What Happens in Scotland audiobook

Fede Ring Circa 1650★★★★☆ Fabulous fun! I really enjoyed this one, which was sort of a spin on the popular movie Hangover – making it a Victorian Hangover. So many things should NOT have worked in this debut novel, but did. This was mainly due to the sheer fun of the read. The premise had all of us in Happily Ever After Café who were doing a “buddy read” cracking the book earlier than planned. I would say this is a twist on a lighthearted comedy of errors, but not too over the top. I rolled my eyes over a bit in the set-up – both of the hero and heroine were having a problem with their memory – but others in the group were more forgiving. Plus, it is all explained later. We were entirely too interested in finding out the answers to all the little mysteries about what happened the night before, how Lady Georgette and James McKenzie woke up and found each other married to one another. Or are they? Besides the entire list of unknowns to solve, what I really liked was the setting; the details of the era seem so well done. Although this historical takes place in 1842, I did feel like I was in a Scottish village – one stuck in the medieval ages. It was nicely detailed, but the plot didn’t drag.There were several unique characters introduced and – even if the villain wasn’t that hard to figure out – well, most bad guys aren’t in RomanceLandia. Plus, as they were going about their day trying to reconstruct their memories of the previous evening, the fun of discovering yet another mystery instead of an answer was engaging. A thoroughly entertaining read! I look forward to more by this talented author.

✨New Kink: Hot Scot with Hygeine✨I mention the hygiene because obviously this book references the movie What Happens in Vegas and Ashton Kutcher’s character in that movie is SO DISGUSTING for 75% of it. Here, my James (MY James I’ll fight you for him) is a solicitor and obviously smells like pine and Scottish fresh air and a sex god. Having a torrid affair is not in his nature so it was a nice change from the movie and made me like him so so so much.I was also really reminded of Leap Year (just trade Ireland for Scotland). The crazy shenanigans they got up to and their horrible luck really made me laugh in a mid-2000s rom-comedy of errors way. I loved the people of the town and it truly felt like a movie. The first page was the perfect introduction to the story. From that page alone I was just really hoping the book would keep that energy. It was a super fun mystery because at the beginning you get presented with a bunch of random bananas consequences of their Wild Night and the entire book works to unravel what actually happened that night. It kept me engaged the entire time because there was always another one and they were revealed at a nice pace. There was an underlying villain and hint of danger/urgency that also kept the pace alive. Everything shakes out at the end and I had such a good time. It was angsty but also low angst in the sense that I didn’t get worked up over bad decisions or villains or anything because I enjoyed it all. The third act breakup wasn’t a breakup but was just as dramatic worked supremely for me. I also got so emotional??? James’s relationship with his family really got to me. And when he was just like “would being married to me really be such a bad thing?” I just also have to take a moment to appreciate the relationship between James and Georgette. It was hot and bothered and romantic. Watching them fall in love in such a short time frame was unique but very well done and believable. I loved the little flashbacks of the previous night that the characters remembered [read: the sexy times]. It kept the passion at the center of their relationship. It is definitely slow burn though because after the initial chapter the characters are separated for half of the book and then kiss a few times and then bang it out at the end. There was a lengthy scene near the end and I was happy with the steam we got! It wasn’t anything revolutionary but I was just eating up their little flashes of passion from the night before or when one would remind the other of something saucy. And we got a GOOD GIRL. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 🌶🌶.75*/5*It was explicit-adjacent because I feel it definitely qualifies as a full open door sex scene but it didn’t go into as great of detail or language! Kinda like the Hating Game I think but maybe a little more? Maybe not idk but it was enough for me but it’s not a steamy steamy read. **There are a few scenarios where you’re like ehh that’s cringey but everything pretty much ends up being above the board and maybe not what you think it is. Just maybe have that in the back of your mind!***Note from future Hannah: Just saying Sarah MacLean said this was a technically perfect romance in her podcast and I AGREETWs: Miscarriage in the past, blacking out because of alcohol, s**cide of character in the past.

Really enjoyed this! RTC.

