What do you think?
Rate this book
The Highlanders of Balforss #4
Saving the Scot
Louisa Robertson’s father is furious when he finds her acting on stage. Now, she’s being shipped off to America to marry some stranger her father thinks will bring out the “lady” in her. Luckily, Louisa’s maid agrees to switch places with her! Her maid will marry the American and get the wealthy lifestyle she’s always wanted, and Louisa can do whatever she damn well pleases––for the first time in her life.
Highlander Ian Sinclair needs an army commission, and the only way he can get one is to safely deliver the general’s Daughter-from-Hell to her intended in America. Easy, right? It would be if the lady’s companion Louisa didn’t wear breeches and do everything the exact opposite of what he orders. It’ll be a miracle if the sparks flying between Ian and Louisa don’t set the bloody ship afire before they arrive in America.
But just when Louisa thinks her plan is going to give her the acting career she wants and a Highlander to boot...Ian discovers her secret.
Highlander Ian Sinclair needs an army commission, and the only way he can get one is to safely deliver the general’s Daughter-from-Hell to her intended in America. Easy, right? It would be if the lady’s companion Louisa didn’t wear breeches and do everything the exact opposite of what he orders. It’ll be a miracle if the sparks flying between Ian and Louisa don’t set the bloody ship afire before they arrive in America.
But just when Louisa thinks her plan is going to give her the acting career she wants and a Highlander to boot...Ian discovers her secret.
308 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 25, 2019
42 people are currently reading
155 people want to read
About the author
Jennifer Trethewey
5 books129 followersJennifer Trethewey is an actor-turned-writer who has moved her performances from the stage to the page. In 2013 she traveled to Scotland for the first time, where she instantly fell for the language, humor, intense sense of pride, and breathtaking landscape. Her love for Scotland was translated into her first series of historical romance novels, the Highlanders of Balforss. The sexy, adventurous first book of the series, Tying the Scot, is set to be released in November 2017.
Trethewey’s primary experience in bringing the imaginary to life was working for one of the oldest women’s theaters in the nation, where she was the co-founder and co-artistic director. Today she continues to act, but writes contemporary and historical fiction full-time. Her other loves include dogs, movies, music and good wine. She lives in Milwaukee with her husband.
Trethewey’s primary experience in bringing the imaginary to life was working for one of the oldest women’s theaters in the nation, where she was the co-founder and co-artistic director. Today she continues to act, but writes contemporary and historical fiction full-time. Her other loves include dogs, movies, music and good wine. She lives in Milwaukee with her husband.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 74 reviews
Read
June 15, 2021dnf at 30% bored and not feeling it
March 15, 2019
I have read a few of the books in this series and have found them to be all very enjoyable but this could be read as a standalone. What a character Louisa was! She was certainly up for anything, including acting on the stage. So it was no surprise that she would try to thwart her father’s plans for her. Captain Ian Sinclair was very serious and appeared to have an obsession with order. They did have an attraction for each other but each had secrets that could affect their feelings for each other. This was a good paced read with action at sea and a few twists before the end. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 26, 2019
SAVING A SCOT
By Jennifer Rupp writing under Jennifer Trethewey
Book: Saving the Scot
By: Jennifer Trethewey
Series: The Highlanders of Balforss, Book #4
Release Date: 3/26/2018
Reviewed by: Barb Massabrook (of)
Tartan Book Reviews
Celtic World of Historical Book Reviews
Purple Tulip Book Reviews
@Celtic Barb’s Tartan Book Review Blog
Heat Rating: 🔥🔥🔥
Overall Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
In the end of “Forgetting the Scot” Ian had just received word from General Robertson and was very excited about hopefully getting an Army commision.
Declan Sinclair the seer of the family was confused.
So your no getting married?
Ian laughed, “No never, that’s no life for me.”
I was wondering about the girl in the breaks. The one you kissed,” Declan said.
Ian’s good mood was vanishing as everyone knew that Declan’s predictions always came true.
What girl in breaks, Ian asked?
Declan smiled sweetly.”The one you love, I dreamed you married her.”
May 1822, Edinburgh, Scotland
Louisa Robertson’s father, General Robertson, is known as the terror of Tartan. He is totally outraged and equally humiliated to find Louisa acting on stage! There is a reason his men call her “the daughter from hell.” He blames it on others on her upbringing, as he was always away on assignments, in battle etc. So all her caregivers, like her grandmother etc., let his independent, spitfire, carefree daughter run wild! All Louisa Robertson wants is her independence and possibly exploring being an actress. Freedom is her biggest wish just as her brothers have. Not some strangers slave in America calling her a wife! Now she has forced her Da’s hand, his previous threat to punish her will come true, to force her in an arranged marriage on the other side of the Atlantic.
Ian Sinclair, who has been a ships Captain for many years which has been fine. His true desire is to be a soldier again. He is hoping for a commission from General Robertson. Instead he has to transport his daughter on his ship to meet her fiance in America. It is disappointing he is to be a chaperone, before he can obtain his true desire for the commission in the service again! Yet right before he is ready to set sail he finds out he has six year old secret of his own.
Ian had met this green eyed vixen with the sour attitude in the book store earlier. Yet when he finds that the green eyed beauty, who captured his attention like no other woman, was actually a passenger on his boat. At first he thought she was the General’s daughter and thought he would never get his commision. After all he being too arrogant in the bookstore to a general's daughter, would not go over well with her father. This could end his career before it begins. However Ian was relieved she was his daughter’s companion, the most beautiful woman he had ever noticed and he couldn’t take stop gazing and taking in all that female perfection. Wondering if this trip might be more interesting than he originally thought. Yet what really shocked him was that she wore trousers under her dress!
What Ian doesn’t realize is that Louisa and her maid have switched places. As Louisa’s maids true wish to be loved, cherished and marry well, but have the wealthy station she has only dreamed of. Louisa feeling deserted by her entire family, especially her father. Louisa feels this trick is the best way to hurt the father she loves the most. She feels he is just getting rid of her and on the other side of the Atlantic too! He didn’t even stay to see her off.
Ian Sinclair just has to do this lassies father one wee favor, first to have all his ducks in a row! When he sees it the lassie he met at at the bookstore, as Louisa kept up the deception for the duration of the trip. The problem to Ian is the breech wearing companion Louisa, who always is talking back and not obeying his rules. Will Ian soon finds out her secret, that could destroy his military career. Yet sparks fly and love is in the air and Louisa now realizes her plan to hurt her father might destroy and ruin other lives. Will she confess her sins to Ian or live with them in agony? If Ian becomes aware of Louisa’s deception and betrayal that will cost him his commision, will he forgive and forget? Or will all the love he feels for Louisa turn him bitter and feeling betrayed? Will he ever reveal his secret of his own? Will Louisa be able to forgive Ian’s own betrayal? She is feeling he was only using her to play a part and this was not on any theatrical stage! Perhaps this once Declan’s dreams are untrue.
I couldn’t help but fall in love with this claustrophobic, trouser wearing, Generals daughter and swoon worthy OCD captain. A man who has everything in perfect order, until this General's daughter blows into his life putting his orderly world in disarray and chaos!
Again Ms. Trethewey pens a beautiful story of two people who planned on achieving specific ambitions, but love gets in the way. Yet sooner or later they will know each other’s betrayal and deception. Will they be able to forgive, forget and move on? The other option is to go their separate ways. A book readers don’t want to miss!
Another fast paced, riveting, high seas, romantic, Scottish, adventure, that readers will absolutely love. Another Jennifer Trethewey novel that I got swept away in and finding myself gasping in delight! As I turn each page from start to finish, I know I have found an awe-inspiring rock solid masterpiece! Now I can’t wait for the next Jennifer Trethewey novel!
Each book in The Highlanders of Balforss series is can be read as a STAND-ALONE novel too. Yet they are also interconnected so I appreciate reading in release/ series order.
* Tying the Scot
* Betting the Scot
* Forgetting the Scot
* Saving the Scot
I received a complimentary ARC copy from Entangled publishers through netgalley. I voluntarily agreed to read, review and blog an advanced copy of this book. All opinions, ideas, words and thoughts are my own.
Buy Links:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/savi...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P7BYFV9/...
https://play.google.com/store/books/d...
https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/...
https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/savi...
https://entangledpublishing.com/savin...
By Jennifer Rupp writing under Jennifer Trethewey
Book: Saving the Scot
By: Jennifer Trethewey
Series: The Highlanders of Balforss, Book #4
Release Date: 3/26/2018
Reviewed by: Barb Massabrook (of)
Tartan Book Reviews
Celtic World of Historical Book Reviews
Purple Tulip Book Reviews
@Celtic Barb’s Tartan Book Review Blog
Heat Rating: 🔥🔥🔥
Overall Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
In the end of “Forgetting the Scot” Ian had just received word from General Robertson and was very excited about hopefully getting an Army commision.
