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Wishing for a Highlander #1
A Bride for the Highlander
It’s the past, and Adeline’s life is at risk. So is her heart.After a terrible storm, dr. Adeline wakes up in the arms of the most handsome man carrying her to his… castle? Or rather, his dungeons. Laird Logan is about to lose everything. So when a strange, bewitching lass with purple hair lands on his beach and claims she can heal his clan, he must trap her in his castle…But Adeline comes from a different time. Despite the spark between them, their relationship is doomed from the start. Still when the cruel Scottish Laird claims her lips, all she can do is surrender…*A Bride for the Highlander is a steamy Scottish historical romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages) written by Lydia Kendall and published by Cobalt Fairy. No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending. Get this book for free with Kindle Unlimited!
417 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 13, 2023
About the author
Lydia Kendall
108 books118 followersLydia Kendall has always been passionate about medieval romance. Having traveled to the Scottish Highlands several times as a young girl, she has always been drawn to their unparalleled beauty and history. A history that inspired stories of love and passion, mixed with tradition in the most appealing way for every hopeless romantic - much like herself.
Born in Denver, Colorado, Lydia Kendall has a degree in English Literature and Creative Writing, and over the last decade she has been writing non-stop for several clients - that is until she decided to start publishing her own work. When she isn't writing, Lydia loves spending her time in the beautiful outdoors with her loving husband and baby daughter.
Follow Lydia on this sensational journey of hot highlanders, bonny lassies, and fierce passion...and find sheer pleasure in the magnificent world of the Scottish countryside - one that will sweep you off your feet and keep you begging for more!
Born in Denver, Colorado, Lydia Kendall has a degree in English Literature and Creative Writing, and over the last decade she has been writing non-stop for several clients - that is until she decided to start publishing her own work. When she isn't writing, Lydia loves spending her time in the beautiful outdoors with her loving husband and baby daughter.
Follow Lydia on this sensational journey of hot highlanders, bonny lassies, and fierce passion...and find sheer pleasure in the magnificent world of the Scottish countryside - one that will sweep you off your feet and keep you begging for more!
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December 18, 2025
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A light and trivial historical romance read.
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A light and trivial historical romance read.
December 28, 2023
Adeline Clark is a surgeon who has a boss that was the Head of Surgery and compromised his staff by taking advantage of women and threatening them if they do not comply. Adeline refused his advances and faced being fired.
It is Christmas and her sister is in Scotland and cannot be reached. Her best friend is in New York and had invited Adeline to join her with her boyfriend to party through the New Year, but would cancel if anything is wrong and will come if she is needed. Adeline didn't want to ruin her plans.
She is sentimental and goes through her closet and finds a snow globe. Her late mother said it was magical. Make a wish. What does she want? Does she wish to keep her job? Wish the day never happened? Does she wish to forget it all?
Adeline got depressed, grabbed the globe, shook it violently and said, "I DON'T WANT TO BE ALONE ANY MORE!" It slipped out of her hands and shattered. The apartment shook, thunder roared, the lights went out and she passed out.
She was transported to the Scottish Highlands in 1700 and found unconscious on the beach. This is where the book became hysterically funny when she was discovered. The reaction to her made me laugh out loud. The people who discovered her were very superstitious and observed that she had the face and hands of a woman, but the body of a bear (her winter coat). She had purple hair. They were afraid to touch her as she laid unconscious on the shore. Was she a spy? a Traitor? a sea creature who washed to shore? A Trojan Horse?
The Laird, Logan Anderson of the Gibson Keep, was more logical but did not know what to do with her. He didn't understand the words she used. TV? Phone? Airplane? Was she dangerous?
A plague was affecting parts of their island. They didn't have a healer. That's when Adeline said she might be able to help and seemed to have a plan. The story progressed from there. It had a villain, a mystery, an attraction between Logan and Adeline. She had no current medications, needed to go to the villages to figure out what the caused this plague, how to calm the people who thought she was a witch, and had to implement a basic plan to cure the people, who were very superstitious.
Lydia did and excellent job of showing the differences of two civilizations, the 1700s and 2023. The mystery was, what caused this, how to overcome superstitions, and how to contain the plague. The answers to several other mysteries are revealed as the story progresses. I loved reading this book! She wrote an excellent story and I gave it 5 stars.
It is Christmas and her sister is in Scotland and cannot be reached. Her best friend is in New York and had invited Adeline to join her with her boyfriend to party through the New Year, but would cancel if anything is wrong and will come if she is needed. Adeline didn't want to ruin her plans.
She is sentimental and goes through her closet and finds a snow globe. Her late mother said it was magical. Make a wish. What does she want? Does she wish to keep her job? Wish the day never happened? Does she wish to forget it all?
