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Highlands Christmas Romance #1-3
The Complete Highlands Christmas Trilogy
From bestselling author Amy Quick Parrish comes a heartwarming, cozy romance trilogy about starting over, finding home, and falling in love in the snowy Scottish Highlands.
This boxed set/omnibus edition includes all three novels in the complete Highlands Christmas Romance series.
When Melissa MacKenzie’s life in the U.S. falls apart—her marriage ending, her home no longer hers—she never expects a letter to change everything. Inheriting a house in the Scottish Highlands sends her across the ocean in search of a fresh start… and straight into the path of fate.
Enter Colin a charming Scottish-American lawyer with a devastating accent, an inconvenient connection to Melissa’s divorce, and a way of making Scotland feel like home. As winter settles over the Highlands, Melissa and her best friend Caitlin are drawn into a close-knit village filled with crackling fires, festive celebrations, and unexpected love.
Across Christmas, New Year’s, and the heart of winter, friendships deepen, romances bloom, and long-held dreams are tested. Caitlin finds her own chance at love when she’s snowed in at a Highland inn with a rugged musician. Melissa must decide how much she’s willing to risk to claim both the home she’s inherited—and the future she wants.
As legal battles, family complications, and unfinished business threaten everything they’ve built, Melissa and Colin must fight for their happily-ever-after and prove that sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is choose where—and who—you belong with.
Set against the enchanting backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, this sweet contemporary romance trilogy is perfect for readers who love cozy holiday love stories, small-town charm, found family, and emotionally satisfying endings.
Included in this Boxed Set/Omnibus Highlands Christmas – Book 1
A Christmas miracle leads to Scotland—and a lawyer who was hired to be the enemy.
Highlands New Year – Book 2
Snowed in. New beginnings. A New Year romance in the Highlands.
Highlands Homecoming – Book 3
When love and home are finally within reach, one last challenge stands in the way.
This boxed set/omnibus edition includes all three novels in the complete Highlands Christmas Romance series.
When Melissa MacKenzie’s life in the U.S. falls apart—her marriage ending, her home no longer hers—she never expects a letter to change everything. Inheriting a house in the Scottish Highlands sends her across the ocean in search of a fresh start… and straight into the path of fate.
Enter Colin a charming Scottish-American lawyer with a devastating accent, an inconvenient connection to Melissa’s divorce, and a way of making Scotland feel like home. As winter settles over the Highlands, Melissa and her best friend Caitlin are drawn into a close-knit village filled with crackling fires, festive celebrations, and unexpected love.
Across Christmas, New Year’s, and the heart of winter, friendships deepen, romances bloom, and long-held dreams are tested. Caitlin finds her own chance at love when she’s snowed in at a Highland inn with a rugged musician. Melissa must decide how much she’s willing to risk to claim both the home she’s inherited—and the future she wants.
As legal battles, family complications, and unfinished business threaten everything they’ve built, Melissa and Colin must fight for their happily-ever-after and prove that sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is choose where—and who—you belong with.
Set against the enchanting backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, this sweet contemporary romance trilogy is perfect for readers who love cozy holiday love stories, small-town charm, found family, and emotionally satisfying endings.
Included in this Boxed Set/Omnibus Highlands Christmas – Book 1
A Christmas miracle leads to Scotland—and a lawyer who was hired to be the enemy.
Highlands New Year – Book 2
Snowed in. New beginnings. A New Year romance in the Highlands.
Highlands Homecoming – Book 3
When love and home are finally within reach, one last challenge stands in the way.
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360 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 4, 2024
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16 books413 followersAmy Quick Parrish is the author of sweet Christmas romances Highlands Christmas and Highlands New Year as well as young adult novels Into Dust, Into the Storm, and The Frequency. Born and raised in Michigan, she now lives in the Boston area with a wonderful husband and son and a lovely gray cat. When she's not busy crafting compelling screenplays or novels, you can find her watching Michigan football or on a quest to find the perfect taco. To stay updated on Amy Quick Parrish's latest works and adventures, you can follow her on Instagram, Facebook or join her mailing list at www.amyquickparrish.com
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August 3, 2025
The first novella in this trilogy follows Melissa MacKenzie as she learns on Thanksgiving that her husband wants a divorce. Coincidentally, Melissa just recently found that she inherited a home in Inverness, Scotland. So this is where she goes on a whim after her husband’s divorce announcement. She wants to see what the house is like and maybe even start a new life there. Also coincidentally, she runs into her husband’s divorce lawyer at the airport, who is also from Inverness. What are the chances?!
