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Arch Through Time #5
Destiny of a Highlander
(Alternate cover edition of ASIN B077LRC7H2.)
Breanne Martin lives in the past.
At least, that’s what everyone tells her. After learning the hard way that love never lasts, she throws her energy into her job as a museum conservator, spending her time with ancient relics and artefacts. That way she can’t get hurt again, right? So when a strange old woman offers her the chance to work in one of Edinburgh’s top museums, she grabs the opportunity.
But she soon begins to learn that all is not as it seems. When she stumbles across a gorgeous stranger trying to break into the museum one night she discovers that everything she’s learned about love—and about right and wrong—might just get turned on its head.
Alexander Murray has lost everything. As an impetuous youth he made a decision that took his life down a dark path. Now he spends his days as a warrior in a corrupt lord’s household, bereft of family, of clan, of honor. So when a strange old woman offers him the chance to travel to the future to retrieve an object of value— and in so doing make amends for his mistakes—he jumps at the chance.
Little does he know that this will throw him into the path of a fire-haired beauty who has no intention of letting him steal one of her artefacts—even if it means traveling back in time with him.
Adrift in a world of danger and betrayal, can Bree and Alex heal the hole in each other’s hearts and in so doing, fulfil their destinies?
Breanne Martin lives in the past.
At least, that’s what everyone tells her. After learning the hard way that love never lasts, she throws her energy into her job as a museum conservator, spending her time with ancient relics and artefacts. That way she can’t get hurt again, right? So when a strange old woman offers her the chance to work in one of Edinburgh’s top museums, she grabs the opportunity.
But she soon begins to learn that all is not as it seems. When she stumbles across a gorgeous stranger trying to break into the museum one night she discovers that everything she’s learned about love—and about right and wrong—might just get turned on its head.
Alexander Murray has lost everything. As an impetuous youth he made a decision that took his life down a dark path. Now he spends his days as a warrior in a corrupt lord’s household, bereft of family, of clan, of honor. So when a strange old woman offers him the chance to travel to the future to retrieve an object of value— and in so doing make amends for his mistakes—he jumps at the chance.
Little does he know that this will throw him into the path of a fire-haired beauty who has no intention of letting him steal one of her artefacts—even if it means traveling back in time with him.
Adrift in a world of danger and betrayal, can Bree and Alex heal the hole in each other’s hearts and in so doing, fulfil their destinies?
304 pages, ebook
Published November 27, 2017
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About the author
Katy Baker
110 books199 followersKaty Baker was born in London to an English mother and an American father. She grew up a stone's throw from Hampstead Heath which remains one of her favourite places in the world. During her twenties she spent several years living in San Francisco where she developed an abiding love of bagels before returning to her beloved London. She lives in south London with her husband and a very grumpy bulldog.
Katy's books explore the intricacies of human relationships with plenty of spice thrown in. What would life be without a little spice?
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Katy's books explore the intricacies of human relationships with plenty of spice thrown in. What would life be without a little spice?
Would you like to know more of Irene MacAskill’s story? Guardian of a Highlander, a short story is available as a free gift to all my newsletter subscribers. Sign up below to grab your copy and receive a regular email containing news, chat and more. https://www.subscribepage.com/w4s5u0
If you enjoy my books, come and join me over at Ream! This is my reader community where you can get early access to my books as I write them, chats with myself and other fans, artwork, research, updates and lots of other cool stuff. Come and immerse yourself in the world of Arch Through Time! Click here: https://reamstories.com/page/leianzfm2a
You can also find me at https://www.katybakerromance.com/
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March 17, 2019
These books are all relatively the same. I guess once you find a good formula you stick with it, but that means reading them in a row gets repetitive. A little change would be good- enemies to lovers, forced marriage, a surprise baby, something... Instead it's heroine gets sent back somehow, runs into hero, there's some reason the hero doesn't feel good enough for her, they look for a way back, the conflict escalates but is quickly resolved, and it wraps up with a wedding. Not even a good epilogue.
December 18, 2017
I didn't find Destiny of a Highlander particularly amazing. The writing is repetitive in places and there are several details that don't add up. Frankly, when I started reading Destiny of a Highlander I found it too unrealistic, even for a time travel novel. The fact that the characters are not that well developed doesn't help much either.
But then the plot kind of grew on me and despite all the flaws, I couldn't put it down. Destiny of a Highlander is part of a series (book 5 in the Arch Through Time series), so maybe some of my distrust in relation to historical adequacy comes from the fact that I didn't read any of the previous books - something I plan to remedy soon. Still, I can vouch that Destiny of a Highlander can be read as a stand alone anyway.
