Malcolm

The Ghosts of Culloden Moor #16

by Cathy MacRae

Malcolm Sinclair believes himself to be the only Jacobite soldier in the Earl of Cromartie’s regiment who escaped the devastating defeat at the hands of the Sutherlands at Little Ferry on 15 April, 1746. Approaching Inverness, alone and nearly frozen, he joined with a group of Frasers, only to face the Government forces—and his death—on Culloden Moor, 16 April, 1746.

Restless and haunted by the terrible tragedies that encompassed the last 36 hours of his life, Malcolm jumps at the chance to do a heroic deed and escape the moors—and hopefully the demons that lurk in his mind—forever.

But he didn’t realize the damsel-in-distress would be a despised Sutherland . . .

Genres: Fantasy, Scotland, Romance, Time Travel

86 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 20, 2016

About the author

Amazon best-selling author Cathy MacRae enjoys weaving tales of romance in the Highland mists. Her stories feature strong heroes and feisty heroines in pursuit of their happy-ever-afters in medieval Scotland.

When not writing, Cathy can be found curled up in a chair with a book or enjoying the outdoors with a German Shepherd or two. She is currently working on another Highland romance novel and planning her next trip to Scotland.

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Reviews

[Janalyn, the blind reviewer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Malcolm, a Highlander romance by Kathy McCray is the 16th book in the Culloden Moor Series. Up next in the series is Malcolm and I must admit out of all the books and I’ve only read about 10 of them this one was my least favorite not just because of Andrew McDermott who I think is a awesome narrator but in this one I felt as if he totally dropped the ball and had no interest in doing it not to mention the female voice that totally didn’t go with the book whatsoever. this is why around chapter 6 I bought the Kindle book and although it was much better I think because I have no interest in making Bourbon in the first two chapters are just her explaining the whole bourbon making process whith minor tiny conversations in the interim.. OMG I forgot to give you a brief synopsis Malcolm is allowed to come back to earth after dying as a Jacobite soldier in Scotland in the 1700s he does this because a Spirit/angel name Sony told him if he is successful in helping the person he is sent to help she will erase all his bad memories of the war. This is why he is at Allisons distillery when Malcolm shows up and due to him being dressed in a kilt she mistakes him for A recreational actor. All he wants to do is help her then go back to wherever it is he’s going to go to but every time she mentioned something from his past he gets a weird feeling almost like an anxiety attack and how is he going to help anyone when it’s Allison taking care of him? this is a novella and they got really close really fast but I did like that they didn’t start falling for each other until about halfway through because I am not a big fan of Insta love I do think this is A quick, SwUNY Read that any historical romance time travel fan will love. Especially if you like or want to learn how bourbon is made.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

Malcolm is book 16, in the series. Each book originates from the ghosts of 79 people who died at Culloden. However, each story is unique, and focuses on the specific ghost. Each ghost must complete a noble deed. Malcolm helps a young lady, only to find out she is from a despised clan, the Sutherlands.I liked how this story showed PTSD and the impact war can have on a soldier. Many of the books take place in the US, this time it tied Scottish whiskey to Tennessee Whiskey. The story is well written and interesting. The characters are well developed. Narration is excellent, I love the Scottish brogue. I received a free copy of this audiobook and am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Roger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Malcolm (The Ghosts of Culloden Moor #16), my first read from author Cathy MacRae & the sixteenth in the highly enjoyable Ghosts of Culloden Moor series. My wife is a Scottish romance reader & sometimes the books she reads influence me to read them as well. Another well-written short read in the series. I'll read more from this author & in this series, but what really got me going was narrator Andrew McDermott, I love his Irish brogue. Co-narrator Jenn McGuirk added to the enjoyment of the book. “I received a free Audible copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).

[Vanessa Sylvia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Malcom one of 79 ghosts that haunt Culloden Moor. The Muir witch has offered him a chance to perform a good deed for a reward. He is transported to Tennessee where Alison is working to save her whiskey distillery. Malcom is haunted by PTSD even to this day. Can Malcom battle his demons to accomplish his good deed? I have enjoyed each of the books in this series. The author weaves story of heartache and trauma of battle that leads to happy endings.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jocelyne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 16 in The Ghosts of Culloden Moor Series, a Scottish Paranormal Romance. I love this series! This is another good addition to the series. I liked Malcolm's emotional story. Andrew McDermott and Jenn McGuirk did an excellent job bringing this story to life. Looking forward to listening to Cade, the next book in the series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debra Loe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book

I have now read this book twice, and it was just as great the second time through. Malcolm has a way of tugging at your heart strings throughout the book. I think his second chance was perfect for him. And little Fergus was a great addition to it all. Great all around!

[Angelosdaughter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Very Attractive Culloden Ghost

This, like the others I have read so far, is a clean, but very romantic story., and I enjoy these stories for that reason.
Malcolm, who has a condition now recognized as PTSD, adding an interesting perspective to his story confronts his fears, and overcomes them for love.
I fell in love with him, too.

[EvilAntie Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Scottish Whiskey and a Mystery

What a great story- distillery and ghosts and intrigue all add up to a great story. While this is one of the shorter stories - Malcolm's story with PTSD powerful reminder of the horrors of war and how war can haunt all of us including the 79.

