This is the author’s debut book, though you’d never know it. It is written so well and holds your attention from the start. It has all the romance, steam, laughter and even the right amount of upset, to keep you hooked and wanting to know what happens next.
Rhianna and Ella are fun, quirky friends with a sister-like friendship that I just love. They remind me of me and my sister, from their adventurous road trips where they often find themselves in some sort of trouble, right down to Ella’s nickname for Rhia. They are a hoot together, always laughing what life throws their way during their trip. You will enjoy them both, as well as their shenanigans. I sure did!!
Rhia first meets Alexander, when he swooped in to rescue her from her latest mishap. Throughout the story, this continues. He always seems to be there, just when she needs him. Rhia, witnessing her brother’s heartbreak at a young age, had sworn off relationships. Similarly, Lex wasn’t looking for anything serious. He just wanted to have fun but they always seemed to find each other, even when that wasn’t their intention. Lex does end up upsetting Rhia at one point, but she has a take no BS attitude and her initial reaction to him showing up to make things right, makes their relationship so believable and I just love that in a book. I like being able to relate to the characters and with Rhia’s relationships with Ella and Lex, the author made that super easy for me to do. It all started with Rhianna & Alexander meeting by chance, two people that swore off love and we get to watch them enjoy each other’s time, build a friendship and eventually fall in love. Just like it would happen in real life. I love that about Highland Escapade. There are real life issues, and the timeline of events, happen in a real-life way.
This book has laughter, romance & steam as well as a bit of fun suspense that was thrown in when Rhia & Ella stay overnight in a castle during a storm that makes their whole experience a bit spooky, but their reactions to it all make it hilarious. I can’t wait to fall into their world again, with Ella’s story!!
If you haven’t grabbed this book or added it to your TBR yet, don’t wait. You will love it!!