Adeline got depressed, grabbed the globe, shook it violently and said, "I DON'T WANT TO BE ALONE ANY MORE!" It slipped out of her hands and shattered. The apartment shook, thunder roared, the lights went out and she passed out.
She was transported to the Scottish Highlands in 1700 and found unconscious on the beach. This is where the book became hysterically funny when she was discovered. The reaction to her made me laugh out loud. The people who discovered her were very superstitious and observed that she had the face and hands of a woman, but the body of a bear (her winter coat). She had purple hair. They were afraid to touch her as she laid unconscious on the shore. Was she a spy? a Traitor? a sea creature who washed to shore? A Trojan Horse?
The Laird, Logan Anderson of the Gibson Keep, was more logical but did not know what to do with her. He didn't understand the words she used. TV? Phone? Airplane? Was she dangerous?
A plague was affecting parts of their island. They didn't have a healer. That's when Adeline said she might be able to help and seemed to have a plan. The story progressed from there. It had a villain, a mystery, an attraction between Logan and Adeline. She had no current medications, needed to go to the villages to figure out what the caused this plague, how to calm the people who thought she was a witch, and had to implement a basic plan to cure the people, who were very superstitious.
Lydia did and excellent job of showing the differences of two civilizations, the 1700s and 2023. The mystery was, what caused this, how to overcome superstitions, and how to contain the plague. The answers to several other mysteries are revealed as the story progresses. I loved reading this book! She wrote an excellent story and I gave it 5 stars.
August 28, 2025
Very simple style time travel romance which has Adeline, a surgeon, travel to an island off the coast of Northern Scotland, 1705. There are a few confusing issues, geography wise, but I can overlook them for a good story. The actual storytelling is not bad, albeit (as mentioned) fairly simplistic. One thing that bothers me - in that location, at that time, the sole language was Gaelic. It is possible a Laird might have spoken English, or more likely French, if he had traveled or had been away for school. But, in thus book, on this vague unnamed island, everyone speaks English, except for a specific 3 or 4 words, maither, faither and braither. Otherwise, there isn't even a mention of Gaelic.
There is no reference whatsoever to the political climate; however, Adeline is suddenly thrown in the dungeon because she mentioned Christmas - leading the Laird (I actually forget his name) to think she is Catholic. I found this very strange. Many Scots were Catholic, and resentful of the British government, especially the Hanoverian King, so why would he suddenly freak out and put her in the dungeon 'for the safety of his family and people', because she mentioned it was almost Christmas?
The only time any reference is made to outside forces, it's a throwaway comment re 'since enemies came to our shores 10 yrs ago', with no mention of who that enemy may have been. English? French? Pirates? So, that's what I mean by simplistic. There is a bit of a plot going on which helps make things more interesting, but it feels like the details are just missing.
The romance really didn't captivate me. All that said, the writing is technically good, though I'm not going to continue with the series.
There is no reference whatsoever to the political climate; however, Adeline is suddenly thrown in the dungeon because she mentioned Christmas - leading the Laird (I actually forget his name) to think she is Catholic. I found this very strange. Many Scots were Catholic, and resentful of the British government, especially the Hanoverian King, so why would he suddenly freak out and put her in the dungeon 'for the safety of his family and people', because she mentioned it was almost Christmas?
The only time any reference is made to outside forces, it's a throwaway comment re 'since enemies came to our shores 10 yrs ago', with no mention of who that enemy may have been. English? French? Pirates? So, that's what I mean by simplistic. There is a bit of a plot going on which helps make things more interesting, but it feels like the details are just missing.
The romance really didn't captivate me. All that said, the writing is technically good, though I'm not going to continue with the series.
June 13, 2025
I’m a sucker for time travel romance so I’ve read quite a few, this was definitely one of my favorites. One of my biggest pet peeves is when it takes FOREVER for the FMC to realize they’ve time traveled, like they convince themselves it’s still a dream or that they’re in a coma even though they’ve been there for months. This fortunately, wasn’t like that. She was understandably confused at first and convinced she had some kind of head injury but she was smart and realized pretty quickly that she’d time traveled. She also told them she’d time traveled and they believed her, which was super refreshing. I liked the characters and the romance a lot. I do wish there had been a bit more world building and the romance (specifically the steamy scenes) were a little cheesy at times but I didn’t mind 🤷🏼♀️ it’s a good read if you’re looking for a time travel romance with a smart FMC, a protective MC and a good story.
December 18, 2023
A Beautiful Love Story!
