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Kilts and Quilts #7
Blame It on Scotland
From the author of It Happened in Scotland—a charming new romance set in the magical Scottish Highlands. The quilters of Gandiegow expand more than their quilting enterprise into the village of Whussendale. They bring along a heavy dose of good-hearted meddling, too. What’s the outcome? Love will never be the same… When Tuck MacBride, Gandiegow’s favorite scapegoat, is blamed for a fisherman’s tragic accident, Tuck takes on extra work to secretly funnel his earnings to the maimed fisherman’s family. Haunted by the mistaken turn of events, Tuck is working night and day. Even so he can’t stop thinking about the new lass who has just arrived in town. Ryn Breckenridge has no one left in the world. To fulfill her mother’s last request, Ryn travels to Scotland to return a quilt to her long lost cousin. Hoping to rebuild family ties, Ryn volunteers to help her cousin at the upcoming quilt retreat. But there is more than quilting on Ryn’s mind. The irresistible Tuck MacBride is proving to be a dangerous distraction. Ryn’s past is riddled with bad boys like Tuck, who have left her alone and broken. She vows to stay away, but can’t help taking a closer look when she realizes there is more to Tuck than meets the eye. Both of their pasts contain shattered promises, but Scotland is known to bring reluctant hearts together. Will the two of them be willing to cross the deep chasm between them and find love? If they do, they will only have Scotland to blame…
332 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 9, 2018
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About the author
Patience Griffin
20 books695 followersAward-winning author Patience Griffin has been writing and sewing her whole life but didn’t discover her love of quilting until her late thirties. She decided the best way to acquire her first quilt was to make one for herself. At nearly the same time, she started commuting three and half hours a day for her dream engineering job. To pass the time on the long drive, she got hooked on audiobooks—especially books with love stories.
Within a couple of years, she was writing stories of her own. It was no surprise to her family and friends when she combined her love of quilting, her small town roots, and her obsession with Scottish romances into novels.
She has gained some recognition with her September 11th Story Quilt which has toured the country as the property of the Pentagon. She has a master's degree in nuclear engineering but spends her days writing stories about hearth and home, and dreaming about the fictional small town of Gandiegow, Scotland.
Within a couple of years, she was writing stories of her own. It was no surprise to her family and friends when she combined her love of quilting, her small town roots, and her obsession with Scottish romances into novels.
She has gained some recognition with her September 11th Story Quilt which has toured the country as the property of the Pentagon. She has a master's degree in nuclear engineering but spends her days writing stories about hearth and home, and dreaming about the fictional small town of Gandiegow, Scotland.
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April 27, 2018
Another hit by Patience. This book grabbed me from the first page and I am still thinking about it after I am done with it. Tuck really found a place in my heart after reading this book. I know we got to know him a little in the last book but we now know him even better. My heart went out to Ryn as we got to know her. Then you have the horrible accident to John which made you feel for him and his family but it just seemed like Tuck could not shake his bad luck. Of course Deydie was her good ole' self keeping everyone in line. It was nice to catch up with all the old friends from the previous books. This book was well worth the read.
April 4, 2018
Every man dies. Not every man really lives. - William Wallace
Tuck McBride is not really living. He roams from one job to another, trying to avoid the whispers that he is no good. His only stake in Gandiegow is his brother who reminds him daily of forgiveness and redemption.
Kathryn "Ryn" Breckenridge is also a shell of her former self. After quitting her job to care for her mother, she feels empty once her mother succumbed to cancer. Dipping into her savings, she travels to Scotland to return her mother's "Goodbye Quilt" to a distant cousin. Upon arriving in Gandiegow, she is unable to connect with her cousin - Maggie is distracted by her husband's recovery from loosing his arm during a storm. The townsfolk rally around a dazed Ryn, drawing her into the quilting retreat that has become an alternate source of income for the fishing village. Their efforts make her realize she has worth - she has a talent in modern quilts. The Scots' generosity to Ryn contrasts with their quick judgement of Tuck; he failed to accompany the fisherman who lost his arm. Here in lies the beauty of Griffin's writing - she features imperfect characters who embrace their own flaws.