Declan Sinclair the seer of the family was confused.
So your no getting married?
Ian laughed, “No never, that’s no life for me.”
I was wondering about the girl in the breaks. The one you kissed,” Declan said.
Ian’s good mood was vanishing as everyone knew that Declan’s predictions always came true.
What girl in breaks, Ian asked?
Declan smiled sweetly.”The one you love, I dreamed you married her.”
May 1822, Edinburgh, Scotland
Louisa Robertson’s father, General Robertson, is known as the terror of Tartan. He is totally outraged and equally humiliated to find Louisa acting on stage! There is a reason his men call her “the daughter from hell.” He blames it on others on her upbringing, as he was always away on assignments, in battle etc. So all her caregivers, like her grandmother etc., let his independent, spitfire, carefree daughter run wild! All Louisa Robertson wants is her independence and possibly exploring being an actress. Freedom is her biggest wish just as her brothers have. Not some strangers slave in America calling her a wife! Now she has forced her Da’s hand, his previous threat to punish her will come true, to force her in an arranged marriage on the other side of the Atlantic.
Ian Sinclair, who has been a ships Captain for many years which has been fine. His true desire is to be a soldier again. He is hoping for a commission from General Robertson. Instead he has to transport his daughter on his ship to meet her fiance in America. It is disappointing he is to be a chaperone, before he can obtain his true desire for the commission in the service again! Yet right before he is ready to set sail he finds out he has six year old secret of his own.
Ian had met this green eyed vixen with the sour attitude in the book store earlier. Yet when he finds that the green eyed beauty, who captured his attention like no other woman, was actually a passenger on his boat. At first he thought she was the General’s daughter and thought he would never get his commision. After all he being too arrogant in the bookstore to a general's daughter, would not go over well with her father. This could end his career before it begins. However Ian was relieved she was his daughter’s companion, the most beautiful woman he had ever noticed and he couldn’t take stop gazing and taking in all that female perfection. Wondering if this trip might be more interesting than he originally thought. Yet what really shocked him was that she wore trousers under her dress!
What Ian doesn’t realize is that Louisa and her maid have switched places. As Louisa’s maids true wish to be loved, cherished and marry well, but have the wealthy station she has only dreamed of. Louisa feeling deserted by her entire family, especially her father. Louisa feels this trick is the best way to hurt the father she loves the most. She feels he is just getting rid of her and on the other side of the Atlantic too! He didn’t even stay to see her off.
Ian Sinclair just has to do this lassies father one wee favor, first to have all his ducks in a row! When he sees it the lassie he met at at the bookstore, as Louisa kept up the deception for the duration of the trip. The problem to Ian is the breech wearing companion Louisa, who always is talking back and not obeying his rules. Will Ian soon finds out her secret, that could destroy his military career. Yet sparks fly and love is in the air and Louisa now realizes her plan to hurt her father might destroy and ruin other lives. Will she confess her sins to Ian or live with them in agony? If Ian becomes aware of Louisa’s deception and betrayal that will cost him his commision, will he forgive and forget? Or will all the love he feels for Louisa turn him bitter and feeling betrayed? Will he ever reveal his secret of his own? Will Louisa be able to forgive Ian’s own betrayal? She is feeling he was only using her to play a part and this was not on any theatrical stage! Perhaps this once Declan’s dreams are untrue.
I couldn’t help but fall in love with this claustrophobic, trouser wearing, Generals daughter and swoon worthy OCD captain. A man who has everything in perfect order, until this General's daughter blows into his life putting his orderly world in disarray and chaos!
Again Ms. Trethewey pens a beautiful story of two people who planned on achieving specific ambitions, but love gets in the way. Yet sooner or later they will know each other’s betrayal and deception. Will they be able to forgive, forget and move on? The other option is to go their separate ways. A book readers don’t want to miss!
Another fast paced, riveting, high seas, romantic, Scottish, adventure, that readers will absolutely love. Another Jennifer Trethewey novel that I got swept away in and finding myself gasping in delight! As I turn each page from start to finish, I know I have found an awe-inspiring rock solid masterpiece! Now I can’t wait for the next Jennifer Trethewey novel!
Each book in The Highlanders of Balforss series is can be read as a STAND-ALONE novel too. Yet they are also interconnected so I appreciate reading in release/ series order.
* Tying the Scot
* Betting the Scot
* Forgetting the Scot
* Saving the Scot
I received a complimentary ARC copy from Entangled publishers through netgalley. I voluntarily agreed to read, review and blog an advanced copy of this book. All opinions, ideas, words and thoughts are my own.
Buy Links:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/savi...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P7BYFV9/...
https://play.google.com/store/books/d...
https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/...
https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/savi...
https://entangledpublishing.com/savin...
March 2, 2019
This book was utter perfection. I was having a really awful day and just wanted something escapist and wonderful to wrap myself in like a warm hug. This fit the bill brilliantly.
Be warned: there will be spoilers from this point on.
This story follows Ian, one of the sons of the Laird, as he attempts to earn an army commission by ferry the General’s daughter across the Atlantic to marry her off to an American. But the General’s daughter, Louisa, is far from happy about this. She wants to be an actress, and plans to set off for the New York stage as soon as the crossing is over. So she and her maid hatch a plan: they trade places, her maid pretending to be her for the duration of the journey so she’ll marry the rich American, and Louisa can go off on her own.
Obviously it all goes horribly wrong, because Ian and Louisa really fancy each other, and eventually her deception is discovered. She decides she’s not so keen on the idea of being an actress after all, and would rather just go home to Scotland with Ian. But - and here’s the thing I really liked about this book - in the meantime he’s decided he doesn’t much fancy being a soldier anymore either, and would rather just stay home in Scotland with Louisa. And they both live happily ever after. This isn’t a case of either of them giving up what they want for the other, but of both of them realising the thing they were really looking for was each other. It was nicely done.
I really liked both of the main characters. Louisa’s claustrophobia felt a bit tired to me initially, but it was expanded upon quite nicely, and I loved how Ian’s OCD was represented. It really struck a chord with me as someone who suffers from similar compulsive thought patterns. The minor characters were great too, and I particularly enjoyed how Will’s adventures fitted in with Ian’s own insecurities about discovering he was a father.
I also really enjoyed the setting. The sea voyage was a wonderful way to throw the characters together, with storms and pirates chucked in for fun.
The book was funny, light-hearted, well-written and altogether a wonderful, soothing read (with sexy bits). It’s definitely my favourite in the series so far.
Recommended for: romance fans who need a rainy day pick-me-up (low/medium heat). You don’t need to read the other three books in the Highlanders of Balforss series first, but they are referenced in this book so I would. They’re worth it - they all got 4* from me.
Disclosure: The Gin Book Club received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. The Gin Book Club has received review copies from this publisher several times over the past couple of years. This in no way affects the content of this review. This review is provided voluntarily and contains our honest opinion.
Be warned: there will be spoilers from this point on.
This story follows Ian, one of the sons of the Laird, as he attempts to earn an army commission by ferry the General’s daughter across the Atlantic to marry her off to an American. But the General’s daughter, Louisa, is far from happy about this. She wants to be an actress, and plans to set off for the New York stage as soon as the crossing is over. So she and her maid hatch a plan: they trade places, her maid pretending to be her for the duration of the journey so she’ll marry the rich American, and Louisa can go off on her own.
Obviously it all goes horribly wrong, because Ian and Louisa really fancy each other, and eventually her deception is discovered. She decides she’s not so keen on the idea of being an actress after all, and would rather just go home to Scotland with Ian. But - and here’s the thing I really liked about this book - in the meantime he’s decided he doesn’t much fancy being a soldier anymore either, and would rather just stay home in Scotland with Louisa. And they both live happily ever after. This isn’t a case of either of them giving up what they want for the other, but of both of them realising the thing they were really looking for was each other. It was nicely done.
I really liked both of the main characters. Louisa’s claustrophobia felt a bit tired to me initially, but it was expanded upon quite nicely, and I loved how Ian’s OCD was represented. It really struck a chord with me as someone who suffers from similar compulsive thought patterns. The minor characters were great too, and I particularly enjoyed how Will’s adventures fitted in with Ian’s own insecurities about discovering he was a father.
I also really enjoyed the setting. The sea voyage was a wonderful way to throw the characters together, with storms and pirates chucked in for fun.
The book was funny, light-hearted, well-written and altogether a wonderful, soothing read (with sexy bits). It’s definitely my favourite in the series so far.
Recommended for: romance fans who need a rainy day pick-me-up (low/medium heat). You don’t need to read the other three books in the Highlanders of Balforss series first, but they are referenced in this book so I would. They’re worth it - they all got 4* from me.