The second novella in this trilogy features Melissa's best friend from Boston, Caitlin, who comes to Inverness to visit for New Year’s festivities. Caitlin is out exploring with Melissa's Scottish friend, Lindsey, when she is snowed in at a local inn after a sudden snowstorm catches her off guard. Also snowed-in at the inn are two very handsome Scottish guys and a bunch of tourists. When people start to get bored from being shut in, Caitlin and her new friends organize meals, parties, and games to pass the time until roads are cleared.
The third novella in this trilogy takes place just after the Christmas and the New Year, and finds that Melissa’s divorce is finally official—or is it? Her rotten ex-husband Dave stirs up a ton of trouble where her inherited Scottish estate is concerned. Melissa’s old and new friends rally to protect her interests. And the characters that I’ve grown to love have some big life changes. There’s a lot of Boston in this installment, as well as Scotland.
This collection is full of Scottish food, music, and all sorts of Scottish things. Also absolutely full of Christmas and cold weather, which I love. By the end of the collection, some of the characters’ loose ends have been tied up, but honestly I feel like there is enough story still open that the series could keep going. If the author chose to continue these stories, I would keep reading them. They're quick, festive, easy reads which are a must for my holiday reading list every single year.
Many thanks to the author and Flying Cactus Publishing, who allowed me to read a digital copy of this book via NetGalley.
The second novella in this trilogy features Melissa's best friend from Boston, Caitlin, who comes to Inverness to visit for New Year’s festivities. Caitlin is out exploring with Melissa's Scottish friend, Lindsey, when she is snowed in at a local inn after a sudden snowstorm catches her off guard. Also snowed-in at the inn are two very handsome Scottish guys and a bunch of tourists. When people start to get bored from being shut in, Caitlin and her new friends organize meals, parties, and games to pass the time until roads are cleared.
The third novella in this trilogy takes place just after the Christmas and the New Year, and finds that Melissa’s divorce is finally official—or is it? Her rotten ex-husband Dave stirs up a ton of trouble where her inherited Scottish estate is concerned. Melissa’s old and new friends rally to protect her interests. And the characters that I’ve grown to love have some big life changes. There’s a lot of Boston in this installment, as well as Scotland.
This collection is full of Scottish food, music, and all sorts of Scottish things. Also absolutely full of Christmas and cold weather, which I love. By the end of the collection, some of the characters’ loose ends have been tied up, but honestly I feel like there is enough story still open that the series could keep going. If the author chose to continue these stories, I would keep reading them. They're quick, festive, easy reads which are a must for my holiday reading list every single year.
Many thanks to the author and Flying Cactus Publishing, who allowed me to read a digital copy of this book via NetGalley.
October 7, 2025
Having previously read the first book in The Highlands Trilogy, I was excited to read the next two.
Amy Quick Parrish introduces us to Melissa MacKenzie when her life is upended and she impulsively heads to Scotland. But she has more than the Loch Ness monster to contend with in her new country. Luckily she meets Colin in the airport and is only too happy to realize they are travelling to the same small village, Melissa will need Colin's help along with the rest of his family if she has any chance of making Scotland permanent.
After a cozy Christmas, it is almost time for Colin to return to the states where he is a lawyer. Before he leaves though, Melissa's best friend visits. When an unexpected blizzard traps Melissa's best friend and Colin's sister at a lodge, Colin and Melissa are trapped together at her home. Conditions are right for romance!
Thank you to NetGalley and Flying Cactus Publishing for a chance to read these delightful novellas in exchange for my honest opinion. This series is the perfect read for the festive season!
Amy Quick Parrish introduces us to Melissa MacKenzie when her life is upended and she impulsively heads to Scotland. But she has more than the Loch Ness monster to contend with in her new country. Luckily she meets Colin in the airport and is only too happy to realize they are travelling to the same small village, Melissa will need Colin's help along with the rest of his family if she has any chance of making Scotland permanent.
After a cozy Christmas, it is almost time for Colin to return to the states where he is a lawyer. Before he leaves though, Melissa's best friend visits. When an unexpected blizzard traps Melissa's best friend and Colin's sister at a lodge, Colin and Melissa are trapped together at her home. Conditions are right for romance!