No sooner do Ryn and Tuck find themselves attracted to each other in Gandiegow, they are both "relocated" to the neighboring estate of Whussendale. Ryn is tasked to lead quilting lessons at the new retreat; Tuck is hired as a a "jack of all trades". He enjoys working in Whussendale where he is not reminded of his failures. But Ryn distracts him from dwelling in his misery. She makes him feel alive again ... and he inspires the same in her. Griffin features secondary story lines, including Maggie and James working through the impact of his injury to their family.
I felt Griffin was heavy handed with melodrama ... but I was still intrigued to read BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND many a night well past my bedtime for a work night. Likewise, I appreciated how Griffin incorporated Scottish culture in a modern world and the unique bond of the quilting community. She creates a nurturing atmosphere that comfort readers as we considers what makes us feel alive. I am not a quilter, but I welcomed the sense of achievement that comes from making art from one's own hands with help from a few friends. I am a fan of Scotland ... and men in kilts ... so I applaud Griffin for reminding us why we all still rally to the call of William Wallace.
BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND is Book 7 in the series. I have read the previous books and felt right at home in Gandiegow. Still, Griffin wrote BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND as a stand alone novel, allowing readers new to the series to jump right into the Scottish hospitality that is Griffin's writing.
I received a copy of BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND from Griffin for an honest review.
Tuck McBride is not really living. He roams from one job to another, trying to avoid the whispers that he is no good. His only stake in Gandiegow is his brother who reminds him daily of forgiveness and redemption.
Kathryn "Ryn" Breckenridge is also a shell of her former self. After quitting her job to care for her mother, she feels empty once her mother succumbed to cancer. Dipping into her savings, she travels to Scotland to return her mother's "Goodbye Quilt" to a distant cousin. Upon arriving in Gandiegow, she is unable to connect with her cousin - Maggie is distracted by her husband's recovery from loosing his arm during a storm. The townsfolk rally around a dazed Ryn, drawing her into the quilting retreat that has become an alternate source of income for the fishing village. Their efforts make her realize she has worth - she has a talent in modern quilts. The Scots' generosity to Ryn contrasts with their quick judgement of Tuck; he failed to accompany the fisherman who lost his arm. Here in lies the beauty of Griffin's writing - she features imperfect characters who embrace their own flaws.
No sooner do Ryn and Tuck find themselves attracted to each other in Gandiegow, they are both "relocated" to the neighboring estate of Whussendale. Ryn is tasked to lead quilting lessons at the new retreat; Tuck is hired as a a "jack of all trades". He enjoys working in Whussendale where he is not reminded of his failures. But Ryn distracts him from dwelling in his misery. She makes him feel alive again ... and he inspires the same in her. Griffin features secondary story lines, including Maggie and James working through the impact of his injury to their family.
I felt Griffin was heavy handed with melodrama ... but I was still intrigued to read BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND many a night well past my bedtime for a work night. Likewise, I appreciated how Griffin incorporated Scottish culture in a modern world and the unique bond of the quilting community. She creates a nurturing atmosphere that comfort readers as we considers what makes us feel alive. I am not a quilter, but I welcomed the sense of achievement that comes from making art from one's own hands with help from a few friends. I am a fan of Scotland ... and men in kilts ... so I applaud Griffin for reminding us why we all still rally to the call of William Wallace.
BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND is Book 7 in the series. I have read the previous books and felt right at home in Gandiegow. Still, Griffin wrote BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND as a stand alone novel, allowing readers new to the series to jump right into the Scottish hospitality that is Griffin's writing.
I received a copy of BLAME IT ON SCOTLAND from Griffin for an honest review.
May 22, 2018
It was so good to be among the cast of characters from Gandiegow and Wussendale again! I missed them and loved reading about their lives once more. I wish these books would be made into a tv series on the Hallmark Channel! When is the next book coming out? I’ll miss everyone until then!
August 1, 2018
going back to read the first 6. good stor no gore no swear words. clean and healthy.
February 14, 2021
Forse non proprio 5 stelle piene, ma la storia mi è piaciuto e leggere il libro è stato come avvolgersi in un caldo quilt in una fredda serata.
July 9, 2018
This is the first book I have rea in this series and I was immediately felt I had know all of the characters that live in the village of Gandlegoow. Knowing it was the seventh in the series, I thought I might be at a lost with some of the characters and the story, but from the first chapter I was quickly intertwined with the story of Tuck and Ryn. I can not wait to read one of the other books in the series and discover the backstories of the rest of the villagers in the Scottish Highlands.