Disclosure: The Gin Book Club received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. The Gin Book Club has received review copies from this publisher several times over the past couple of years. This in no way affects the content of this review. This review is provided voluntarily and contains our honest opinion.
March 3, 2023
I am most impressed with this story. Captain Ian and Louise are quite charming in this sea winding adventure. Each character was more interesting then the next and poor Captain Ian had to keep them corralled on the ship. Who would have thought so many mishaps could happen on a boat. I enjoyed reading the entertainment. Until next time my fellow readers… read on! I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
dropped
June 5, 2021DNF @ 27%. Oh please, give me a freaking break!! 🙄🙄🙄🙄
March 9, 2019
Saving the Scot
The Highlanders of Balforss #4
By Jennifer Trethewey
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Louisa Robertsin is what I would call a handfull, since her father is away she decides that she's going to take up acting which doesn't go the way she expected because her father comes home unexpectedly and is absolutely furious when he finds her acting on the stage. He has warned her time and again that if she causes one more problem he will find her a suitable husband which is something she does not want.
Now Louisa is being sent to America of all places to marry a complete stranger that her father thinks will bring out the 'Lady' in her, but Louisa has a plan and a devious one at that. Luckily for Louisa her ladys maid has agreed to switch places with her. Her maid will be the one to marry the wealthy American and get all the benefits from her wealthy station in life which is something she's always dreamed of and as for Louisa well she can do whatever the heck she wants because she's free for the first time in her life and it feels glorious.
Ian Sinclair is a Highlander who desperately wants an army commission, and it seems the only way he has a chance of getting one is to safely deliver the general's fiesty daughter to her husband to be in America. Sounds easy right? Well that remains to be seen because it would be easy if the lady's companion Lousia didn't wear breaches and actually listen to what he tells her. Instead she does the exact opposite of what he tells her to do. Also it would be a miracle if the sparks that fly back and forth between Ian and Louisa don't set the ship a flame before they arrive in America.
And just when Louaia is sure that her plan is going to give her everything she wants....Ian discovers her secret.
Jennifer Trethewey writes some of the best Highlander novels that I have ever had the pleasure of reading and trust me when I say this one does not disappoint. Her Highlanders are strong, brave, fierce, kind, and loving. While her heroines are feisty, loyal, hellions that can only be tamed by a Highlander. To put it bluntly Ms. Trethewey is absolutely brilliant and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
The Highlanders of Balforss #4
By Jennifer Trethewey
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Louisa Robertsin is what I would call a handfull, since her father is away she decides that she's going to take up acting which doesn't go the way she expected because her father comes home unexpectedly and is absolutely furious when he finds her acting on the stage. He has warned her time and again that if she causes one more problem he will find her a suitable husband which is something she does not want.
Now Louisa is being sent to America of all places to marry a complete stranger that her father thinks will bring out the 'Lady' in her, but Louisa has a plan and a devious one at that. Luckily for Louisa her ladys maid has agreed to switch places with her. Her maid will be the one to marry the wealthy American and get all the benefits from her wealthy station in life which is something she's always dreamed of and as for Louisa well she can do whatever the heck she wants because she's free for the first time in her life and it feels glorious.
Ian Sinclair is a Highlander who desperately wants an army commission, and it seems the only way he has a chance of getting one is to safely deliver the general's fiesty daughter to her husband to be in America. Sounds easy right? Well that remains to be seen because it would be easy if the lady's companion Lousia didn't wear breaches and actually listen to what he tells her. Instead she does the exact opposite of what he tells her to do. Also it would be a miracle if the sparks that fly back and forth between Ian and Louisa don't set the ship a flame before they arrive in America.
And just when Louaia is sure that her plan is going to give her everything she wants....Ian discovers her secret.
Jennifer Trethewey writes some of the best Highlander novels that I have ever had the pleasure of reading and trust me when I say this one does not disappoint. Her Highlanders are strong, brave, fierce, kind, and loving. While her heroines are feisty, loyal, hellions that can only be tamed by a Highlander. To put it bluntly Ms. Trethewey is absolutely brilliant and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
March 24, 2019
What is better than a strong Scot and a fiesty heroine that does not at first appear as she should? Not much and I can honestly say Jennifer Tretheway is a master of creating a story that will grab you on the first page and not let go until the end. But even then you will be left longing for the next fabulous tale!
Louisa has finally pushed her father to the end of his tolerance when he finds her acting on stage dressed as a man. What could be wrong with that? You see her father is a General and known as the Tartan Terror. He is determined to get his daughter married and under control, so he enlists one of his former men to make sure she gets to America by ship to marry a man of his choice.
Ian Sinclair is that man and he desperately wants his commission back so he can return to the army. Simple right? Just get the girl to America and come back for his reward.
Of course things are never that easy and Louisa thinks up the plan for her maid to act as her and marry the man in America and she can go to New York and become an actress!
The adventure begins and I will not spoil it for you but you need to read and find out what happens. Be assured you will smile with the humor and be intrigued by Louisa and Ian.
I can only hope that the next book in this series comes out soon because I so loved this one!
Louisa has finally pushed her father to the end of his tolerance when he finds her acting on stage dressed as a man. What could be wrong with that? You see her father is a General and known as the Tartan Terror. He is determined to get his daughter married and under control, so he enlists one of his former men to make sure she gets to America by ship to marry a man of his choice.
Ian Sinclair is that man and he desperately wants his commission back so he can return to the army. Simple right? Just get the girl to America and come back for his reward.
Of course things are never that easy and Louisa thinks up the plan for her maid to act as her and marry the man in America and she can go to New York and become an actress!
The adventure begins and I will not spoil it for you but you need to read and find out what happens. Be assured you will smile with the humor and be intrigued by Louisa and Ian.
I can only hope that the next book in this series comes out soon because I so loved this one!
March 24, 2019
This was a cute story and this is new author for me, or atleast I think it is and since I read so many books I am going to go with that. So we meet Louisa who is known as the Daughter-from-Hell, she really is not a bad person but unfortunately for her she is misunderstood and she does not want to marry and have a husband ignore her and leave her on her own with as she puts it a pat on her head. Since her father is in the military that is how she feels that marriage is since her mother died while she was really young and her grandmother took care of her and basically let her run wild, her father doesn't know what to do with her and after Louisa's last act of rebellion he decides she has to marry and is sending her to the america's to meet and marry her fiance. He sends Ian who hopes to make the general proud (Louisa's dad) by taking Louisa who he has never seen to her fiance and then him given the commission he is wanting. But that is where everything went up in smoke, He falls in love with Louisa and her him, but he is thinking she is someone else, and he is keeping a secret from her as well..Enjoy!
Rcvd an ARC at no cost to author..(netgalley) Voluntarily reviewed with my own thoughts and opinions
Rcvd an ARC at no cost to author..(netgalley) Voluntarily reviewed with my own thoughts and opinions
March 19, 2019
This is my first book by Jennifer Trethewey, and I found ‘Saving the Scot’ a lovely romance. The book follows L0uisa Robertson, who has been sent to America, to marry a man she doesn’t know, by her father, who believes this will solve all his problems. He has enlisted the help of Ian Sinclair but unbeknownst to him, Louisa switches places with her maid. Her plan is to live a life on the stage, whilst her maid will live a life of wealth. However, the sparks soon begin for Ian and Louisa, and what unfolds will throw all her plans astray.
Both characters were well elaborated on with Ian portrayed as a strong yet gentle character, allowing Louisa the freedom that she has been denied. In many ways, he was definitely the easier character to like as Louisa, could at times be a handful and at times, played the shrew for a bit too long. There are plenty of twists and turns to the story, with great dialogue and a well-developed plot. Whilst the chemistry between the couple was not as all-consuming as I would have liked, this was an easy read.
I received an advanced review copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
Both characters were well elaborated on with Ian portrayed as a strong yet gentle character, allowing Louisa the freedom that she has been denied. In many ways, he was definitely the easier character to like as Louisa, could at times be a handful and at times, played the shrew for a bit too long. There are plenty of twists and turns to the story, with great dialogue and a well-developed plot. Whilst the chemistry between the couple was not as all-consuming as I would have liked, this was an easy read.
I received an advanced review copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
February 17, 2019
Thank you Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed reading this historical Scottish romance. Loved Luisa's mischievous personality. She embarks on a journey to America with her maid who after much persuasion agrees to take her place when her father forces her to marry. She meets Captain Ian when he is entrusted with her safe arrival to America.
Ian is a strong, kind man who allows Luisa to be herself and appreciates her thirst for knowledge and the theater. I loved when he soothes her fear of small spaces and she in turn alleviates his migraines. Very sweet and humorous romance.