Thank you to NetGalley and Flying Cactus Publishing for a chance to read these delightful novellas in exchange for my honest opinion. This series is the perfect read for the festive season!
November 17, 2025
Wonderful Christmas trilogy!
Just love the characters and with being set in Scotland was absolutely fantastic. Just great storytelling. Hope there are many more in the series!
Just love the characters and with being set in Scotland was absolutely fantastic. Just great storytelling. Hope there are many more in the series!
December 15, 2025
In this bundle you have the 3 stories which you need to read in order to properly follow the story and to avoid spoiler.
In “Highland Christmas” we get to know the main characters. Melissa is informed before Christmas that her husband wants a divorce and has a girlfriend and will keep their house as it is under his name. So not sure where to go a letter, informing her that she inherited a house in Scotland by an unknown relative and will help her to sell it and transfer the cash, comes at the right time. She books a flight to have a look at the house. On several occasions she bumps into the same handsome guy Colin. As it turns out he is her husband´s divorce lawyer.
In “Highlands New Year” lives Melissa now in Scotland and her best friend from America Caitlin is visiting her. The idea is to show her around, even in wintertime together with her first friend in Scotland Lindsay, who is Colin´s sister. This book concentrates more on Caitlin and Lindsay who get snowed in and meet two guys who will change their lives.
In “Highlands Homecoming” this concentrates again on Melissa to get her divorce finalized and Colin who returned to his job in Boston.
This is a very, very cozy story!
It has a wonderful winter atmosphere in Scotland but other than that these books are nothing special for me.
They are an easy and fast read.
The storylines are a bid flat to me as in the end no matter what all turns out perfect for the main characters.
In the first book I really had problems to like Melissa.
I mean she hears she inherited a house, flies over, finds the office of the company closed but marches into the house and starts repairing it without talking to anybody, without clarifying the legal side of everything. This was really strange and unbelievable to me.
Book 2 I liked more with the new characters we were introduced to and I liked this story a bit better.
Book 3 I could not understand at all why Melissa was ever married to her husband the way he acted there.
So who is looking for an quick and easy read without much story, not much character development and to have Christmas and New Year flair should check this out.
In “Highland Christmas” we get to know the main characters. Melissa is informed before Christmas that her husband wants a divorce and has a girlfriend and will keep their house as it is under his name. So not sure where to go a letter, informing her that she inherited a house in Scotland by an unknown relative and will help her to sell it and transfer the cash, comes at the right time. She books a flight to have a look at the house. On several occasions she bumps into the same handsome guy Colin. As it turns out he is her husband´s divorce lawyer.
In “Highlands New Year” lives Melissa now in Scotland and her best friend from America Caitlin is visiting her. The idea is to show her around, even in wintertime together with her first friend in Scotland Lindsay, who is Colin´s sister. This book concentrates more on Caitlin and Lindsay who get snowed in and meet two guys who will change their lives.
In “Highlands Homecoming” this concentrates again on Melissa to get her divorce finalized and Colin who returned to his job in Boston.
This is a very, very cozy story!
It has a wonderful winter atmosphere in Scotland but other than that these books are nothing special for me.
They are an easy and fast read.
The storylines are a bid flat to me as in the end no matter what all turns out perfect for the main characters.
In the first book I really had problems to like Melissa.
I mean she hears she inherited a house, flies over, finds the office of the company closed but marches into the house and starts repairing it without talking to anybody, without clarifying the legal side of everything. This was really strange and unbelievable to me.
Book 2 I liked more with the new characters we were introduced to and I liked this story a bit better.
Book 3 I could not understand at all why Melissa was ever married to her husband the way he acted there.
So who is looking for an quick and easy read without much story, not much character development and to have Christmas and New Year flair should check this out.
December 21, 2025
I kindly received this book from Netgalley and the publishers for my honest review. We start our story of in Boston, but when main character Melissa’s life falls apart and suddenly she inherits a house in Scotland and she turns her life upside down.
I thought this was a very good start to the trilogy. It did start off a little slow, but soon it did pick up. The characters had dimensions. You really felt for them or was really annoyed by them. It did feel like the dialog was really stiff at times.
The second book of the trilogy we turn to a different character. Caitlin, Melissa’s best friend visits her in Scotland. She finds herself snowed in together with Lindsay, Melissa’s other best friend. She finds herself on a right adventure and maybe some love on the way.
