Meet my newest favorite HR couple, Maddie and Captain MacWhimsy, I mean MacKenzie.

When a Scot Ties the Knot by Tessa Dare is a marriage of convenience story with wonderful characters, hilarious dialogue, and an epistolary romance. Madeline is a talented scientific illustrator. But she is shy, so shy in fact that she invents an imaginary sweetheart and writes him letters. Unbeknownst to her, said sweetheart has actually been receiving her letters, and years later, shows up on her doorstep with a proposal.

Maddie and Logan’s relationship is so sweet! I love how their romance starts off with them becoming friends and conspirators in keeping Maddie’s secret. The way they get to know each other is such a fun and charming journey. Logan is amazing! It’s no wonder Maddie fell for him. He is so encouraging and supportive of Maddie’s work, and he helps her through her social anxiety and panic attacks. Maddie, on the other hand, helps Logan fight his own demons.

I love how Logan is willing to do anything for the people he cares about, especially the men he led into battle. He considers these men his family. Some of the funniest scenes, including my favorite one, involve Logan’s men.

No review of this book is complete without Rex and Fluffy, Maddie’s pet lobsters. She has been commissioned to illustrate their full life cycle. Hilarity ensues while she waits for them to mate.

Are there any fans of the TV show Friends? This book gives off major “he’s her lobster” vibes! I also enjoyed the Pride and Prejudice reference.

There is a bonus epilogue on Tessa Dare’s website!