I really enjoyed reading this historical Scottish romance. Loved Luisa's mischievous personality. She embarks on a journey to America with her maid who after much persuasion agrees to take her place when her father forces her to marry. She meets Captain Ian when he is entrusted with her safe arrival to America.
Ian is a strong, kind man who allows Luisa to be herself and appreciates her thirst for knowledge and the theater. I loved when he soothes her fear of small spaces and she in turn alleviates his migraines. Very sweet and humorous romance.
March 6, 2019
This is the first book I've read by this authour I really like the main characters Lousia and Ian. I felt bad for Lousia being carted off to America just for being herself. When Mairi and Louisa decided to switch places I hoped things wouldn't go down in flames and glad everything worked out in the end. I would have liked to here more about who Reverend Wynterbottom truly was
November 2, 2024
The heroine is a nuisance.
February 15, 2019
I received an advanced reader's copy of Saving the Scot by Jennifer Trethewey from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I had never read anything by Jennifer Trethewey before this, but I did enjoy her writing style if not this particular novel.
The good: I found the novel to be well written and the dialogue between the characters (primary characters as well as secondary) in that time period was amusing. The plot was not new/different, but it was well written.
The bad: nothing really new/novel about the plot. In addition, I just didn't see the appeal or chemistry for the main characters (the reader's interest in them nor their interest in each other).
I would be interested in reading a future novel by Jennifer Trethewey to see if different main characters who are more likeable/appealing would make a difference, but would give this novel 3.25 stars.
I had never read anything by Jennifer Trethewey before this, but I did enjoy her writing style if not this particular novel.
The good: I found the novel to be well written and the dialogue between the characters (primary characters as well as secondary) in that time period was amusing. The plot was not new/different, but it was well written.
The bad: nothing really new/novel about the plot. In addition, I just didn't see the appeal or chemistry for the main characters (the reader's interest in them nor their interest in each other).
I would be interested in reading a future novel by Jennifer Trethewey to see if different main characters who are more likeable/appealing would make a difference, but would give this novel 3.25 stars.
April 15, 2019
Saving the Scot was a fabulous read full of adventure thanks to a very opinionated and unconventional heroine. All Louisa Robertson wanted to be is her own woman and follow her dreams of being an actress. Something that blew up in her face big time once her father, General Sir Thomas Robertson AKA the Tartan Terror, discovered her on the stage. With a nickname like 'Daughter-from-Hell' he somehow arranged a marriage for her in America. Great job dad! Assigned to perform this task is poor captain Ian Sinclair, whose only goal was to get a commission from the general to return to the army. Now he is stuck with this responsibility and having heard of his daughter's reputation made me feel really bad for him.
Louise is a hellfire that has zero intent in going through with the arrangement. Sure she is stuck on the boat with her maid companion, some serious phobias, a stranded cat, and motley crew of sailors but that will not deter her from her new plans to remain her freedom once they dock in America. Even when her attraction to Ian grows and his to her despite all her unladylike behavior and free spirit the angst does not stop.
This book is full of delightful goof ups that will make you fall in love with Louisa (even when you just want to scream at her for being a brat) and Ian (who is a pure tortured soul). I swooned and awed throughout the books knowing two people could not be more perfect together, if only they would open up about all the things they are keeping from each other. The story becomes a whirlwind of activities and major drama even when most of it happens on a ship bound.
I am seriously going to miss those two... and all the characters that were part of their story.
• Follow This Review on KRIS & VIK BOOK THERAPY CAFE •
• Follow KRIS & VIK BOOK THERAPY CAFE on Facebook •
Louise is a hellfire that has zero intent in going through with the arrangement. Sure she is stuck on the boat with her maid companion, some serious phobias, a stranded cat, and motley crew of sailors but that will not deter her from her new plans to remain her freedom once they dock in America. Even when her attraction to Ian grows and his to her despite all her unladylike behavior and free spirit the angst does not stop.
This book is full of delightful goof ups that will make you fall in love with Louisa (even when you just want to scream at her for being a brat) and Ian (who is a pure tortured soul). I swooned and awed throughout the books knowing two people could not be more perfect together, if only they would open up about all the things they are keeping from each other. The story becomes a whirlwind of activities and major drama even when most of it happens on a ship bound.
I am seriously going to miss those two... and all the characters that were part of their story.
• Follow This Review on KRIS & VIK BOOK THERAPY CAFE •
• Follow KRIS & VIK BOOK THERAPY CAFE on Facebook •
March 10, 2019
2.5 stars - rounded up.
Louisa Robertson is known far and wide as the General's daughter from hell - a title that she more than lives up to. The story opens with Louisa's father pulling her off stage during a performance of Twelfth Night, where is performing the part of Viola, dressed in trousers. Her father is furious and makes it clear that she has finally pushed him as far as he will go. He tells her that she will be married by the end of the summer.
Ian Sinclair longs to return to the army, so when his former commander and the man who saved his life, General Sir Thomas Robertson aka the Tartan Terror requests a meeting, Ian thinks that he will be offered a commission. He is disappointed to learn that the General wants him to take his daughter to America on his ship the Gael Forss, the pirate ship he and his family took years ago and converted into a merchant vessel. If he delivers her, the General will award him a commission. Thinking that this is merely a short delay before he claims his prize, he agrees. He heads back to the docks and is dealt another shock - an old woman is looking for him and informs him that he has a son - the product of a brief affair seven years ago. He meets his son Rory and learn that Alice the widow he had an affair with died giving birth. He is wracked with guilt and shame, but promises to set everything to rights when he returns from America.
Meanwhile, Louisa has no intention of marrying, she hatches a plan to switch places with her maid Mairi, who is more than willing to marry her betrothed, Mr. Kirby. Louisa will pretend to be Mairi and after she sees them married, plans to go to New York and become an actress. Her father left for Belfast, so she just has to get on the ship without anyone learning of the ruse. She convinces her brother Connor to see her off on the docks and she and Mairi board the ship and begin their deception.
During the journey, Louisa begins to realize the magnitude of her lies and how it will affect Ian and even Mairi, but she thinks it is too late to do anything about it. When they arrive, the tension between Ian and Louisa comes to a head and they become lovers, but when Mairi marries Mr. Kirby and a surprise visit from her brother Nathan reveals the truth will Ian still want her? And when she learns his secret, will she be accepting or will she live up to her nickname in truth?
This was an interesting story with a lot of twists and turns, it dragged a bit in the middle, but the last 30% is a non-stop rollercoaster of revelations, bad decisions, passion and a rocky road to HEA. I thought the idea of the story was great, but I really, really disliked Louisa. She was selfish, hypocritical, immature, irrational and just plain stupid. She does realize that what she has done is wrong, but still carries on with the lie and then when she is called out, makes one stupid decision after another instead of owning her misdeeds. I think the author was going for a "Taming of the Shrew" simile, but for me, it just didn't work, Louisa was unlikable and if I didn't already dislike her, I definitely would have at the end when she learns his secret. Personally, I think Ian should have let her go and run away as fast as he could. He was a wonderful hero and I wish he could have gotten a better heroine than the "General's Daughter from Hell" and I wondered why everyone believed that Ian would face the General's wrath for HER deception - he never met her, so why would he be blamed?? It really made no sense to me, but maybe Louisa inherited her irrational, hypocritical nature from her father.
This is the fourth book in the Highlanders of Balforss, but it could be read as a stand alone title. I liked the idea of the book, but for me, this installment just fell flat.
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that was provided to me by NetGalley and the publisher.*
Louisa Robertson is known far and wide as the General's daughter from hell - a title that she more than lives up to. The story opens with Louisa's father pulling her off stage during a performance of Twelfth Night, where is performing the part of Viola, dressed in trousers. Her father is furious and makes it clear that she has finally pushed him as far as he will go. He tells her that she will be married by the end of the summer.
Ian Sinclair longs to return to the army, so when his former commander and the man who saved his life, General Sir Thomas Robertson aka the Tartan Terror requests a meeting, Ian thinks that he will be offered a commission. He is disappointed to learn that the General wants him to take his daughter to America on his ship the Gael Forss, the pirate ship he and his family took years ago and converted into a merchant vessel. If he delivers her, the General will award him a commission. Thinking that this is merely a short delay before he claims his prize, he agrees. He heads back to the docks and is dealt another shock - an old woman is looking for him and informs him that he has a son - the product of a brief affair seven years ago. He meets his son Rory and learn that Alice the widow he had an affair with died giving birth. He is wracked with guilt and shame, but promises to set everything to rights when he returns from America.