July 1, 2018
Another wonderful trip to Scotland with such loveable characters! The Kilts and Quilts series is a favorite of mine!
July 3, 2018
Loved it!
A great read for those who like a little romance with their quilting. I strongly suggest it to any one.
A great read for those who like a little romance with their quilting. I strongly suggest it to any one.
April 12, 2018
Love the “Kilts and Quilts” books!
I just recently discovered the “Kilts and Quilts” book series. The books are charming and heartfelt, and you will fall in love with the quilters of this small village in the Scottish Highlands (and their brawny Scotsmen!) Scotland + quilts + Highlanders - oh my!
I just recently discovered the “Kilts and Quilts” book series. The books are charming and heartfelt, and you will fall in love with the quilters of this small village in the Scottish Highlands (and their brawny Scotsmen!) Scotland + quilts + Highlanders - oh my!
April 21, 2018
Another winner
As always it was a pleasure to slip away to Gandiegow and the quilters. These books always seem to come at a time I need escape and comfort and they never let me down. The characters are full bodied and the scenery full of life. Can't wait for the next installment.
As always it was a pleasure to slip away to Gandiegow and the quilters. These books always seem to come at a time I need escape and comfort and they never let me down. The characters are full bodied and the scenery full of life. Can't wait for the next installment.
April 25, 2018
I really enjoy all of Patience Griffin's Scotland stories. This one is no exception. A very enjoyable read; my only observation is that at the end of the book, the ending between Ryn and Tuck needs more....more about what they were thinking, talking, just more... But the book is still 5 star!
May 21, 2018
Riveting!
The visits to Gandiegow are never long enough, and always enjoyable. This latest addition to the Kilts &Quilts series did not disappoint. I was on the edge of my seat for the whole rollercoaster ride.
The visits to Gandiegow are never long enough, and always enjoyable. This latest addition to the Kilts &Quilts series did not disappoint. I was on the edge of my seat for the whole rollercoaster ride.
June 2, 2018
love this series
August 21, 2022
I am really liking these romance stories about the quilters of the community of Gandiegow, set in Scotland. In this story, the plot moves into the village of Whussendale. The quilters also bring along the meddling that they are infamous for.
Tuck MacBride has become a scapegoat in Gandiegow. He moves from one job to another job; his brother, Andrew, the Episcopal Priest knows the truth - that Tuck is running from something. Tuck is helping John Armstrong with his fishing boat. He oversleeps, ends up saving a man's life only to miss helping John avoid a tragic accident. John loses part of his arm and Tuck ends up taking on extra work to give secretly back to his family.
About the same time, Ryn Breckenridge travels to Scotland to return a quilt to her long lost cousin. Her mother has died and she is fulfilling a promise with this quilt return. Ryn would dearly like to rebuild family ties and volunteers to help her cousin at an upcoming quilt retreat.
Both Ryn and Tuck find themselves relocated to Whussendale, Ryn doing a quilt retreat and Ruck doing "jack of all trades" work. They are assigned neighboring cottages to live in. Tuck and Ryn each make the other feel like they are alive again.
There is a lot of drama in this story, in the family of John and Maggie who are working through the impact of John's injury. Some very powerful emotions come across here.
I recommend this story.
Tuck MacBride has become a scapegoat in Gandiegow. He moves from one job to another job; his brother, Andrew, the Episcopal Priest knows the truth - that Tuck is running from something. Tuck is helping John Armstrong with his fishing boat. He oversleeps, ends up saving a man's life only to miss helping John avoid a tragic accident. John loses part of his arm and Tuck ends up taking on extra work to give secretly back to his family.
About the same time, Ryn Breckenridge travels to Scotland to return a quilt to her long lost cousin. Her mother has died and she is fulfilling a promise with this quilt return. Ryn would dearly like to rebuild family ties and volunteers to help her cousin at an upcoming quilt retreat.
Both Ryn and Tuck find themselves relocated to Whussendale, Ryn doing a quilt retreat and Ruck doing "jack of all trades" work. They are assigned neighboring cottages to live in. Tuck and Ryn each make the other feel like they are alive again.
There is a lot of drama in this story, in the family of John and Maggie who are working through the impact of John's injury. Some very powerful emotions come across here.
I recommend this story.
October 1, 2019
Before dying, Ryn's Scottish born mother makes a final request that Ryn deliver a quilt to her cousin in Scotland.