It was interesting to the characters and setting it from a different perspective. I absolutely love all the small details about Scotland and how the author has sketched such a vivid picture of Scotland. Once again the dialog felt a little stiff but it was on improvement in this book. Because of the short frame to write seeing as it is a novella. It felt a little rushed in places, but nothing too bad.
Lastly we have Melissa who is on the verge of owning her house and having everything she wants it when her ex-husband tried to ruinin her plans. But she has to focus on helping her friend Lindsay with opening a new inn.
This one had the most intense plot. The dialog was also the best in this book the author really improved with this book. I liked the storyline, even though Dave the ex-husband was in it and I really don’t like him. But that is exactly what he was written for. I did find it a shame that there where a few loose ends at the end of trilogy.
Overall this trilogy is incredibly good and fun. It is full of cosy days, love and romance, friendships and hardships and festive cheer. They are the perfect size to read if you have less time during this period. They will fill you with joy and cheer (except Dave). The romance overall was very good and sweet. So the perfect books to read in the festive period. (Or if you just really like Scotland)
I thought this was a very good start to the trilogy. It did start off a little slow, but soon it did pick up. The characters had dimensions. You really felt for them or was really annoyed by them. It did feel like the dialog was really stiff at times.
The second book of the trilogy we turn to a different character. Caitlin, Melissa’s best friend visits her in Scotland. She finds herself snowed in together with Lindsay, Melissa’s other best friend. She finds herself on a right adventure and maybe some love on the way.
It was interesting to the characters and setting it from a different perspective. I absolutely love all the small details about Scotland and how the author has sketched such a vivid picture of Scotland. Once again the dialog felt a little stiff but it was on improvement in this book. Because of the short frame to write seeing as it is a novella. It felt a little rushed in places, but nothing too bad.
Lastly we have Melissa who is on the verge of owning her house and having everything she wants it when her ex-husband tried to ruinin her plans. But she has to focus on helping her friend Lindsay with opening a new inn.
This one had the most intense plot. The dialog was also the best in this book the author really improved with this book. I liked the storyline, even though Dave the ex-husband was in it and I really don’t like him. But that is exactly what he was written for. I did find it a shame that there where a few loose ends at the end of trilogy.
Overall this trilogy is incredibly good and fun. It is full of cosy days, love and romance, friendships and hardships and festive cheer. They are the perfect size to read if you have less time during this period. They will fill you with joy and cheer (except Dave). The romance overall was very good and sweet. So the perfect books to read in the festive period. (Or if you just really like Scotland)
September 24, 2025
✅ For Fans of:
- clean romance
- recently divorced
- meet cute
- new small town
- Scottish highlands
- vacation romance
- strangers to lovers
- forced proximity
- slow burn
- happily ever after
- celebrating Scottish traditions
✏️ Spoiler-Free ARC Review
4.5 True Rating
Carpe Christmas!
This book was adorable even though it kinda stressed me out at times! Each book has Melissa, the main character getting equal doses of good and bad luck as her marriage ends, leaves Boston, and ends up in Scotland where she has inherited a house.
Her ex-husband is relentless throughout the series and their divorce, so the romance plots and multiple subplots were welcome distractions!
I also enjoyed the Scottish facts, traditions, and culture that was brought in effortlessly while also showcasing the realistic ways it was different (sometimes embarrassingly so) from the American lifestyle we know.
I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for some short romances who want to see a story all the way through. The chapters and books are on the short side so you can easily put down and pick up, or binge your way through it like I did!
🖤 Thank you to author Amy Quick Parrish, Flying Cactus Publishing, and Net Galley for the digital advanced reader copy. As always, my reviews are honest, my own, and voluntary.
- clean romance
- recently divorced
- meet cute
- new small town
- Scottish highlands
- vacation romance
- strangers to lovers
- forced proximity
- slow burn
- happily ever after
- celebrating Scottish traditions
✏️ Spoiler-Free ARC Review
4.5 True Rating
Carpe Christmas!
This book was adorable even though it kinda stressed me out at times! Each book has Melissa, the main character getting equal doses of good and bad luck as her marriage ends, leaves Boston, and ends up in Scotland where she has inherited a house.
Her ex-husband is relentless throughout the series and their divorce, so the romance plots and multiple subplots were welcome distractions!