[Judy Schulz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

This was a great read. It's treatment of PTSD in the storyline was developed sympathetically given that many people still do not understand it. The characters are well developed and I found myself pulling for them.

[Keri Snyder · Rating 2 out of 5]

Don't judge the series by this installment

Having read most of this series, I was very disappointed. There was no nuance. So much room to expand and fill out these characters. It felt rushed as if someone waited until the day before an assignment was due to begin the work

[Kathleen Reed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adventure in Tennessee

So cool to see This take place in the hills of Tennessee whiskey. The fact that Malcolm came from a distilling family Background made this the perfect setting for him The story was exciting adventures and full of romance

[tburbr · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was well written and entertaining. The narrators did a great job of breathing life into the characters and made this a fun read.

I received a copy of this audio book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Cherie Alvaro · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you enjoy the highlander then you will enjoy these wee tales of the Ghosts of Culloden Moor, who are waiting to find their peace! Beautifully read by Andrew McDermott and Jenna McGurik.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sharon McCluskey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story of a brave fellow.

[Linda Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love at first book

Each book is better than the last one.Amazing,enduring,and the thing we each wish for for all souls who did too young in war.

[Edwina Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Malcolm’s story. It is a romance with adventure. I loved this story and enjoyed the characters and storyline. It is a clean read.

[Kimberly Daoust · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed, but....

I really enjoyed the book. But was disappointed there wasn't an epilogue to follow the end of the story. But maybe we'll hear something in one of the future books.

[Appalachia Jane · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story but leaves much to be desired.

[Lauren S · Rating 4 out of 5]

An ageless family rivalry meets a contemporary family dispute. Power, money, greed lead to destruction and the facing of fears. An HEA for most.

[Stephanie L · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is book 16 in the series. You will want to read the first short story, The Gathering, for the background of the Muir witch before you start the rest of the series. After that, each one can be read as a standalone .

I am really enjoying this series. If you enjoy insta-love stories you will enjoy this series. It is clean, romantic love. Each ghost finds a way to over come an obstacle that is keeping him from moving on.

[Tasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Malcolm's book. He has terrible flashbacks of what happened to him and his fellow Highlanders in the war. Finally it's his turn and Soni just basically only gives him a day. She gives others longer than that but I guess she knew it wouldn't take him long. He is dropped in Tennessee where the lass is a distillery owner. Come to find out that is exactly what his family did back in his time too. So he helps her uncover who is trying to destroy her factory. It was no shocker to me on who it was but I didn't see the end happening quite that way.

[S · Rating 5 out of 5]

VERY CREATIVE, FUNNY, SAD, WITTY and full of sympathy and understanding

Once again I truly enjoyed another book in the series. Although all books are based off of one major event each one has been completely individualized and separate from the others.

Allison has a big heart with a back bone of steel. Malcolm is the hot highlander who has been through some seriously traumatic events, but he still has a good heart.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Suffering from PTSD, Malcolm longs for nothing more than to be free of the memories that have haunted him for the past 270 years. Now that the Muir witch has granted him a day of mortality and a chance to perform an heroic act, Malcolm believes a peaceful existence is in sight. Imagine his frustration and anger when he discovers the person he must help is a beautiful women with the surname Sutherland -- the very clan responsible for Malcolm's fears and eventual death on Culloden Moor.

[Pamela Heckel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Scot knows whiskey

Malcolm arrives in a Tennessee distillery, disoriented and distracted by PTSD and memories of his family. This short story is perfect for a break.

[Tracy's Place · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 out of 5

[Dana Duppen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Series

Intriguing characters based on historical events. Happy ending but not sappy. Read the whole series and you'll be glad you did. I am.

[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

By Cathy MacRae
(The Ghosts of Culloden Moor #16)

Malcom Sinclair truly believes himself to be the only Jacobite soldier in the Earl of Cromartie's regiment who escaped the devastating defeat at the hands of the Sutherland's at Little Ferry on April 15th, 1746. He was nearly frozen from hiding in the freezing water so long before he was able to pull himself out. By the time he approached Inverness, he joined up with a group of Frasers, only to face the Government forces and sadly enough his death on Culloden Moor on April 16th, 1746.

He is restless and haunted by these terrible tragedies that all happened in the last 36 hours of his life so when Malcolm is offered the chance to do a heroic deed and escape the Moors( and hopefully the demons that live in his mind forever) by the little witch Soni he instantly jumps at it.
The only thing is he didn't realize the damsel in distress would be a Sutherland and boy does he ever despise the Sutherlands.

Can Malcolm do the heroic deed that is needed to free him from his sad eternal life on Culloden Moor and get his chance with Prince Charlie? Or can he put aside his hate after over 200 years and help her knowing none of it was her fault?

Once again Cathy MacRae astounds me with her writing abilities. Every time I read something from her it gets better and better. I really felt like I was there with Malcolm and going through everything with him. Congratulations on another fantastic book Ms. MacRae and I hope that you write more about the Ghosts of Culloden Moor as I can't get enough.
Once again I just want to add if you have not read the Gathering yet you should read that before this book as it explains everything you need to know about The Ghosts Of Culloden Moor and the little witch Soni who has become a vital part of of their ghostly lives.