It took me a bit to get into this one, but one I did I enjoyed it. Skye makes a beautiful backdrop for this romance and tiny mystery. A nice bit of escapism doe sure!

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this book!!

What a great book! I really enjoyed this book. I couldn’t put it down. The author has such a good writing style. This was a first for me by this author but will not be my last! I enjoyed the characters. They had good chemistry.

I'm grateful to have enjoyed an ARC of this book thanks to NetGalley.

Darcie is a young single woman in her 20s that loves adventure, but is primarily focused on her career and not on romantic relationships. I always find storylines amusing when a woman comes across a man she fights against her attraction to, and this one certainly didn't disappoint. It was so fun to read and see how Darcie grew in more ways than one, especially after letting down her guard with Logan.

If you're up for character transformation, an adventurous storyline, redemption, and achieving hopes and dreams, besides opening up your heart, this book would be right up your alley. As an American, I find the Scottish elements of this book to be quite amusing, as I'm certain that you might too.

This book was darling!!! I fell in love with the main character! The setting was beautiful and it pulled all the heartstrings. Loved it!

Absolutely bloody brilliant as per normal by Julie. I've just had a year long readers block due to loosing my dad but got the invite for this and haven't been able to put it down. Thank you Julie for taking me to Skye with Darcie on her journey of enlightenment and love. I was willing her and Logan together from the get go. You could feel the chemistry between them off the pages!!! Absolutely gorgeous book loved in from page 1. Thank you for breaking my readers block xx

This was brilliant . Set mainly on the Isle of Skye . I thought it would be a nice love story but it was way more than that . A blogger from London was sent to write a travel guide. Great story and a fab ending. Some good twists. Read it

Opposites eventually attract, enemies to lovers - egotistical spoiled city girl, and earthy logical local boy have forced proximity as she has to navigate the wilds of Sky to try and resurrect her career nosedive, of her own doing (which she doesn't seem aware of). Funny moments but no real surprises.

An excellent read. This book has a beautifully designed setting and with that background, a mystery, a range of characters; eccentric and otherwise, and a romance. What is not to like about that? Well written, the story grabs the reader’s attention right from the very start.

ARC Review: *A Scottish Island Summer* by Julie Shackman

Julie Shackman sweeps readers away to the enchanting Isle of Skye in *A Scottish Island Summer*, a heartwarming and humorous journey of self-discovery, love, and the magic of the Highlands.

The Plot:
Darcie Freeman, a high-flying city girl, lives for the hustle and bustle of London life. But when her job forces her to trade skyscrapers for Scottish cliffs, she’s less than thrilled. The assignment? Research the idyllic Isle of Skye for a travel guide. To Darcie, it’s a death sentence for her designer wardrobe and social media aesthetic.

Enter Logan Burns, the ruggedly handsome islander who becomes her reluctant guide. With his windswept hair and love for Skye’s untamed beauty, Logan is determined to show Darcie that there’s more to life than Instagram filters and fancy cocktails. Alongside his quirky sister Iona, who runs a chaotic PR company, Logan drags Darcie into island adventures she never signed up for—think sheep herding, whisky tasting, and more rain than she’s ever seen in her life.

But as Darcie exchanges her stilettos for hiking boots and discovers hidden gems of Skye, she also finds herself opening up to a slower, more meaningful way of life. And maybe, just maybe, she’s falling for the island… and the man who calls it home.

**What to Expect**:
- **City Girl Meets the Highlands**: A classic opposites-attract romance with plenty of sparks flying between a city girl out of her element and a rugged islander who’s her complete opposite.
- **Humor & Heart**: Darcie’s misadventures on Skye bring plenty of laughs, but beneath the banter lies a deeper story about finding yourself where you least expect it.
- **Breathtaking Scenery**: Shackman’s vivid descriptions of Skye’s windswept beaches, misty mountains, and charming village life will have you booking a one-way ticket to Scotland.
- **Warm, Relatable Characters**: From Iona’s quirky PR mishaps to Logan’s brooding charm, every character brings their own flair to this charming story.
- **A Slow-Burn Romance**: The tension between Darcie and Logan builds beautifully, leading to moments that are as sweet as they are swoon-worthy.

**Rating**: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars)
**Verdict**: *A Scottish Island Summer* is a delightful, feel-good read that will transport you straight to the heart of the Highlands. Perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan and Katie Fforde, this book is a love letter to Scotland, romance, and finding home in the unlikeliest of places. Cozy up with a cup of tea and let Julie Shackman’s storytelling whisk you away on a perfect summer escape.