I also enjoyed the Scottish facts, traditions, and culture that was brought in effortlessly while also showcasing the realistic ways it was different (sometimes embarrassingly so) from the American lifestyle we know.
I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for some short romances who want to see a story all the way through. The chapters and books are on the short side so you can easily put down and pick up, or binge your way through it like I did!
🖤 Thank you to author Amy Quick Parrish, Flying Cactus Publishing, and Net Galley for the digital advanced reader copy. As always, my reviews are honest, my own, and voluntary.
October 23, 2025
I enjoyed the cozy Christmas and winter atmosphere woven throughout all three novellas. The second and third stories were by far my favourites — they had stronger pacing, more engaging characters, and a better sense of connection between the different storylines. I definitely recommend reading the collection in order, as each novella builds on the previous one and helps the reader understand how the characters’ lives intersect.
That said, I did find some of the dialogue a bit repetitive, often feeling like a constant rhythm of “said Melissa, said Dave, said Colin.” It disrupted the natural flow of conversation. Additionally, while the main plots were followed through well, several subplots were left unresolved or abandoned, which made them feel unnecessary. I also wished for deeper character development and more emotional layering — even for novellas, the stories felt somewhat rushed.
Overall, this collection offers a quick, light, and festive read. It’s perfect if you’re looking for something to put you in the holiday spirit, but it may leave you wanting more in terms of story depth and complexity
That said, I did find some of the dialogue a bit repetitive, often feeling like a constant rhythm of “said Melissa, said Dave, said Colin.” It disrupted the natural flow of conversation. Additionally, while the main plots were followed through well, several subplots were left unresolved or abandoned, which made them feel unnecessary. I also wished for deeper character development and more emotional layering — even for novellas, the stories felt somewhat rushed.
Overall, this collection offers a quick, light, and festive read. It’s perfect if you’re looking for something to put you in the holiday spirit, but it may leave you wanting more in terms of story depth and complexity
June 9, 2025
This was such a wholesome trilogy! Each book brought something unique to the table while keeping things fast-paced and engaging.
Book 1 was a great intro to the characters and setting. I loved the cozy Scottish Christmas vibes and the warmth of the MacGregor family. I did feel Colin should’ve been more proactive about the divorce (given his feelings for Melissa).
Book 2 really brought the fun! I enjoyed the introduction of Caitlin, Angus, and Drew, and how their relationships evolved. It was refreshing to shift focus a bit and explore different personalities. I also appreciated the fact that it’s a closed-door romance series, perfect for readers who enjoy clean love stories.
Book 3 wrapped everything up beautifully. It was my favorite of the three. It was tense, heartfelt, and filled with unexpected moments. The story gave space for minor characters to grow too, which made the book feel more complete.
All in all, this trilogy is a perfect feel-good read for anyone who wants something cozy, clean, and romantic. I recommend!
Book 1 was a great intro to the characters and setting. I loved the cozy Scottish Christmas vibes and the warmth of the MacGregor family. I did feel Colin should’ve been more proactive about the divorce (given his feelings for Melissa).
Book 2 really brought the fun! I enjoyed the introduction of Caitlin, Angus, and Drew, and how their relationships evolved. It was refreshing to shift focus a bit and explore different personalities. I also appreciated the fact that it’s a closed-door romance series, perfect for readers who enjoy clean love stories.
Book 3 wrapped everything up beautifully. It was my favorite of the three. It was tense, heartfelt, and filled with unexpected moments. The story gave space for minor characters to grow too, which made the book feel more complete.
All in all, this trilogy is a perfect feel-good read for anyone who wants something cozy, clean, and romantic. I recommend!
June 14, 2025
3-3.5 stars.
Quick reads. These were cute stories!
Love, friendship, and new starts.
The plots are well structured. I could have used a increase in the pace in a few areas of each book, but it wasn't enough that I felt like I was reading a slowly paced book.
The characters were so cute. All were somewhat engaged. I did enjoy Melissa.
If you want a really quick read to get you into the holiday spirit, this is a good grouping of books!
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for the opportunity to read this grouping!
Snag this for your holiday TBR!
Happy Reading!
Quick reads. These were cute stories!
Love, friendship, and new starts.
The plots are well structured. I could have used a increase in the pace in a few areas of each book, but it wasn't enough that I felt like I was reading a slowly paced book.
The characters were so cute. All were somewhat engaged. I did enjoy Melissa.