For the originality of the plot and for the fact that the constant twists and turns kept me glued to the book until the very last page, I'm prepared to overlook the details I didn't like so much and rate it with 4 stars.
But then the plot kind of grew on me and despite all the flaws, I couldn't put it down. Destiny of a Highlander is part of a series (book 5 in the Arch Through Time series), so maybe some of my distrust in relation to historical adequacy comes from the fact that I didn't read any of the previous books - something I plan to remedy soon. Still, I can vouch that Destiny of a Highlander can be read as a stand alone anyway.
For the originality of the plot and for the fact that the constant twists and turns kept me glued to the book until the very last page, I'm prepared to overlook the details I didn't like so much and rate it with 4 stars.
October 18, 2019
This is an OK time-travel romance, but I did have some issues with it.
First off, Bree adapted to her unexpected time-travel way too easily to believe. I think she would have been a lot more freaked out by it then she was. Also, the highlanders would have been much more concerned with her strange talk than they were. They just kept thinking she must be "daft", and accepted her behavior as normal for someone from America. It seemed like they just accepted all her differences too easily. I didn't buy it.
I had a hard time liking Alex in this one. He was unwilling to talk to Bree about anything, and he was often very controlling and bossy. He knew that Bree was from the future, and knew that women of that time did not behave like women from his time (his mother was from the future, after all) -- so he should not have expected Bree to allow him to boss her around. He should have taken the time to explain why it was not safe for her to be so independent. He should also have explained to her why he didn't think they could be together, but instead he just tried to push her away. I honestly didn't see why Bree fell for him. He did get better, but it took him a while.
I didn't buy that Bree and Alex were in love. They were definitely in lust, but they annoyed each other so often that I just didn't buy their love connection. Then when Alex tried to push her away, I'm shocked she forgave him for that so easily.
I also thought that this story was very similar to the others in the series. There is unexpected time-travel , the h is rescued by a hot highlander, causes trouble with her modern ideas, falls in love with the hot highlander, needs to be rescued again, and then everything ends in an HEA. This one did have a slight twist on the time-travel aspect, but the plot was still very similar to the other books.
One other thing bothered me, and this is minor, but it is a pet peeve of mine. The couple on the book cover should look like they are described in the book. In this book, Bree is described as having fiery red hair, and Alex has blonde hair. Yet, the cover shows them both with brown hair. That mistake may not be the author's fault, but it still bugs me.
The story was mildly entertaining, and I did like Irene, so I will read the next in the series -- but I probably would not continue the series if it wasn't free with Kindle Unlimited. Because of the issues I noted above, it gets 3 stars from me.
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
First off, Bree adapted to her unexpected time-travel way too easily to believe. I think she would have been a lot more freaked out by it then she was. Also, the highlanders would have been much more concerned with her strange talk than they were. They just kept thinking she must be "daft", and accepted her behavior as normal for someone from America. It seemed like they just accepted all her differences too easily. I didn't buy it.
I had a hard time liking Alex in this one. He was unwilling to talk to Bree about anything, and he was often very controlling and bossy. He knew that Bree was from the future, and knew that women of that time did not behave like women from his time (his mother was from the future, after all) -- so he should not have expected Bree to allow him to boss her around. He should have taken the time to explain why it was not safe for her to be so independent. He should also have explained to her why he didn't think they could be together, but instead he just tried to push her away. I honestly didn't see why Bree fell for him. He did get better, but it took him a while.
I didn't buy that Bree and Alex were in love. They were definitely in lust, but they annoyed each other so often that I just didn't buy their love connection. Then when Alex tried to push her away, I'm shocked she forgave him for that so easily.
I also thought that this story was very similar to the others in the series. There is unexpected time-travel , the h is rescued by a hot highlander, causes trouble with her modern ideas, falls in love with the hot highlander, needs to be rescued again, and then everything ends in an HEA. This one did have a slight twist on the time-travel aspect, but the plot was still very similar to the other books.
One other thing bothered me, and this is minor, but it is a pet peeve of mine. The couple on the book cover should look like they are described in the book. In this book, Bree is described as having fiery red hair, and Alex has blonde hair. Yet, the cover shows them both with brown hair. That mistake may not be the author's fault, but it still bugs me.
The story was mildly entertaining, and I did like Irene, so I will read the next in the series -- but I probably would not continue the series if it wasn't free with Kindle Unlimited. Because of the issues I noted above, it gets 3 stars from me.
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
March 11, 2021
Always warm-hearted, enjoyable story of beautiful place and time
The Arches Through Time books are some of my favorite light reading. I go to them for respite and renewal from the problems of humanity and the work of daily life. They restore me with the beauty of the medieval countryside, the wholesome relationships of the main characters, and light touches of humor.
