home is less about a place... and more about a person.

publisher: thomas nelson

release date: april 8, 2025

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review

take a trip to scotland with pepper basham's some like it scot!

world-traveling writer katie campbell is known for her misadventures. when she heads to scotland for an edwardian experience, it's no surprise that, upon her arrival, a run-in with a macaw has her falling, quite literally, for surly scotsman graeme mackerrow. of course, that's only the first on her scottish misadventures that keep her crossing paths with graeme...

he's firmly rooted in his community and heritage, while she's always on the move; surely nothing could last between them. but as he continues to help her, they find out they might just have more in common than expected—and be able to complement each other in the best of ways.

some like it scot is a delightful romance. more than once, i couldn't help but laugh out loud at the circumstances of katie's misadventures—and definitely swooned whenever grame showed up to save her. amidst the humor and charm, they deal with real feelings of grief and loss, moving forward after being a bit stuck in the past, and finding "home." it's a sweet story, and i absolutely loved it.

highly recommend!

 ★★★★★

i received a complimentary copy from the author. i was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions i have expressed are my own.
 
 
considerations: 
—language: none
—spice: kisses only
—faith: mentions of God, church, and prayer
—content: toxic relationship with parents, mentions of sibling loss, cancer, and drunk driving

about the author

Pepper Basham is an award-winning author who writes romance “peppered” with grace and humor. Writing both historical and contemporary novels, she loves to incorporate her native Appalachian culture and/or her unabashed adoration of the UK into her stories. She currently resides in the lovely mountains of Asheville, NC, where she is the wife of a fantastic pastor, the mom of five great kids, a speech-language pathologist, and a lover of chocolate, jazz, hats, and Jesus.

Connect with Pepper by visiting pepperdbasham.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

giveaway

(1) winner will receive a print copy of Some Like it Scot and hairy coo themed gift box!

(1) additional winner will receive a print copy of Some Like it Scot!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight April 9, 2025 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on April 16, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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