10 Best Books Like When a Scot Ties the Knot
If you loved When a Scot Ties the Knot by Tessa Dare, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like When a Scot Ties the Knot are:
- 1Outlander by Diana Gabaldon0
- 2The Bride by Julie Garwood4.6
- 3A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare4.2#1
- 4A Lady by Midnight by Tessa Dare4.3
- 5The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn0#2
- 6Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase0
- 7Tom Lake by Ann Patchett0
- 8Firefly Lane by Kristen Hannah0
- 9On the Way to the Wedding by Julia Quinn4.6#8
- 10How to Marry a Marquis by Julia Quinn0#2

When shy Maddie Gracechurch invents a fictional Scottish sweetheart to avoid London's marriage market, she never expects her imaginary Captain MacKenzie to show up at her door years later—very much alive and possessing all the love letters she wrote to him. Now the real Logan MacKenzie is ready to make good on every romantic promise she never intended to keep, turning her carefully constructed lie into a passionate reality.
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Detailed Recommendations

A Night to Surrender
Spindle Cove #1 (works standalone)by Tessa Dare
Why you'll love it:
Another Tessa Dare book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.

The Viscount Who Loved Me
Bridgerton #2 (works standalone)by Julia Quinn
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a witty and passionate tone that will resonate with When a Scot Ties the Knot fans.

On the Way to the Wedding
Bridgerton #8 (works standalone)by Julia Quinn
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and gentle tone that will resonate with When a Scot Ties the Knot fans.

How to Marry a Marquis
Agents of the Crown #2 (works standalone)by Julia Quinn
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a light and comedic tone that will resonate with When a Scot Ties the Knot fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like When a Scot Ties the Knot
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander📚 Series starter | Diana Gabaldon | 0 | 2005 | — | Start a new series |
| The Bride | Julie Garwood | 4.6 | 2022 | 352 | Similar vibes |
| A Night to Surrender | Tessa Dare | 4.2 | 2011 | 400 | Same author |
| A Lady by Midnight | Tessa Dare | 4.3 | 2013 | — | Same author |
| The Viscount Who Loved Me | Julia Quinn | 0 | 2006 | 34 | Similar vibes |
| Lord of Scoundrels | Loretta Chase | 0 | 2009 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Tom Lake | Ann Patchett | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Firefly Lane | Kristen Hannah | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| On the Way to the Wedding | Julia Quinn | 4.6 | 2006 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| How to Marry a Marquis | Julia Quinn | 0 | 2004 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to When a Scot Ties the Knot?
The most similar books to When a Scot Ties the Knot are Outlander, The Bride, A Night to Surrender.
What should I read after When a Scot Ties the Knot?
After finishing When a Scot Ties the Knot, readers most commonly pick up Outlander next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Tessa Dare, such as Any Duchess Will Do (Spindle Cove).
Who writes books like Tessa Dare?
Authors similar to Tessa Dare include Julia Quinn, Sarah MacLean, Lisa Kleypas.
What genre is When a Scot Ties the Knot?
When a Scot Ties the Knot is a Romance novel by Tessa Dare, published in 2015.
How long is When a Scot Ties the Knot?
When a Scot Ties the Knot varies in length depending on edition.
Does When a Scot Ties the Knot have romance/spice?
When a Scot Ties the Knot has a spice level of 3/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About When a Scot Ties the Knot
Product DescriptionNew York Times and USA Today BestsellerOn the cusp of her first London season, Miss Madeline Gracechurch was shy, pretty, and talented with a drawing pencil, but hopelessly awkward with gentlemen. She was certain to be a dismal failure on the London marriage mart. So Maddie did what generations of shy, awkward young ladies have done: she invented a sweetheart.A Scottish sweetheart. One who was handsome and honorable and devoted to her, but conveniently never around. Maddie poured her heart into writing the imaginary Captain MacKenzie letter after letter . . . and by pretending to be devastated when he was (not really) killed in battle, she managed to avoid the pressures of London society entirely.Until years later, when this kilted Highland lover of her imaginings shows up in the flesh. The real Captain Logan MacKenzie arrives on her doorstep--handsome as anything, but not entirely honorable. He's wounded, jaded, in possession of her letters . . . and ready to make good on every promise Maddie never expected to keep.Review"Marvelous..." ~Starred Review, Publisher's Weekly"A brilliant, enchanting, and soul-satisfying romance." ~Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews"This compelling, often hilarious escapade puts a refreshing spin on the 'imaginary lover' theme and adds another winner to Dare's riveting Castles series." ~Starred Review, Library JournalAbout the AuthorTessa Dare is the New York Times bestselling, award-winning author of more than a dozen historical romances. A librarian by training and a book-lover at heart, Tessa makes her home in Southern California, where she shares a cozy, cluttered bungalow with her husband, their two children, and a pair of cosmic kittens.Carmen Rose is an Earphones Award-winning, critically acclaimed British actress. She trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and has narrated numerous romance and erotica audiobooks.