I always feel the characters are superficial in the beginning but then I become engaged in the story and come to care about them. (As the story unfolds the main characters become well-developed.) The happy ending is thus always very satisfying.
It's also a pleasure to read a book without typos or spelling and grammatical errors.
This book in the series is another enjoyable read.
The Arches Through Time books are some of my favorite light reading. I go to them for respite and renewal from the problems of humanity and the work of daily life. They restore me with the beauty of the medieval countryside, the wholesome relationships of the main characters, and light touches of humor.
I always feel the characters are superficial in the beginning but then I become engaged in the story and come to care about them. (As the story unfolds the main characters become well-developed.) The happy ending is thus always very satisfying.
It's also a pleasure to read a book without typos or spelling and grammatical errors.
This book in the series is another enjoyable read.
April 24, 2019
Breanne Martin has learned that love never lasts so she sticks with the thing she knows best ~ history. As a museum conservator, she's offered a dream job at a museum in Scotland. Alexander Murray lost everything with one wrong decision as a young man. When he's offered a chance to bring home a precious object, he jumps at the chance. However, since Irene MacAskill was involved, things aren't what they seem. Alexander and Breanne must get through a difficult time together and it may just bring them both what they've always wanted.
This is a great book and the series is fabulous, I highly recommend both. Katy Baker can truly write a story with intrigue and romance.
This is a great book and the series is fabulous, I highly recommend both. Katy Baker can truly write a story with intrigue and romance.
July 16, 2019
To die for
I love this authors books. I think the lady who is Fae is such a funny name. McAskill. All the books are wonderful. I will not ever tell you the story. I cannot compete With a good writer. I tell you the emotions. This book is filled with emotions. Strong characters You will fall in love with. Strong feelings you want to kill with your own two hands. Romance oh my gosh. Heavy on the romance. Family interaction. You’ve got it. All the dysfunctional family interaction If you want. Sensual, sexual love scenes which make you wish you were really there. Today is a really dear – yes truly wishing it was you LOL
I love this authors books. I think the lady who is Fae is such a funny name. McAskill. All the books are wonderful. I will not ever tell you the story. I cannot compete With a good writer. I tell you the emotions. This book is filled with emotions. Strong characters You will fall in love with. Strong feelings you want to kill with your own two hands. Romance oh my gosh. Heavy on the romance. Family interaction. You’ve got it. All the dysfunctional family interaction If you want. Sensual, sexual love scenes which make you wish you were really there. Today is a really dear – yes truly wishing it was you LOL
October 1, 2021
Roller coaster of excitement
You don’t have to read the prior books to enjoy this one but knowing the first three stories helps understand Alex’s parents relationship and their relationship with Irene MacAskill. It also sets up how time travel might be more flexible then it appeared in earlier books. I enjoyed the read with unpredictable turns. It’s enjoyable to continue the story of the original time/lovers Ewan and Gretchen and see the next generation. This book had more twists, more pathos, more emotional tumult. The end was satisfying.
You don’t have to read the prior books to enjoy this one but knowing the first three stories helps understand Alex’s parents relationship and their relationship with Irene MacAskill. It also sets up how time travel might be more flexible then it appeared in earlier books. I enjoyed the read with unpredictable turns. It’s enjoyable to continue the story of the original time/lovers Ewan and Gretchen and see the next generation. This book had more twists, more pathos, more emotional tumult. The end was satisfying.
June 18, 2018
Destiny of a Highlander(Arch. Through Time Book5)
The love story of Breanne and Alexander. Irene MacAskill is at it again. Then next generation of Highlander are saving the clans. Alex has been e Ile from the Murry clan and now he has a change to get back in. All he has to do is go to the future are return with something very valuable. Can he do it? Great story
The love story of Breanne and Alexander. Irene MacAskill is at it again. Then next generation of Highlander are saving the clans. Alex has been e Ile from the Murry clan and now he has a change to get back in. All he has to do is go to the future are return with something very valuable. Can he do it? Great story
April 14, 2018
I really enjoyed all 5 books, now I want to read about how it all started with Irene.
5🌟 loved all the characters and this is my first time reading this author. I loved all 5 books in this series.
5🌟 loved all the characters and this is my first time reading this author. I loved all 5 books in this series.
August 10, 2018
Amazing
I love this series! This was the first time I was so overcome with emotion about 2/3rds in. Like it was intense. Wishing for the happy ending. Plus a twist right at the end! So incredibly good! Highly recommend!
I love this series! This was the first time I was so overcome with emotion about 2/3rds in. Like it was intense. Wishing for the happy ending. Plus a twist right at the end! So incredibly good! Highly recommend!
April 7, 2019
This is definitely my favorite couple. The relationship between Bree and Alex grew from distrust to love in what seemed to be a very real way. It seemed very genuine. Can't wait to read the next book.