Meanwhile, Louisa has no intention of marrying, she hatches a plan to switch places with her maid Mairi, who is more than willing to marry her betrothed, Mr. Kirby. Louisa will pretend to be Mairi and after she sees them married, plans to go to New York and become an actress. Her father left for Belfast, so she just has to get on the ship without anyone learning of the ruse. She convinces her brother Connor to see her off on the docks and she and Mairi board the ship and begin their deception.
During the journey, Louisa begins to realize the magnitude of her lies and how it will affect Ian and even Mairi, but she thinks it is too late to do anything about it. When they arrive, the tension between Ian and Louisa comes to a head and they become lovers, but when Mairi marries Mr. Kirby and a surprise visit from her brother Nathan reveals the truth will Ian still want her? And when she learns his secret, will she be accepting or will she live up to her nickname in truth?
This was an interesting story with a lot of twists and turns, it dragged a bit in the middle, but the last 30% is a non-stop rollercoaster of revelations, bad decisions, passion and a rocky road to HEA. I thought the idea of the story was great, but I really, really disliked Louisa. She was selfish, hypocritical, immature, irrational and just plain stupid. She does realize that what she has done is wrong, but still carries on with the lie and then when she is called out, makes one stupid decision after another instead of owning her misdeeds. I think the author was going for a "Taming of the Shrew" simile, but for me, it just didn't work, Louisa was unlikable and if I didn't already dislike her, I definitely would have at the end when she learns his secret. Personally, I think Ian should have let her go and run away as fast as he could. He was a wonderful hero and I wish he could have gotten a better heroine than the "General's Daughter from Hell" and I wondered why everyone believed that Ian would face the General's wrath for HER deception - he never met her, so why would he be blamed?? It really made no sense to me, but maybe Louisa inherited her irrational, hypocritical nature from her father.
This is the fourth book in the Highlanders of Balforss, but it could be read as a stand alone title. I liked the idea of the book, but for me, this installment just fell flat.
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that was provided to me by NetGalley and the publisher.*
February 25, 2019
First off, as LEO wife this book's dedication got me in the feels right to start with. It's a tough time to be a first responder, so thank you Ms. Trethewey for acknowledging our everyday heroes.
Our heroine Louisa Robertson has found her love in acting on stage, but when her father discovers her activities he is livid. The angry Highland general follows through on his threat to ship her off to America for marriage to a man she's never met, but who he hopes will bring out more ladylike behavior in her. Louisa has no choice but to go through with the journey, but she convinces her maid to switch places with her. This way Mairi can marry Louisa's betrothed in America and advance to a better lifestyle and Louisa can finally have the freedom she longs for to be whoever she wants to be.
Former army captain turned ship's captain Ian Sinclair misses the order and discipline of the army and longs for a new commission. When his former superior, to whom he owes his life, offers a commission in exchange for the completion of a personal favor, Captain Sinclair feels he can't refuse. But when this favor turns out to be ferrying the General's "Daughter from Hell" across the Atlantic, Ian wonders just what he's gotten himself into and sees his hopes of a new commission slipping away before he's even left port.
Aboard ship, sparks fly almost immediately with the belligerent lady's companion blatantly disregarding Ian's orders and throwing his need for order into disarray. As he helps the lady's companion, Miss MacQuarie (really Louisa) with her fear of enclosed places, the two grow ever closer. Their connection is immediate and as it develops more and more, and Louisa finds it increasingly difficult to keep up the charade. As their attraction heats up, Louisa becomes even more uncomfortable with her lies and when Ian learns the truth anyway, it looks like any future they might have had is a moot point.
This is where the review might get just a bit ranty. Louisa's behavior was annoying, bratty, and mostly selfish and yet I can understand her need for freedom and her desire for love and affection from her father and two elder brothers. She was still a brat though, and very quick to judge Ian without a care for the uncomfortable position her father had put him in. Louisa was young and naive and definitely had a lot to learn, but her father's treatment of her was rather harsh. Louisa hopes to begin an acting career, but really she just longs for someone to believe in her.
Poor Ian just craves order and he thinks a commission in the army will help him with what seems to be fairly strong OCD tendencies. He can't seem to control his reaction to Miss MacQuarie (Louisa), he's afraid he'll fail the general in his task, and he has just learned that he has a six year old son awaiting his return to Edinburgh. Poor guy just can't catch a break.
Honestly I found Mairi (the actual lady's maid) just as bratty and annoying as Louisa, just in a different way, and yet I still found myself snickering at their antics anyway. I just felt like some of Louisa's naivete, combined with the behavior that got her shipped off in the first place just didn't jive together believably. I could make excuses and deal with Louisa fairly well up until right at the very end when the major obstacles keeping her and Ian apart had been mostly cleared away and seh still judged him, and didn't let him explain himself when he told her about his son. She seems to show this new growth and self-awareness and then just as quickly reverts right back into her old ways of being judgmental and self-centered. That said, it was still nice to see the unconventional Louisa breathe some life into the said and well-ordered Ian.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Our heroine Louisa Robertson has found her love in acting on stage, but when her father discovers her activities he is livid. The angry Highland general follows through on his threat to ship her off to America for marriage to a man she's never met, but who he hopes will bring out more ladylike behavior in her. Louisa has no choice but to go through with the journey, but she convinces her maid to switch places with her. This way Mairi can marry Louisa's betrothed in America and advance to a better lifestyle and Louisa can finally have the freedom she longs for to be whoever she wants to be.
Former army captain turned ship's captain Ian Sinclair misses the order and discipline of the army and longs for a new commission. When his former superior, to whom he owes his life, offers a commission in exchange for the completion of a personal favor, Captain Sinclair feels he can't refuse. But when this favor turns out to be ferrying the General's "Daughter from Hell" across the Atlantic, Ian wonders just what he's gotten himself into and sees his hopes of a new commission slipping away before he's even left port.
Aboard ship, sparks fly almost immediately with the belligerent lady's companion blatantly disregarding Ian's orders and throwing his need for order into disarray. As he helps the lady's companion, Miss MacQuarie (really Louisa) with her fear of enclosed places, the two grow ever closer. Their connection is immediate and as it develops more and more, and Louisa finds it increasingly difficult to keep up the charade. As their attraction heats up, Louisa becomes even more uncomfortable with her lies and when Ian learns the truth anyway, it looks like any future they might have had is a moot point.
This is where the review might get just a bit ranty. Louisa's behavior was annoying, bratty, and mostly selfish and yet I can understand her need for freedom and her desire for love and affection from her father and two elder brothers. She was still a brat though, and very quick to judge Ian without a care for the uncomfortable position her father had put him in. Louisa was young and naive and definitely had a lot to learn, but her father's treatment of her was rather harsh. Louisa hopes to begin an acting career, but really she just longs for someone to believe in her.
Poor Ian just craves order and he thinks a commission in the army will help him with what seems to be fairly strong OCD tendencies. He can't seem to control his reaction to Miss MacQuarie (Louisa), he's afraid he'll fail the general in his task, and he has just learned that he has a six year old son awaiting his return to Edinburgh. Poor guy just can't catch a break.
Honestly I found Mairi (the actual lady's maid) just as bratty and annoying as Louisa, just in a different way, and yet I still found myself snickering at their antics anyway. I just felt like some of Louisa's naivete, combined with the behavior that got her shipped off in the first place just didn't jive together believably. I could make excuses and deal with Louisa fairly well up until right at the very end when the major obstacles keeping her and Ian apart had been mostly cleared away and seh still judged him, and didn't let him explain himself when he told her about his son. She seems to show this new growth and self-awareness and then just as quickly reverts right back into her old ways of being judgmental and self-centered. That said, it was still nice to see the unconventional Louisa breathe some life into the said and well-ordered Ian.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 6, 2019
With a large portion of the story occurring on a ship and the majority of the rest in America, this is not your everyday Scottish romance! Which is really what made it so enjoyable, the unique settings and people the main characters came into contact with throughout the story. The book also touched on some really interesting historical subjects, like indentured servants and women on the stage in the early 19th century. If you like history, romance at sea, and braw Scottish heroes, you will enjoy Saving the Scot.
All Louisa Robertson wants to do is act. The trouble is that she was born the wrong gender and to a Scottish General who is having none of her nonsense. Caught on stage dressed as a man, Louisa is dragged off by her father and subsequently sent to America to be married off. Having no intention of following orders, she conspires with her maid to switch places - her maid will marry Louisa's betrothed and Louisa will be free to become a famous actress. All this is unknown to the man accompanying her overseas. Ian Sinclair, former Captain of the 42nd Royal Highlanders of Foot, just wants is a commission so he can rejoin the army, but he won't be granted that until he acts as babysitter to the General's daughter. Expecting a hellion, he encounters a relatively tame young woman. It's her maid who is the terror! Although initially attracted by her beauty, it's her wit and good heart that captures his own. When Louisa's secret comes to light, it's only a question of whether or not they will both come out of this with what they want.