If you want a really quick read to get you into the holiday spirit, this is a good grouping of books!
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for the opportunity to read this grouping!
Snag this for your holiday TBR!
Happy Reading!
November 17, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Highlands Trilogy is a delightful and heartwarming journey through the Scottish countryside that reads like a cozy Hallmark movie. When Megan inherits a charming home in Scotland right when her life takes an unexpected turn with her husband's desire for a divorce, she finds herself starting anew in a place steeped in beauty and tradition.
Each book explores her transformation and connection with the enchanting locals, as well as her blossoming relationships—both romantic and platonic. The vivid descriptions of rolling hills, quaint villages, and mesmerizing landscapes transport you to Scotland's stunning heart.
The characters are endearing and relatable, and the cozy atmosphere makes it the perfect escape for anyone looking for a feel-good read. If you're in the mood for a sweet story of rediscovery, friendship, and love, the Highlands Trilogy is a must-read! Grab your favorite blanket and enjoy this cozy adventure.
Thank you to NetGalley and Amy Quick Parrish for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
The Highlands Trilogy is a delightful and heartwarming journey through the Scottish countryside that reads like a cozy Hallmark movie. When Megan inherits a charming home in Scotland right when her life takes an unexpected turn with her husband's desire for a divorce, she finds herself starting anew in a place steeped in beauty and tradition.
Each book explores her transformation and connection with the enchanting locals, as well as her blossoming relationships—both romantic and platonic. The vivid descriptions of rolling hills, quaint villages, and mesmerizing landscapes transport you to Scotland's stunning heart.
The characters are endearing and relatable, and the cozy atmosphere makes it the perfect escape for anyone looking for a feel-good read. If you're in the mood for a sweet story of rediscovery, friendship, and love, the Highlands Trilogy is a must-read! Grab your favorite blanket and enjoy this cozy adventure.
Thank you to NetGalley and Amy Quick Parrish for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
November 28, 2025
Perfect for a cozy Christmas Day reading by the fire.
Needs to be read in order to ensure you follow the storyline probably should have been a novel instead of 3 novellas. Highlands new year (novella 2) takes a detour into Caitlin and Angus, which would not really fit into a novel format.
Interesting cozy read, but nothing terribly memorable, except maybe the squirrels.
Highlands Christmas
Melissa’s marriage is over, she receives a letter stating that she has inherited a home in Scotland so travels to a small town on Loch Ness it start a new life. On the way there she runs into Colin, her husband’s divorce lawyer.
Loved the part with the squirrels 🐿️ ❤️
Highlands new year
Caitlin arrives in Scotland to visit Melissa, while touring the countryside Caitlin and Lyndsey get snowed in and at a hotel with Angus and Drew.
Highlands homecoming
Back to Melissa and Colin and their happy ever after.
Thank you Netgallery and Flying Cactus Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book.
Needs to be read in order to ensure you follow the storyline probably should have been a novel instead of 3 novellas. Highlands new year (novella 2) takes a detour into Caitlin and Angus, which would not really fit into a novel format.
Interesting cozy read, but nothing terribly memorable, except maybe the squirrels.
Highlands Christmas
Melissa’s marriage is over, she receives a letter stating that she has inherited a home in Scotland so travels to a small town on Loch Ness it start a new life. On the way there she runs into Colin, her husband’s divorce lawyer.
Loved the part with the squirrels 🐿️ ❤️
Highlands new year
Caitlin arrives in Scotland to visit Melissa, while touring the countryside Caitlin and Lyndsey get snowed in and at a hotel with Angus and Drew.
Highlands homecoming
Back to Melissa and Colin and their happy ever after.
Thank you Netgallery and Flying Cactus Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book.
August 7, 2025
Highlands Christmas – The Highlands Trilogy: Books 1-3. Love. Snow. Home.
This complete trilogy contains the following books:
Book 1: Highlands Christmas
Book 2: Highlands New Year
Book 3: Highlands Homecoming
What a gorgeous read! This book has everything a story has to have
– lovely characters (all of them except for the cheating ex-husband)
- a great setting in Scotland right by Loch Ness with loads of Scottish traditions and craig
- loads of romance, love, banter and magical moments
- and as a bonus: someone to hate (yes, the ex-husband)
I loved that the story was seperated into 3 books, making them rather quick reads. The perfect amount of pages for a cozy day or night in. I would absolutely recommend this set for anyone looking for a sweet and heartwarming winter read.