If the title alone isn't enough to tempt you, I bet the first two lines will do the trick:Though she would never admit it to polite Society, Lady Georgette Thorold hated brandy almost as much as she hated husbands. So it was the cruelest of jokes when she awoke with nary a clue to her surroundings, smelling like one and pressed up against the other.So begins What Happens in Scotland, a tale both hilarious and harrowing as it follows Georgette and James and their desperate attempts to unravel the brandy-soaked events of the previous evening — events that seem to have left them wedded but sorely lacking in bliss. Author Jennifer McQuiston makes her striking debut with a screwball Victorian-era scavenger hunt, deftly spiced with the angst, urgency, sexual tension and wit that make a romance unforgettable.The trials and tribulations of this less-than-happy couple take place within a mere 24 hours, but the romance feels far from rushed. The pressing circumstances and the danger that plagues James and Georgette force an awkward alliance and bring all kinds of secrets to the fore — regrets, tragedies, desires — and this, coupled with a comical series of misunderstandings that reveal their characters layer by intriguing layer, allows James to realize he's not quite so content with his life as a loner, and Georgette to understand that "husband" is not necessarily synonymous with "wastrel." After the story's opening, when Georgette flees the room she shared with James, the two don't actually meet up again until halfway through the book. A crafty move on the author's part, because this builds an agonizing anticipation — I couldn't turn the pages fast enough, I was so anxious to witness the pair's reunion. Here the sparks — not to mention the rocks, accusations, insults and bullets — really begin to fly!James MacKenzie took a step toward her, and her next ill-advised thought was one of worry. Well, that wasn't quite true. First there was the raw, shimmering awareness of him. This morning when she had first seen him, he had been abed. Her memory of him was of a man waking with a rakish grin, teasing her back to some forgotten forbidden pleasure.This afternoon he was all too awake, and his eyes conveyed nothing of pleasure.What Happens in Scotland is a droll delight, fast-paced and touching, with twists and turns aplenty and a vibrant narrative that will plunk you right down into the middle of the village Moraig and tempt you to stay put. The giddy euphoria you'll feel as you read this entrancing tale will make you think you're the one who's been tipping the brandy bottle. Slàinte!

A delightful historical romance from debut author Jennifer McQuinston that will charm the hearts of readers . Georgette comes to Scotland to visit her cousin & get on with her life after the death of her no good , lying , cheating husband . She's through with mourning & ready to get on with living. Oh , she's living , alright enough . One minute she's fighting off the advances of her cousin & the next she's living-out-loud . Suddenly she's drinking booze , giving lap-dances to drunk Scots & instigating barroom brawls . She never dreamed she'd wake up the next morning with a strange man in her bed & no memory of the night before . The ring on her finger & the gleam in his eye send the normally mild mannered widow into a panic . What's a girl to do ? Well , Georgette hurls the chamber pot as his head , of course . Reformed hellraiser , James McKenzie is livid after he awakens with a cracked head & a missing purse .He thought his days of wild living were a thing of the past . How could he have fallen off the bandwagon so easily ? A pretty face & a shapely leg are the most likely explanation . The handsome attorney at large will make his thieving wife pay if it's the last thing he does . It's a twisted journey the newlyweds take to find each other . Jaimie & his faux bride are outraged as they piece together the puzzle of their wild night together . Their memories start to return as the inquiries reveal more & more exploits...each tale becoming more outlandish than the last . But the lovebirds only want to know one thing....are they married or not . Will they stay together if they really are truly wed ? And what really set this event in motion ?I absolutely loved this book . Jaimie & Georgette go from strangers to adversaries with an enemy in common . Because you see ....Jaimie really was a chivalrous man with honorable intentions . He only wanted to protect the drunken damsel in distress . There really was a villain in this story . And intrigue aplenty . Jaimie & Georgette go from wanting their freedom to desperately wanting forever . Sigh....Looks like I've found a new author to follow . Reader beware...you'll love this charming story as much as I did . So what are you waiting for... grab yourself a copy & get to reading . Thanks to Avon Publishing for letting me read this book in return for my honest opinion . ARC downloaded via Edelweiss .