While I enjoyed the characters of both Louisa and Ian, there were definitely some spots in this romance that had me shaking my head in frustration. Louisa had many childish moment, and while her immaturity stemmed from her young age and spoiled childhood, it was difficult relating to her. Obviously, she was a very fun character and one that could be relatable to any teenager today. The trouble was that she wanted to be seen as an independent woman - and her actions didn't make me think she could truly be independent. Ian was infinitely more mature, and so more relatable for me, and he had been on his own long enough to develop an independence that Louisa craved. I liked that his relationship with Louisa allowed them both to grow as individuals, with Louisa realizing what it means to be an adult and Ian learning how to loosen up a bit. They were good for each other in the end, and it was wonderful growth as the story progressed.
Honorable mention goes to Louisa's friendship with her maid, Mairi - their friendship is one which I hope to have some day. The banter was so funny, and they kept each other on their toes. It was the perfect example of a strong female friendship that I usually only see in contemporary novels. Brava to Jennifer Tretheway for including it in a historical novel!
Wonderful book with extraordinary characters! This is not a book to miss.
**I received a free copy via NetGalley and this is my honest review.**
All Louisa Robertson wants to do is act. The trouble is that she was born the wrong gender and to a Scottish General who is having none of her nonsense. Caught on stage dressed as a man, Louisa is dragged off by her father and subsequently sent to America to be married off. Having no intention of following orders, she conspires with her maid to switch places - her maid will marry Louisa's betrothed and Louisa will be free to become a famous actress. All this is unknown to the man accompanying her overseas. Ian Sinclair, former Captain of the 42nd Royal Highlanders of Foot, just wants is a commission so he can rejoin the army, but he won't be granted that until he acts as babysitter to the General's daughter. Expecting a hellion, he encounters a relatively tame young woman. It's her maid who is the terror! Although initially attracted by her beauty, it's her wit and good heart that captures his own. When Louisa's secret comes to light, it's only a question of whether or not they will both come out of this with what they want.
While I enjoyed the characters of both Louisa and Ian, there were definitely some spots in this romance that had me shaking my head in frustration. Louisa had many childish moment, and while her immaturity stemmed from her young age and spoiled childhood, it was difficult relating to her. Obviously, she was a very fun character and one that could be relatable to any teenager today. The trouble was that she wanted to be seen as an independent woman - and her actions didn't make me think she could truly be independent. Ian was infinitely more mature, and so more relatable for me, and he had been on his own long enough to develop an independence that Louisa craved. I liked that his relationship with Louisa allowed them both to grow as individuals, with Louisa realizing what it means to be an adult and Ian learning how to loosen up a bit. They were good for each other in the end, and it was wonderful growth as the story progressed.
Honorable mention goes to Louisa's friendship with her maid, Mairi - their friendship is one which I hope to have some day. The banter was so funny, and they kept each other on their toes. It was the perfect example of a strong female friendship that I usually only see in contemporary novels. Brava to Jennifer Tretheway for including it in a historical novel!
Wonderful book with extraordinary characters! This is not a book to miss.
**I received a free copy via NetGalley and this is my honest review.**
September 1, 2025
Saving the Scot is the fourth and final book in the The Highlanders of Balforss series. I'm not sure how I missed this one, but I apparently purchased this audiobook back when it came out and never listened to it. I enjoyed the previous books in this series and this one was another fun, romance with a little bit of steam. Louisa Robertson has been secretly acting on the stage, and when her father finds out, he is furious. No daughter of his is going to be an actress. He finds a groom for her, in America, a friend of her brother's and enters into a marriage contract. He gets Ian Sinclair, the captain of a merchant ship to take her and her maid to America and see that she gets married. In return, he will receive the long awaited army commission. All seems easy enough, but Louisa and her maid, Mari, decide to change places. Mari will marry the rich American, and Louisa will make her way to New York and the stage. What she wasn't expecting was to fall for the captain on the voyage. Will she be able to go through with the plans? Will her secret come out?
This was a fun and interesting historical romance. Ian is a great character. Although he wants Mari (really Louisa) he does have respect for her and doesn't want to do anything she doesn't want either. His crew respect him and do whatever he needs them to do. He doesn't break the law and when attacked by pirates, only does what he needs to do to keep his ship, crew and passengers safe. Louisa is a strong, independent, stubborn, smart woman, but didn't realize what her plan might do to so many. I really liked the character of Will, the cabin boy. He worshiped Ian, and they almost have a father/son relationship. The banter between Ian and Mari/Louisa had humor and some steamy conversations. There are some scenes that are on the open door side, with the language more steamy than the actions. I really liked how this story played out with two romances, and some reconciliation along the way. Although it is a romance and I knew that eventually Louisa and Ian would get together, it was not a smooth road getting there. Overall, I enjoyed this book and series and am glad I finally read this one to get Ian's story. I listened to this book, narrated by Ruth Urquhart. She narrated all the books in this series and did a great job with the various characters and accents. I enjoyed listening to this one.
This was a fun and interesting historical romance. Ian is a great character. Although he wants Mari (really Louisa) he does have respect for her and doesn't want to do anything she doesn't want either. His crew respect him and do whatever he needs them to do. He doesn't break the law and when attacked by pirates, only does what he needs to do to keep his ship, crew and passengers safe. Louisa is a strong, independent, stubborn, smart woman, but didn't realize what her plan might do to so many. I really liked the character of Will, the cabin boy. He worshiped Ian, and they almost have a father/son relationship. The banter between Ian and Mari/Louisa had humor and some steamy conversations. There are some scenes that are on the open door side, with the language more steamy than the actions. I really liked how this story played out with two romances, and some reconciliation along the way. Although it is a romance and I knew that eventually Louisa and Ian would get together, it was not a smooth road getting there. Overall, I enjoyed this book and series and am glad I finally read this one to get Ian's story. I listened to this book, narrated by Ruth Urquhart. She narrated all the books in this series and did a great job with the various characters and accents. I enjoyed listening to this one.
June 27, 2019
Saving the Scot is a hijinks tale of mistaken identity, secrets, and outright lies that make the reader wonder which Scot needs to be saved most. Louisa is the spoiled motherless little sister who terrorizes her father with her refusal to do anything conventional. Since he spends so much time away either on the battlefield or in military training, she’s been left to her own devices, which has led her to the debauched life of play-acting. On the public stage. Ian’s battle scars are more than skin deep, and after five years of attempting to heal as captain of a family merchant ship, he’s ready to leap back into the regimentation of military life. A major hitch in his plans arrives with the news of his fatherhood, a young lad being cared for by an ailing grandmother.
Framed by the false identities of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, Trethewey, who’s an actress turned author, finally pens a story of what she knows best. Louisa lives as though she’s preparing for a role and uses the behavior as an excuse to cover her deepest fears of abandonment and closed-in spaces. When her father sends her away to marry her brother’s acquaintance in America, Ian is tasked with seeing her safely there. But Louisa has other plans and gets her maid to exchange identities. Feeling free to act on his attraction to the supposed lady’s maid, the two allow themselves to get carried away. Through various events involving pirates, thieves, sex traffickers, and another acquaintance with a false identity, the two sort out their future goals and wishes.
Although this story is part of a series of familial characters, it can be read on its own. Other characters are mentioned, and the allusion to the portent dream concluding the previous story, that of Ian marrying a woman in trousers, are the only ties to the other books. Told in opposing points of view from Louis and Ian, readers of romantic fiction will appreciate the research and attention to detail, along with the lusty relationship sparking the adventure.
Framed by the false identities of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, Trethewey, who’s an actress turned author, finally pens a story of what she knows best. Louisa lives as though she’s preparing for a role and uses the behavior as an excuse to cover her deepest fears of abandonment and closed-in spaces. When her father sends her away to marry her brother’s acquaintance in America, Ian is tasked with seeing her safely there. But Louisa has other plans and gets her maid to exchange identities. Feeling free to act on his attraction to the supposed lady’s maid, the two allow themselves to get carried away. Through various events involving pirates, thieves, sex traffickers, and another acquaintance with a false identity, the two sort out their future goals and wishes.
Although this story is part of a series of familial characters, it can be read on its own. Other characters are mentioned, and the allusion to the portent dream concluding the previous story, that of Ian marrying a woman in trousers, are the only ties to the other books. Told in opposing points of view from Louis and Ian, readers of romantic fiction will appreciate the research and attention to detail, along with the lusty relationship sparking the adventure.
March 26, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this adventurous read and a journey across the Atlantic. What seemed like a simple deception, playing a role, soon turned into a much-complicated problem because now there is no turning back. Saving the Scot is a sweet and romantic read. It is a story about two people who are doing something they don't want to do, they have envisioned their lives different, yet fate always intervenes.