I absolutely loved this book. Lydia never disappoints.I loved the characters and storyline so much. Adeline and Logan had so much chemistry. The time travel in this story was great. I can’t wait to read what comes next. I was getting a little teary eyed when she was in her apartment feeling so lonely. Then again on the Tower Roof. But I’m so happy with the ending of this story. I would have like more (always!!) but I’m thinking a possibility for the next one is Jane. We’ll see. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊
I absolutely loved this book. Lydia never disappoints.I loved the characters and storyline so much. Adeline and Logan had so much chemistry. The time travel in this story was great. I can’t wait to read what comes next. I was getting a little teary eyed when she was in her apartment feeling so lonely. Then again on the Tower Roof. But I’m so happy with the ending of this story. I would have like more (always!!) but I’m thinking a possibility for the next one is Jane. We’ll see. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊
November 11, 2025
OH MY WORD!! I am a huge fan of this author - Lydia Kendall. In her newsletter she offered the 2nd of this book series and when I realized it was the 2nd of 2 I had to purchase the first one (which is this one)
First off, I love anything that has to do with Scotland and more than love it if it is also a time travel book. This one has both those ingredients.
The characters are well written, the drama is off the charts and in typical Lydia Kendall fashion the spice is on point.
Fabulous story. Now on to the second one!!
Thank you Lydia Kendall for all your words!!!
First off, I love anything that has to do with Scotland and more than love it if it is also a time travel book. This one has both those ingredients.
The characters are well written, the drama is off the charts and in typical Lydia Kendall fashion the spice is on point.
Fabulous story. Now on to the second one!!
Thank you Lydia Kendall for all your words!!!
Did Not Finish
December 19, 2024DNF at 40%. So much potential gone to waste in this one. The writing wasn’t bad, there was just no angst….no dilemma despite these unusual circumstances. She time travels and everyone is way too accepting of this in such a short amount of time. And the instalust had me rolling my eyes. He goes from throwing her in a dungeon to taking her to bathe in the hot springs with desire in his eyes all so abruptly.
My search for amazing time travel romances continues on…..
My search for amazing time travel romances continues on…..
December 20, 2023
Logan and Adeline dew me into this thrilling time trave romance that had me all caught up in this story. It is a well written story with well-developed characters that I enjoyed connecting with. It is a little different from what I am used reading but an amazing story non the less.
I am volunteering to leave a review for an ARC of this book.
I am volunteering to leave a review for an ARC of this book.
December 25, 2023
PERFECT TIME TRAVEL ROMANCE
Lydia wrote the best book ever! This story totally captured my heart! The hero and heroine were perfect! The other characters were also great. The sudden twist of events and who was the real villain surprised even me. Maybe I was too entranced by the love to see it. If you like these Scottish time travel romances don’t pass this one up!
Lydia wrote the best book ever! This story totally captured my heart! The hero and heroine were perfect! The other characters were also great. The sudden twist of events and who was the real villain surprised even me. Maybe I was too entranced by the love to see it. If you like these Scottish time travel romances don’t pass this one up!
January 2, 2024
now or 1705
I am not usually a time travel reader. This book had so much plot it was a joy to read. Adeline was very gifted. She knew she could help others and was very willing to help to do so. Logan was a lonely Laird and found himself bewitched by Adeline. A very touching read.
I am not usually a time travel reader. This book had so much plot it was a joy to read. Adeline was very gifted. She knew she could help others and was very willing to help to do so. Logan was a lonely Laird and found himself bewitched by Adeline. A very touching read.
February 28, 2024
I wish!
What a wonderful read. I really enjoyed reading this book. What bothers me is the book that arrived after she went back in time. She should have put in under her clothes. It's her and Logan in that picture that Jane sent her. They are buried together with the book in between them. Oh well.
What a wonderful read. I really enjoyed reading this book. What bothers me is the book that arrived after she went back in time. She should have put in under her clothes. It's her and Logan in that picture that Jane sent her. They are buried together with the book in between them. Oh well.
March 3, 2024
An intriguing time travel romance set in 1700’s Scotland. Of course we have a hunky, gorgeous highland laird completely befuddled by a beautiful, mysterious, female claiming to be a doctor/healer from 2024. Fun, lighthearted story with plenty of sizzling chemistry between the two. ❤️ I really enjoyed this one.
February 1, 2025
time travel romance
A sweet happily ever after romance. You do have to wonder why she didn’t prepare better to go back and talk to her friend and sister first. At least find out where her sister was so she could leave messages for her. How is it clothes could transfer either way but the coin did not. What is the price she paid?
A sweet happily ever after romance. You do have to wonder why she didn’t prepare better to go back and talk to her friend and sister first. At least find out where her sister was so she could leave messages for her. How is it clothes could transfer either way but the coin did not. What is the price she paid?
December 20, 2023
excellent read
I have read quite a lot of time travel books, but this one was one of the best I have read. Great characters and storyline, loved main characters Logan and Adeline and look forward to other book of similar
I have read quite a lot of time travel books, but this one was one of the best I have read. Great characters and storyline, loved main characters Logan and Adeline and look forward to other book of similar
December 22, 2023
It was a good time travel story. I can just envision finding a purple haired woman in back in those days. The storyline was good and the characters were well developed. I don’t read too many time travel books, but I thought this one was well done.