October 21, 2019
Wonderful
This series just gets better with each book. This has much heartbreak in it for both Alex and Bree. But in the end as I always say true love does prevail. Please pick up this series, you will really enjoy it. Off to read book 6.
This series just gets better with each book. This has much heartbreak in it for both Alex and Bree. But in the end as I always say true love does prevail. Please pick up this series, you will really enjoy it. Off to read book 6.
October 29, 2019
Fun ready
Great read,well constructed. Irene is a fun character and all ways manages to pair up not couples. Did they have baked hat in the 1500s? Must have been something brought back from 21st century!
Great read,well constructed. Irene is a fun character and all ways manages to pair up not couples. Did they have baked hat in the 1500s? Must have been something brought back from 21st century!
March 14, 2021
Loved this book!
This whole series has been incredibly awesome, but I might have enjoyed this story the most! The way the ending came with his mother and father was awesome! I hope the rest of the series is as good!
This whole series has been incredibly awesome, but I might have enjoyed this story the most! The way the ending came with his mother and father was awesome! I hope the rest of the series is as good!
September 23, 2023
I was wondering who the hell is Alexander Murray? In book 3, Ewan and Gretchen has two children, Maisie and Ethan. In this book, Alex was an only child.. the inconsistencies and errors was just annoying…
February 6, 2024
Well written story!
This book was full of l love and adventure. Family and friends. Alex and Bree’s love story was well woven with love, heartache, happiness and acceptance. I loved it!
This book was full of l love and adventure. Family and friends. Alex and Bree’s love story was well woven with love, heartache, happiness and acceptance. I loved it!
January 16, 2025
Destiny of a Highlander book 5
Irene MacAskill is at it again to make someone’s destiny come true. She sends some to the future and some to the past. All in all they come to their senses and fall in love.
Irene MacAskill is at it again to make someone’s destiny come true. She sends some to the future and some to the past. All in all they come to their senses and fall in love.
December 29, 2017
Really enjoyed all of this series. and this one is just as good. Hope we have more to come. Well written Katy Baker.
January 7, 2018
Trust
Katy Baker has written a wonderful novel combining to of my favorite beliefs. True love and time travel. Hope to read more of her books.
Katy Baker has written a wonderful novel combining to of my favorite beliefs. True love and time travel. Hope to read more of her books.
August 4, 2018
Nice... quite formulaic even down to some identical dialogue but still enjoyable with strong alpha heroes and heroines who are slouches either!
August 24, 2018
Good
Another well written story about time travel and love I am going to read more of this author! The story
Another well written story about time travel and love I am going to read more of this author! The story
June 12, 2019
Enjoyable
A very enjoyable tale, with a feisty heroine and brooding hero. Great pace, lots of light & shade, and I loved it.
A very enjoyable tale, with a feisty heroine and brooding hero. Great pace, lots of light & shade, and I loved it.
October 31, 2019
Great read
Oh the intrigue in this one will keep you up late at night to finally finish,you just can’t put it down, it also has good romance and period authenticity.
Oh the intrigue in this one will keep you up late at night to finally finish,you just can’t put it down, it also has good romance and period authenticity.
June 21, 2020
Back in the past she found something that the future couldn’t offer
Hope, joy, love, and most of all people who excepted her for who she was. The most beautiful love story
Hope, joy, love, and most of all people who excepted her for who she was. The most beautiful love story
September 17, 2020
Destiny of the Highlander: Arch Through Time Book 5
By Katie Baker
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I LOVE THIS SERIES. Oops sorry I didn't mean to yell
By Katie Baker
Kindle unlimited purchase
I LOVE THIS SERIES. Oops sorry I didn't mean to yell
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January 12, 2021
Great Series!
I am on to the next one!! I Absolutely Love this series!
I recommend everyone to read this series
-K- W.
Dania Beach, FL
I am on to the next one!! I Absolutely Love this series!
I recommend everyone to read this series
-K- W.
Dania Beach, FL
March 8, 2021
Great
I'm loving this series of books. Katy writes very well and truly loving the time travelling what more do you need
I'm loving this series of books. Katy writes very well and truly loving the time travelling what more do you need
June 22, 2021
Good book
Another very good book in this series, only found one that was lacking. Give it a try I think you will like it.
Another very good book in this series, only found one that was lacking. Give it a try I think you will like it.
September 28, 2022
Exciting love story
I have enjoyed this book. Alex and Bree came together they thought by accident but Irene had a different plan in mind.
I have enjoyed this book. Alex and Bree came together they thought by accident but Irene had a different plan in mind.
November 6, 2024
Not in the mood I guess.
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