What a delightfully enjoyable debut! If you enjoy the lighter fare in your romance, with wit, charm, and sizzle Jennifer McQuiston has done a wonderful job with her debut! When Lady Georgette Thorold, who acts a proper lady at all times, wakes up to a mysterious man in an unknown inn she knows something terribly wrong has happened! Smacking the large, very attractive, man on the head with the chamber pot, she escapes and learns the awful truth...that man is her husband. As more and more pieces are uncovered about that wild night, she knows she needs to find James McKenzie and get this marriage annulled as she will never be under a mans control again after her disastrous first marriage. When she finally meets up with James again she faces a new problem though. James thinks her a thief and a liar and together they strive to uncover the truth as both of their memories are a bit foggy from that night. Will this unlikely couple make this sham of a marriage real?This is my favorite type of book..light, with just a touch of drama, an enjoyable, fun romance. Georgette is a strong, confident woman that is thankful to finally be free of any man but when she finds herself tied to this burly Scotsman, she has to rethink what has happened. James brings out a whole new side to her... opinionated and bold and he finds himself drawn to both sides of her. James is proud and after a falling out with his family, he has striven to put his shameful past behind him and make a name for himself as a solicitor. I loved how Georgette was able to help him mend the fences with his family. Watching this unlikely couple find true love together was a joy to read and even though it happened all over the span of one day, it worked for me. A truly wonderful debut and a new author that I am looking forward to more from soon! 4 solid starseARC provided by Avon Books via edelweiss

Love, love, love WHAT HAPPENS IN SCOTLAND!! It's so much FUN!!! Jennifer McQuiston is a freaking master at blending comedy and angst. It's really a beautiful novel. Do yourself a BIG favor and pick it up. I pretty much guarantee she'll be your favorite new author :)

Thank you Edelweiss and the publisher for this ARC .This book is a historical romance written by Jennifer McQuiston . The publisher is Avon . There are 384 pages . The scheduled release date is 2/26/13.This was a fun romance novel. Georgette is a wealthy widow. She is invited by her cousin ,Randolph, to visit Scotland for a few weeks.But, it becomes clear that her cousin had ulterior motives for inviting her.After turning down Randolph' s marriage proposal, Georgette finds herself waking up with a strange man that claims she is his wife. Horrified, she runs away. Then she realizes she has to find the man so they can annul their marriage. Confusion is rife when the couple can't remember what actually happened that night .When James wakes up hungover and allegedly married, his new bride not only ran away , she stole his money. So, not only does he need to find out if his marriage was legal , he wants to file charges against the lady.In the meantime , someone tries to kill James and Georgette acquires a cat , a dog , and a new ladies maid.Part lighthearted comedy, part romance , part adventure , this book will match any mood your in. If you're looking for something to take you away from the day to day junk , dive into this book for pure escape from reality.The only complaint here again, is the way too relaxed language that doesn't fit with the era of time the story is set in. Now , this was an uncorrected proof, so some of the more modern phrases may be polished before publication. I thought the characters were lively and fun. I like to see the inhibited lady lose her timidity and become emboldened. I like a guy that has honor and integrity, even though he's a little flawed and conflicted.The secondary characters were delightful.Overall a B +

Lady Thorold has just started to live again after a horrid marriage and never wishes to be strapped down by a man’s dictates. The widow, Lady Georgette Thorold decide to restart her life by going to visit her male cousin in Scotland. She awakes confused and in a bed with a naked bearded Scotsman and there is a wedding ring on her finger. Unsure how she got herself in such a state, she does what any reasonable Lady would do and hits the naked hunk in the head with a chamber pot knocking him out cold and runs away. James McKenzie is rudely awakened by his brother Lord William. He is missing his wallet, has a cut on his head and has little recollection of the previous night. Believing he was robbed of his purse and most likely his prized horse by the most intriguing woman, he is hot in pursuit to track her down.It’s a story about two people unsure of the night’s events trying to piece together the clues they uncover and make sense of the circumstances they find themselves in... This was a slow building and charming story that reminded me of a historical fiction version of the “Hangover” movie. Both characters have demons from their past to face before they can trust each other. A deviant plot is afoot and it could definitely threaten their ever finding happiness. This was an intriguing romance, I found it moderately slow going but in the end I found myself completely engaged in the outcome. I am very much looking forward for more from Jennifer McQuiston, an extremely exciting new author in a genre I adore.This ARC copy of What Happens in Scotland was given to me by Avon in exchange for a honest review. Publish Date February 26, 2013.For more of Beth's reviews check out Tome Tender.