I would like to live in the fictional villages of Gandiegow or Whussendale because it seems that all the men are incredibly gorgeous, as well as kind and sensitive. Tuck, the man Ryn falls hard for, is no exception.
Tuck, who is brother to Andrew the local minister, has had a bit of a reputation for being a ladies' man, and quite unreliable. One day he is off to help fisherman John, when he encounters a man having a heart attack by the side of the road. Because he takes the man to the hospital and saves his life, he is late to go fishing with John that day. John goes off alone and loses his arm while handling the equipment. Of course everyone blames Tuck and he does not tell them why he was late. He, too, blames himself for the accident.
Ryn is welcomed to the village, especially as she is also a quilter, even though her preferred style is modern. She is conscripted by ancient Deydie to help out at a quilters' retreat.
Although these are free standing love stories, in each book we see the same characters, many of them now happily married. The Scottish village background is a delight.
I would like to live in the fictional villages of Gandiegow or Whussendale because it seems that all the men are incredibly gorgeous, as well as kind and sensitive. Tuck, the man Ryn falls hard for, is no exception.
Tuck, who is brother to Andrew the local minister, has had a bit of a reputation for being a ladies' man, and quite unreliable. One day he is off to help fisherman John, when he encounters a man having a heart attack by the side of the road. Because he takes the man to the hospital and saves his life, he is late to go fishing with John that day. John goes off alone and loses his arm while handling the equipment. Of course everyone blames Tuck and he does not tell them why he was late. He, too, blames himself for the accident.
Ryn is welcomed to the village, especially as she is also a quilter, even though her preferred style is modern. She is conscripted by ancient Deydie to help out at a quilters' retreat.
Although these are free standing love stories, in each book we see the same characters, many of them now happily married. The Scottish village background is a delight.
January 13, 2021
I love all the books in the series and they never get repetitive. Each story has a fresh set of characters and problems that get in the way of romance until the happy ending. I am not a quilter but the quilting is really just a backdrop to the story. The ongoing characters from the small village of Gandiegow are perfect, from the bossy ladies to the fisherman and all the great women who hold it all together. In Blame It on Scotland, Ryn is a mess when she arrives in Gandiegow with the simple task of delivering a quilt that her mother in Minnesota had when she dies. Ryn promises her mother that she would take the quilt to the cousin in Scotland that Ryn never met before and maybe learn more about her mother's heritage. All her plans derail when she meets a handsome local who is getting the evil eye from the villagers and working himself ragged to try to improve his situation. Neither of them have time for romance but it happens anyway. There are lots of barriers in their way to love and lots of fun people and places along the way. Kristen Potter is a wonderful narrator and I pay the extra price to get her Audible versions.
December 8, 2021
This is #7 in the "Kilts and Quilts" novels. I am really enjoying them, and trying to read them all in order. They take place in Gandiegow and Whussendale, Scotland. They always involve The Quilters Guild.
The main character is an American "lass" named Ryn Breckenridge who travels to Scotland to fulfill her mother's last request; to return a quilt to her long lost cousin. She no longer has any close family to call her own.
Tuck MacBride, who lives in Gandiegow, is the town's favorite scapegoat, and is blamed (wrongly) for a fisherman's tragic accident.
The regular characters that each book includes are there to make things better for Ryn and Tuck.
The main character is an American "lass" named Ryn Breckenridge who travels to Scotland to fulfill her mother's last request; to return a quilt to her long lost cousin. She no longer has any close family to call her own.
Tuck MacBride, who lives in Gandiegow, is the town's favorite scapegoat, and is blamed (wrongly) for a fisherman's tragic accident.
The regular characters that each book includes are there to make things better for Ryn and Tuck.
April 13, 2018
Loved it!
I would so love to live in Gandiegow! Following the death of her mother, Ryn travels to Gandiegow Scotland to fulfill her mother's last request. Tuck is a very misunderstood man by almost everyone in the village. Ryn and Tuck are drawn together like magnets, even while they fight it to the bitter end. This fictional town would be ideal place to be,even with all the well meaning gossips. I have to warn you, there are some tissue moments in the story that will make reading difficult because your eyesight will be blurry!Love this series!😊😊😊😊😊
I would so love to live in Gandiegow! Following the death of her mother, Ryn travels to Gandiegow Scotland to fulfill her mother's last request. Tuck is a very misunderstood man by almost everyone in the village. Ryn and Tuck are drawn together like magnets, even while they fight it to the bitter end. This fictional town would be ideal place to be,even with all the well meaning gossips. I have to warn you, there are some tissue moments in the story that will make reading difficult because your eyesight will be blurry!Love this series!😊😊😊😊😊
April 13, 2018
I love this series. This was another great book for the series.