A huge thank you to Amy Quick Parrish, Flying Cactus Press and NetGalley fort he opportunity to read this trilogy!
This complete trilogy contains the following books:
Book 1: Highlands Christmas
Book 2: Highlands New Year
Book 3: Highlands Homecoming
What a gorgeous read! This book has everything a story has to have
– lovely characters (all of them except for the cheating ex-husband)
- a great setting in Scotland right by Loch Ness with loads of Scottish traditions and craig
- loads of romance, love, banter and magical moments
- and as a bonus: someone to hate (yes, the ex-husband)
I loved that the story was seperated into 3 books, making them rather quick reads. The perfect amount of pages for a cozy day or night in. I would absolutely recommend this set for anyone looking for a sweet and heartwarming winter read.
A huge thank you to Amy Quick Parrish, Flying Cactus Press and NetGalley fort he opportunity to read this trilogy!
September 6, 2025
Thanks to NetGalley UK for a copy of this book.
This trilogy offers a sweet and simple romantic journey set against the snowy backdrop of Scotland, which really adds to its charm. The first book sets the scene nicely, introducing the characters and the wintry Highlands atmosphere. The second installment continues the romance—pleasant enough, though the pacing felt a little slow at times. The final book, however, truly stands out as the most enjoyable of the three. It delivers the most heartfelt romance and wraps up the storylines and characters in a satisfying, heartwarming way.
Overall, it’s a light, cozy series perfect for readers who enjoy gentle romance with a festive Scottish setting.
This trilogy offers a sweet and simple romantic journey set against the snowy backdrop of Scotland, which really adds to its charm. The first book sets the scene nicely, introducing the characters and the wintry Highlands atmosphere. The second installment continues the romance—pleasant enough, though the pacing felt a little slow at times. The final book, however, truly stands out as the most enjoyable of the three. It delivers the most heartfelt romance and wraps up the storylines and characters in a satisfying, heartwarming way.
Overall, it’s a light, cozy series perfect for readers who enjoy gentle romance with a festive Scottish setting.
July 21, 2025
I am glad this has all three books together because I would not have picked up books two or three after finishing book one. Melissa was highly unlikable mainly because she makes impulsive decisions, doesn’t listen to reason, then has a “poor me” moment repeatedly throughout the book. There was no realism in the books to ground any elements of the story but it wasn’t fantasy it was just someone trying to make instalove happen but without the plot mechanisms to make it work. The second book was better because Caitlyn wasn’t near as annoying but then we came back to Melissa. Overall, it wasn’t for me.
November 13, 2025
This was such a sweet and wonderful read! The entire trilogy revolves around a main couple, but it also features other characters and their love stories.
So easy to read, and I loved all the Scottish traditions and food that we saw so much.
An absolute delight, and it has very cosy Christmas vibes too.
Read if you like:
- meet-cute
- she’s an interior designer, he’s a lawyer
- recently divorced
- set in the Scottish Highlands
- additional love stories for a few other characters
- multiple POVs
- Scottish traditions
With thanks to NetGalley and Flying Cactus Publishing for this ARC.
So easy to read, and I loved all the Scottish traditions and food that we saw so much.
An absolute delight, and it has very cosy Christmas vibes too.
Read if you like:
- meet-cute
- she’s an interior designer, he’s a lawyer
- recently divorced
- set in the Scottish Highlands
- additional love stories for a few other characters
- multiple POVs
- Scottish traditions
With thanks to NetGalley and Flying Cactus Publishing for this ARC.
December 17, 2024
I enjoyed "The Complete Highlands Christmas Trilogy" by Amy Quick Parrish. The author crafts heartwarming stories filled with love, friendship, and fresh starts. The Scottish Highlands provide a beautiful and enchanting backdrop for Melissa MacKenzie's journey of self-discovery and romance. Each book in the trilogy is a pleasant read, with engaging characters and a cozy, festive atmosphere. If you're looking for a feel-good series to curl up with during the holiday season, this is a nice choice! 📚❤️
January 1, 2026
This cute novella series begins with Highland Christmas, a sweet romance with a woman getting a divorce and starting over in a new country when she inherits a house from a relative she never new about. A meet cute with her husband's charming Scottish lawyer becomes a friendship turned romance complicated by the fact that he represents the other side. Befriended by his family and the whole village, she soon has a support system that helps her through her problems. The series has clever plots and Scottish customs and charm. This quick romance story will put you in a holiday mood.