All Louisa Robertson wants is freedom to pursue a carrier is acting. Unfortunately, her father and brother do not agree. She is notorious for causing trouble in her home town and everyone talks about her. Ultimately, her father has had enough and decides to ship her off to America. Where she will marry someone she hasn't even met, let alone love. But not to worry because Miss Louisa is never short of ideas to get out of such troubling situations. Along with her maid, she hatches a plan to deceive everyone and at last, gaining the freedom she has always craved.
Ian Sinclaire wants to return to the army but now he is saddled with two women and it is his duty to see that they reach America safely. Their journey is not going to be an easy one, he is sure of that, but he did not anticipate added complication of his feelings for Louisa Robertson's companion. The woman does something to his heart and he simply does not know how to ignore his feelings. Dare he make a move? It isn't like she expects hearts and flowers. Maybe they can both enjoy each other's company and little romance before they must part ways.
It's a very entertaining story and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I think it is a must read for historical fiction fans.
P.S. I received a complimentary copy of this book via NetGalley.
All Louisa Robertson wants is freedom to pursue a carrier is acting. Unfortunately, her father and brother do not agree. She is notorious for causing trouble in her home town and everyone talks about her. Ultimately, her father has had enough and decides to ship her off to America. Where she will marry someone she hasn't even met, let alone love. But not to worry because Miss Louisa is never short of ideas to get out of such troubling situations. Along with her maid, she hatches a plan to deceive everyone and at last, gaining the freedom she has always craved.
Ian Sinclaire wants to return to the army but now he is saddled with two women and it is his duty to see that they reach America safely. Their journey is not going to be an easy one, he is sure of that, but he did not anticipate added complication of his feelings for Louisa Robertson's companion. The woman does something to his heart and he simply does not know how to ignore his feelings. Dare he make a move? It isn't like she expects hearts and flowers. Maybe they can both enjoy each other's company and little romance before they must part ways.
It's a very entertaining story and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I think it is a must read for historical fiction fans.
P.S. I received a complimentary copy of this book via NetGalley.
March 14, 2019
Saving the Scot by Jennifer Trethewey was a unique twist to both the time period and to the characters. Each protagonist complimented what the other one lacked. It felt so right that they were paired together. Their destinies were forced but each one made it to where they belonged. I could not stop laughing.
The heroine was a breath of fresh air. Her fowl words at times and her personality shined like bright stars in a dark sky. She was bold when it came to running away from her dad and the prospect of marriage. A career in theater was what she had wanted. Until she figured out, that it's not all it was cracked up to be. But until she discovered that, she is one determined mess insisting on doing it all.
Their actions have consequences for all involved. Her lovely woman companion is her best friend. Both scheme together to get what they want. However, their lies finally catch up and then it's an emotional mess. I was not sure where the plot was headed. Jennifer Tretheway, never disappointed me. I was intrigued, entertained, and lost within her creative yet charming world.of fiction.
Men can be stupid at times. It takes a good woman to show them what they've been missing and what they needed. Louisa was that woman for her ship captain. The Scottish characters made this enjoyable. Louisa went beyond all other heroines. Both intellectually and emotionally, Lousia was the star. She gave so much to those she cared about. The sea captian was also, a knight in shinning armour. Overall, I could not stop reading this book.
I received this copy from the publisher. This is my voluntary review.
The heroine was a breath of fresh air. Her fowl words at times and her personality shined like bright stars in a dark sky. She was bold when it came to running away from her dad and the prospect of marriage. A career in theater was what she had wanted. Until she figured out, that it's not all it was cracked up to be. But until she discovered that, she is one determined mess insisting on doing it all.
Their actions have consequences for all involved. Her lovely woman companion is her best friend. Both scheme together to get what they want. However, their lies finally catch up and then it's an emotional mess. I was not sure where the plot was headed. Jennifer Tretheway, never disappointed me. I was intrigued, entertained, and lost within her creative yet charming world.of fiction.
Men can be stupid at times. It takes a good woman to show them what they've been missing and what they needed. Louisa was that woman for her ship captain. The Scottish characters made this enjoyable. Louisa went beyond all other heroines. Both intellectually and emotionally, Lousia was the star. She gave so much to those she cared about. The sea captian was also, a knight in shinning armour. Overall, I could not stop reading this book.
I received this copy from the publisher. This is my voluntary review.
May 8, 2019
This is the fourth book in The Highlanders of Balforss series. I have not read the other three in the series, but this is not an issue as each book can be read as a standalone.
Louisa Robertson has infuriated her father for the last time. After he catches her acting on stage, he announces that he has arranged for her to be married and she is to be escorted to America to meet her groom. Loiusa has no plans to marry and hatches a plan with her maid to trade places the only problem her father has enlisted an escort for her for the journey.
Ian Sinclair is desperate to receive a new commission, and when he receives word the General is looking for him he believes his luck has come in. Unfortunately the General is not offering him a commission; instead, he wants him to escort the General's daughter to America. Ian is reluctant, but he finds the lady in question does not live up to her reputation. It's the companion that is a hellion and sparks fly between the two. What will happen when he discovers the truth?
This was an enjoyable read with compelling characters and developed at a fast pace. Loiusa is an intriguing character who longs to escape the bonds that are placed on her by virtue of her position. She wants to live life on her own terms and refuses to allow anything to deter her.
I received an arc of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Louisa Robertson has infuriated her father for the last time. After he catches her acting on stage, he announces that he has arranged for her to be married and she is to be escorted to America to meet her groom. Loiusa has no plans to marry and hatches a plan with her maid to trade places the only problem her father has enlisted an escort for her for the journey.
Ian Sinclair is desperate to receive a new commission, and when he receives word the General is looking for him he believes his luck has come in. Unfortunately the General is not offering him a commission; instead, he wants him to escort the General's daughter to America. Ian is reluctant, but he finds the lady in question does not live up to her reputation. It's the companion that is a hellion and sparks fly between the two. What will happen when he discovers the truth?
This was an enjoyable read with compelling characters and developed at a fast pace. Loiusa is an intriguing character who longs to escape the bonds that are placed on her by virtue of her position. She wants to live life on her own terms and refuses to allow anything to deter her.
I received an arc of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 20, 2019
Louisa Robertson’s father aka the Tartan Terror is furious when he finds her acting on stage. Now, she’s being shipped off to America to marry some stranger her father thinks will bring out the “lady” in her. Luckily, Louisa’s maid Mairi agrees to switch places with her! Her maid will marry the American and get the wealthy lifestyle she’s always wanted, and Louisa can do whatever she damn well pleases for the first time in her life.
Highlander Ian Sinclair served under the Tartan Terror but left the army after Waterloo now he needs an army commission, and the only way he can get one is to safely deliver the general’s Daughter-from-Hell to her intended in America.
This is the fourth book in the series but could very easily be read on its own. I found this book to be like a breath of fresh air & certainly had that feel good factor. Louisa what a woman, I loved her feistiness which hid her insecurities, her antics had me laughing out loud. Ian was so caring of everyone, I loved how he fell for Louisa at their first meeting. They were perfect for each other, the road to their HEA wasn’t smooth with secrets & of course Louisa changing places with Mairi but it was highly entertaining. A well written book with a well paced story & well defined characters. I think this is my favourite of the series so far
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
Highlander Ian Sinclair served under the Tartan Terror but left the army after Waterloo now he needs an army commission, and the only way he can get one is to safely deliver the general’s Daughter-from-Hell to her intended in America.
This is the fourth book in the series but could very easily be read on its own. I found this book to be like a breath of fresh air & certainly had that feel good factor. Louisa what a woman, I loved her feistiness which hid her insecurities, her antics had me laughing out loud. Ian was so caring of everyone, I loved how he fell for Louisa at their first meeting. They were perfect for each other, the road to their HEA wasn’t smooth with secrets & of course Louisa changing places with Mairi but it was highly entertaining. A well written book with a well paced story & well defined characters. I think this is my favourite of the series so far
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
April 4, 2019
Louisa Robertson is the daughter of General Sir Thomas Robertson AKA the Tartan Terror. She is known as the General's daughter from Hell. She is always in trouble but she wants the same freedom as her brothers but at this time it ain't going to happen. I feel for her through out this book, what she gets herself and even other people into would surprise you.. She has a heart of gold and is a sweet girl, but. She gets herself in a mess this time because she wants to act and in the middle of the play in walks in her dad, throws her over his shoulder and turns around and leaves. She is going to America for an arranged marriage.
Captain Ian Michael Sinclair, former Captain of the 42nd Royal Highlanders of Foot and second son to Laird John Sinclair, had been called in by his former superior officer, now General Robertson. He was hoping for a commission., he missed the military.