You feel the emotions of everyone Maggie and John's struggle after the accident. They show that LOVE is strong.
Tuck finds his home and love in an American the heals hims. Ryn also lets Scotland and Tuck heal without knowing it.
Of course the broom was had to part of the story no Kilts and Quilts with be complete without.
Thank you for another great story.
You feel the emotions of everyone Maggie and John's struggle after the accident. They show that LOVE is strong.
Tuck finds his home and love in an American the heals hims. Ryn also lets Scotland and Tuck heal without knowing it.
Of course the broom was had to part of the story no Kilts and Quilts with be complete without.
Thank you for another great story.
April 23, 2019
Kilts and Quilts is a series not to be missed
I enjoyed visiting Scotland again through Patience Griffin's story telling. Seeing characters from previous books and bringing two small communities together. Tuck and Ryn are instantly attracted to each other. Forgiveness is a big part for them and the inhabitants of Gandigow. It is not an easy lesson to learn.
I enjoyed visiting Scotland again through Patience Griffin's story telling. Seeing characters from previous books and bringing two small communities together. Tuck and Ryn are instantly attracted to each other. Forgiveness is a big part for them and the inhabitants of Gandigow. It is not an easy lesson to learn.
July 26, 2021
This read was sweet. I listened to the audiobook and loved the reader. I’ve only really started to appreciate this writer. Her books aren’t going to challenge me nor do they fall into line with my normal readings but they are “cozy”. I know if I am stressed out and want to listen to a book while working, this writer is a “go to”. I am also a sucker for anything set in Scotland.
June 6, 2023
This didn't feel like it belonged in the Kilts and Quilts series. The main setting changed and it just wasn't the same. Also, although the author didn't actually use an Fbomb, the term "effing" was way too prevalent. We made it through the first 6 books in the series without it (which is part of the draw to the stories) that it was very disappointing in this one.
August 1, 2018
Great book and series!
I adore this series and look forward to the new ones! This story was beautiful and made me teary -eyed at times. I love getting to revisit the characters and really hope the series continues!
I adore this series and look forward to the new ones! This story was beautiful and made me teary -eyed at times. I love getting to revisit the characters and really hope the series continues!
November 7, 2019
I think this might have been my favorite so far.....the story of sadness and not belonging to anywhere really grabbed my attention and happy for the outcomes. I also liked the expansion of the location and the new characters that are being brought in.
March 11, 2020
I love the Kilts and Quilts Novels that Patience has written. This book was so good and so interesting I love her style of writing. I get so excited when I have one of Patiences books to read as they are such good romances. Patience hit the ball over the fence with this!
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May 22, 2020Fun read
Reading this series in order has been a blast. I am always trying to guess who the next main character is going to be in each book. I'm really glad Tuck was the main character in this book. It was good to see him come out being a good guy for once.
Reading this series in order has been a blast. I am always trying to guess who the next main character is going to be in each book. I'm really glad Tuck was the main character in this book. It was good to see him come out being a good guy for once.
August 27, 2020
Two Stories in One
I loved how this novel in the series encompassed two love stories. Tuck and Ryn finally growing up and finding their one true love and then John and a Maggie finding their way back to each other after tragedy. Highly recommend
I loved how this novel in the series encompassed two love stories. Tuck and Ryn finally growing up and finding their one true love and then John and a Maggie finding their way back to each other after tragedy. Highly recommend
December 31, 2020
A wonderful addition to the series of the people of Gandiegow. A heartwarming story of love discovered and love renewed and the people of the community. And in the midst of it all, quilting under the guidance of Deydie.
January 7, 2021
I’m passionate about quilting and Scotland so this was a book I knew I’d love. Well, there was very little about either and the romance was predictable and not very interesting, so while there are more books by this author, I imagine they are all about the same, so I’ll pass.
March 15, 2023
I'm not sure if I'm just being more critical because I've read so many of these now, or if the quality is just staying the same/declining, but this one was just okay. Not bad, but not as good as the others imo.
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