September 1, 2025
Highlands Christmas is a lovely trilogy set in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. Anyone who follows my reviews will know that I love a book set around the festive period, even if I am reading it on a balmy summer evening. Nothing gives you that warm, fuzzy feeling like Christmas.
The books are rapid and easy to read. The whole series is only 358 pages. The stories are all about friendship, love and second chances. Each book centres on a different character, but all are connected somehow. I haven't actually read anything by this author before, but her descriptive writing had me feeling the glow of candles and scenting the delicious pines and balsam as I read.
A perfect cosy read, whatever the weather.
Thank you to Amy Quick Parrish, Flying Cactus Publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
The books are rapid and easy to read. The whole series is only 358 pages. The stories are all about friendship, love and second chances. Each book centres on a different character, but all are connected somehow. I haven't actually read anything by this author before, but her descriptive writing had me feeling the glow of candles and scenting the delicious pines and balsam as I read.
A perfect cosy read, whatever the weather.
Thank you to Amy Quick Parrish, Flying Cactus Publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 15, 2025
I absolutely love the characters and the plot of each book. It was interesting learning about Scottish Christmas customs and delicious Scottish foods. I loved the relationship between Melissa and Colin. It was delightful to read. And had me giggling joyfully throughout reading their cozy inmate scenes in the books. I also enjoyed how Lindsey was written and portrayed in these books she seemed like a great character.
I received an advance Readers' Copy from NetGalley!
I received an advance Readers' Copy from NetGalley!
December 22, 2025
I absolutely loved this trilogy! It was a quick holiday read and the Scottish setting was so perfect. I hated Melissa’s soon to be ex husband, Dave, right from the very start. He was so awful to her and that carried on throughout the trilogy. Colin was perfect Scotsman and I love that she took a huge leap of faith and moved to a different country that was full of the unknown. If you need a feel good Christmas read, this trilogy is it!
January 6, 2026
A heartwarming trilogy filled with rugged charm, emotional depth, and festive spirit. Amy created such an amazing story... It was great to see Mel getting the love she deserved, and Colin was so hot (and also, just what our girl needed)! Cait, Lindsay, Drew and Angus were also amazing! What do you mean? We have three couples that are so cute!! I'd love to visit the Scottish Highlands for Christmas ♥♥
Thanks, NetGalley!
Thanks, NetGalley!
August 22, 2025
Quick and easy reads that put you in the festive spirit. I found them to be a bit shallow in terms of character development but I feel that is to be expected with novellas of this length. You do find yourself getting a bit frustrated with the characters as they make decisions without actually checking any facts but it’s easygoing and harmless.
October 16, 2025
This trilogy is an absolute delight! It’s perfect for a holiday read with a glass of wine and a cozy blanket.
The three stories intertwine perfectly without taking the focus away from the main characters in each individual story. The trilogy is set in the Scottish Highlands and describes the scenery , traditions and food in a manner that makes you feel as though you are there .
Thank you Net Galley for this ARC copy.
The three stories intertwine perfectly without taking the focus away from the main characters in each individual story. The trilogy is set in the Scottish Highlands and describes the scenery , traditions and food in a manner that makes you feel as though you are there .
Thank you Net Galley for this ARC copy.
July 27, 2025
Highlands Christmas Trilogy- Books 1-3 🎄
RATING: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
If you are looking for short, cozy, clean and sweet Christmas reads, this is the trilogy for you!
Each book in the trilogy flows well together, and it’s a journey of self-discovery and beautiful romance.
I highly recommend!
RATING: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
If you are looking for short, cozy, clean and sweet Christmas reads, this is the trilogy for you!
Each book in the trilogy flows well together, and it’s a journey of self-discovery and beautiful romance.
I highly recommend!
February 3, 2025
This was a great series! Would recommend for a great read.
November 30, 2025
A cozy Christmas read with characters bouncing between Boston and the Scottish Lowlands. When your life as you know it is turned upside down at the same time that you're presented with an inheritance in another country, what would you do? Go live in another country, obviously! A very cute read that didn't take long to get through. The characters themselves are fun to follow along with, and it's not only the main characters that are finding a little present under the mistletoe!
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