I loved this story, she was a whirlwind. Her maid was traveling with her and they were in cahoots. She experienced a storm, some fears, and a cat. It was funny, sweet, and scary. I had several good laughs during the reading.. It is not for the young, there are some sexy scenes. I just overall enjoyed it. If you like Highlanders, a Captain and assorted characters, you will love it.
Captain Ian Michael Sinclair, former Captain of the 42nd Royal Highlanders of Foot and second son to Laird John Sinclair, had been called in by his former superior officer, now General Robertson. He was hoping for a commission., he missed the military.
I loved this story, she was a whirlwind. Her maid was traveling with her and they were in cahoots. She experienced a storm, some fears, and a cat. It was funny, sweet, and scary. I had several good laughs during the reading.. It is not for the young, there are some sexy scenes. I just overall enjoyed it. If you like Highlanders, a Captain and assorted characters, you will love it.
December 6, 2022
Taming of the shrew with a Scottish twist
I loved Louisa and Ian’s forced proximity, taming of the shrew romance. It is filled with all the emotions, the connections and the love. The story will give you all the feels - laughing, crying, swooning, cringing, teeth gritting, and cheering. Louisa and Ian are real, relatable people who have flaws, but are really trying to just do their best as messy humans. Louisa is the only daughter of a Scottish general. After she is caught wearing trousers and acting on stage, Louisa is bound for America and a husband has been selected for her. She and her servant Mary agree to switch places so Mary can marry and Louisa can be an actress. Of course, her plans begin to go awry when she meets Ian, the captain of ship ferrying her to America. The more time they spend together, the more the tendrils of connection form but being together will knock both of their lives sideways. The journey toward their HEA was a fun swoony and sexy ride. The story included sweet moments, steamy scenes, chuckles, supportive friends, messy families, painful pasts, secrets, messes, and all the heart squeezing love. This is my first read from this author and it won’t be my last. 4.5 stars
I loved Louisa and Ian’s forced proximity, taming of the shrew romance. It is filled with all the emotions, the connections and the love. The story will give you all the feels - laughing, crying, swooning, cringing, teeth gritting, and cheering. Louisa and Ian are real, relatable people who have flaws, but are really trying to just do their best as messy humans. Louisa is the only daughter of a Scottish general. After she is caught wearing trousers and acting on stage, Louisa is bound for America and a husband has been selected for her. She and her servant Mary agree to switch places so Mary can marry and Louisa can be an actress. Of course, her plans begin to go awry when she meets Ian, the captain of ship ferrying her to America. The more time they spend together, the more the tendrils of connection form but being together will knock both of their lives sideways. The journey toward their HEA was a fun swoony and sexy ride. The story included sweet moments, steamy scenes, chuckles, supportive friends, messy families, painful pasts, secrets, messes, and all the heart squeezing love. This is my first read from this author and it won’t be my last. 4.5 stars
April 7, 2023
Ian & Louisa: triggers: sexual assault, alcohol abuse, fraud. This was not my favorite book of the series. While I love how vivacious the women of both Scotland and Ireland are Louisa was probably the most annoying. In her quest to be an actress Louisa decides to pull a parent trap 🪤 and switch places with her lady's maid and best friend Mary in order to get out of getting married, so that she can head to NY to hit the stages. 🤦🏾♀️. Ian is anxious to get back into the military and to do so, be just do a favor for Louisa's father. Take her to Connecticut to get married. For six weeks these two women are on a ship with the Captain and his crew literally trying to pull the wool over their eyes. What they did not expect was that Louisa, as Mary would fall for Ian and Mary as Louisa would fall for Louisa's betrothed. 🤦🏾♀️. This is a slow burn and has it's sweet moments and hilarious moments. The book still follows it's predecessors and includes action and drama and JT give a huge dose of plot twists that will keep you enthralled. The only reason I didn't like it was much is because Louisa was constantly getting herself into some kind of trouble all because she wouldn't listen and she had to have her own way. Not that it's a bad that but it was just too much.
February 18, 2019
SAVING THE SCOT was sweet, fun, and a bit adventurous—exactly what I needed in the moment. While reading, I often found myself taken by surprise at just how kind and understanding the hero, Ian, always was. His mental health struggles were also handled with grace and understanding by both the narration and the protagonist, Louisa. Despite the main concept largely revolving around a significant deception, this wasn't a huge drawback for me, as it was not done with ill intent, and the issues with the deception were addressed over the course of the book.
The main negative for me was Louisa's immaturity, which wasn't especially prominent throughout, but was the driving force behind the main plot taking place at all. This led to the ending revealing Louisa to be more childish than she had been for most of the book, which put a damper on my satisfaction with the conclusion. Ultimately, however, the romance was sweet, Ian is the picture of a supportive Highlander love interest, and I thoroughly enjoyed this read.
I received an advanced reader’s copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
The main negative for me was Louisa's immaturity, which wasn't especially prominent throughout, but was the driving force behind the main plot taking place at all. This led to the ending revealing Louisa to be more childish than she had been for most of the book, which put a damper on my satisfaction with the conclusion. Ultimately, however, the romance was sweet, Ian is the picture of a supportive Highlander love interest, and I thoroughly enjoyed this read.
I received an advanced reader’s copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
March 12, 2019
I loved Louisa and Ian's story!!
Ian just needs to get his former commanding officer's daughter across to America and he will be given a much wanted assignment. He has been warned that the daughter will be a handful, but is pleasantly surprised when she doesn't' cause any trouble. It is her companion that he keeps butting heads with.
Louisa and her ladies maid have exchanged identities. Her father has sent her off to get married and all she wants to do is be an actress on stage. Her ladies maid would love to get married and live a life of luxury and jumps at the chance to make her wildest fantasies come true. But as Louisa gets closer to Ian, she hates that she is lying to him. What will happen when the truth comes out?
This was a great story! Each book in this series got better than the last and this was definitely my favorite! I loved watching the interactions between Ian and Louisa. I was laughing out loud throughout the book!
I would definitely recommend reading the rest of the series before this one as I think it will make the story much more enjoyable, but it is not necessary to throughly enjoy it! I'm hoping that Trethewey is continuing this series or doing a spin off of it as I want to see the HEA of many secondary characters in this series!
Ian just needs to get his former commanding officer's daughter across to America and he will be given a much wanted assignment. He has been warned that the daughter will be a handful, but is pleasantly surprised when she doesn't' cause any trouble. It is her companion that he keeps butting heads with.
Louisa and her ladies maid have exchanged identities. Her father has sent her off to get married and all she wants to do is be an actress on stage. Her ladies maid would love to get married and live a life of luxury and jumps at the chance to make her wildest fantasies come true. But as Louisa gets closer to Ian, she hates that she is lying to him. What will happen when the truth comes out?
This was a great story! Each book in this series got better than the last and this was definitely my favorite! I loved watching the interactions between Ian and Louisa. I was laughing out loud throughout the book!
I would definitely recommend reading the rest of the series before this one as I think it will make the story much more enjoyable, but it is not necessary to throughly enjoy it! I'm hoping that Trethewey is continuing this series or doing a spin off of it as I want to see the HEA of many secondary characters in this series!
March 25, 2019
Saving the Scot by Jennifer Trethewey is book 4 in the The Highlanders of Balforss Series. This is the story of Louisa Robertson and Ian Sinclair. I have read the previous books but feel you can make this a standalone book if you wish to do so.
Ian wish to return to the army and when his former Captain asked to see him he thinks he will be getting his commission. But what Ian received was a order to take the Captain's daughter to America to be married and he will then give him the commission he so wants. Louisa wishes to be an actress and when her father rips her of the stage he tries to end her dream by informing her that he will ship her off to marry. Louisa comes up with an ideal to switch places with her maid and allow her to marry into the security she wants. This will open Louisa up to become the actress she wants to be in New York. But she has to keep her identity a secret to get this switch done. Ian has to have things a certain way which is the opposite of what Louisa does. Ian and Louisa have the sparks and their tempers flying...but what will Ian due when he finds out the truth?
Ian wish to return to the army and when his former Captain asked to see him he thinks he will be getting his commission. But what Ian received was a order to take the Captain's daughter to America to be married and he will then give him the commission he so wants. Louisa wishes to be an actress and when her father rips her of the stage he tries to end her dream by informing her that he will ship her off to marry. Louisa comes up with an ideal to switch places with her maid and allow her to marry into the security she wants. This will open Louisa up to become the actress she wants to be in New York. But she has to keep her identity a secret to get this switch done. Ian has to have things a certain way which is the opposite of what Louisa does. Ian and Louisa have the sparks and their tempers flying...but what will Ian due when he finds out the truth?
Displaying 1 - 30 of 74 reviews