December 26, 2023
Exciting Time Travel Love Story
This was a real good book. I take longer to read now but I read it and the extended epilogue too. Adeline and Logan fell in love and she got to live in the1700’s.
This was a real good book. I take longer to read now but I read it and the extended epilogue too. Adeline and Logan fell in love and she got to live in the1700’s.
December 26, 2023
A love story, against all the odds.
I didn't want the story to end as I watched a love story unfold. The characters became so real I felt that I was there. Willing it to be a happy ending
I didn't want the story to end as I watched a love story unfold. The characters became so real I felt that I was there. Willing it to be a happy ending
January 1, 2024
she lived in 2023 but after breaking a snow globe it was 1705?
How could she have traveled back in time when she didn’t believe in magic? Yet here she was trying to heal people that thought she was a witch.
How could she have traveled back in time when she didn’t believe in magic? Yet here she was trying to heal people that thought she was a witch.
January 8, 2024
Adeline & Logan
Travelling through time to meet her soulmate Adeline never imagine it could happen to her . A beautiful story which will keep you captivated all the way. Highly recommended
Travelling through time to meet her soulmate Adeline never imagine it could happen to her . A beautiful story which will keep you captivated all the way. Highly recommended
January 18, 2024
great story
Great story line gripped from start to finish this book does not disappoint. This was my first novel from this reader and this genre . Loved the characters and the unexpected twist and turns will be reading more from this writer
Great story line gripped from start to finish this book does not disappoint. This was my first novel from this reader and this genre . Loved the characters and the unexpected twist and turns will be reading more from this writer
January 24, 2024
excellent
I have never liked Time Travel stories, but this one was phenomenal! I was so into it I actually cried when Adeline left. What an amazing story made me wish time travel was real. Love Lydia Kendall!❤️
I have never liked Time Travel stories, but this one was phenomenal! I was so into it I actually cried when Adeline left. What an amazing story made me wish time travel was real. Love Lydia Kendall!❤️
February 1, 2024
This was a good story of time travel and all characters, male and female, seem to meld pretty good together--well only after the highlander realized what a huge mistake he was making! I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to others like it, thanks.
February 9, 2024
Beautifully written
I was captivated front the first page to the last. Well written and you are enchanted to the last page. Love and enjoy the author so I knew the book would be a book even after reading would still linger. Thanks for the adventure.
I was captivated front the first page to the last. Well written and you are enchanted to the last page. Love and enjoy the author so I knew the book would be a book even after reading would still linger. Thanks for the adventure.
March 27, 2024
This was so good! I sometimes find KU books to be hit or miss and this one was an absolute GEM! I’m a huge sucker for time travel to Scotland so it was right up my ally. I loved everything about Adeline and Logan’s story.
March 30, 2024
excellent read
I definitely would have loved to had it, and with the loving couple in the tomb together, but I can use my imagination. And the book that she brought back with her being the book between the two of them. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I definitely would have loved to had it, and with the loving couple in the tomb together, but I can use my imagination. And the book that she brought back with her being the book between the two of them. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
October 21, 2024
I felt as if I had traveled back
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. The author did a good.job.from.start to finish. There were a few times I had tears and definitely hated to see.the story end!
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. The author did a good.job.from.start to finish. There were a few times I had tears and definitely hated to see.the story end!
September 14, 2025
Snow Globe
What a wonderful and unusual storyline. The characters were delightful and at times the dialogue was witty. True love overcomes centuries of time and separation of family. Definitely material in this book for a sequel! Highly recommend this book.
What a wonderful and unusual storyline. The characters were delightful and at times the dialogue was witty. True love overcomes centuries of time and separation of family. Definitely material in this book for a sequel! Highly recommend this book.
September 19, 2025
Very interesting story
This was a very interesting story, I enjoyed the time travel ,I wished that she would have went into more detail about what happened on her return ,like her family his people etc
This was a very interesting story, I enjoyed the time travel ,I wished that she would have went into more detail about what happened on her return ,like her family his people etc
November 9, 2025
Time travel would be very interesting.
This book has inspired me to read more time travel stories and especially when a highlander is involved. I had lost interest at one time but this story has revived my interest.
This book has inspired me to read more time travel stories and especially when a highlander is involved. I had lost interest at one time but this story has revived my interest.
November 14, 2025
Fascinating
Don't know if I'd like to go back in time, but for a love like that..... It was fascinating, enjoyed the times and the people. The strange beliefs were what caught my attention.
Don't know if I'd like to go back in time, but for a love like that..... It was fascinating, enjoyed the times and the people. The strange beliefs were what caught my attention.
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