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Arch Through Time #7
Spirit of a Highlander
(Alternate cover edition of ASIN B07JLH8RN5.)
Ripped from her time, lost in a strange land, a modern woman learns the most important lesson of all: that love knows no boundaries.
Thea Thomas’ luck couldn’t get much worse. Having dared to follow her dream of becoming a photographer, she’s learned the hard way that dreams rarely come true. She’s lost her home, her job, and just about every shred of pride she had left.
So when a strange old woman offers her a dream photography assignment she dares to believe her luck has finally changed. That is, until she steps through an archway on the Scottish coast and is sent hurtling back through time—and right into danger.
Rescued by Logan MacAuley, a simple blacksmith, Thea finds herself drawn to the enigmatic loner. But Logan has secrets. Cursed by a perilous bargain with the Fae, he is desperate to protect Thea from danger—and the biggest danger is himself.
Dare these two lost souls take a risk on each other? And will fate let them?
Spirit of a Highlander is the seventh book in the Arch Through Time time- travel romance series and can be read as a standalone novel. If you love sexy highlanders, feisty heroines and sizzling passion you’ll love this tale of danger, passion and true love in the Highlands of Scotland.
Ripped from her time, lost in a strange land, a modern woman learns the most important lesson of all: that love knows no boundaries.
Thea Thomas’ luck couldn’t get much worse. Having dared to follow her dream of becoming a photographer, she’s learned the hard way that dreams rarely come true. She’s lost her home, her job, and just about every shred of pride she had left.
So when a strange old woman offers her a dream photography assignment she dares to believe her luck has finally changed. That is, until she steps through an archway on the Scottish coast and is sent hurtling back through time—and right into danger.
Rescued by Logan MacAuley, a simple blacksmith, Thea finds herself drawn to the enigmatic loner. But Logan has secrets. Cursed by a perilous bargain with the Fae, he is desperate to protect Thea from danger—and the biggest danger is himself.
Dare these two lost souls take a risk on each other? And will fate let them?
Spirit of a Highlander is the seventh book in the Arch Through Time time- travel romance series and can be read as a standalone novel. If you love sexy highlanders, feisty heroines and sizzling passion you’ll love this tale of danger, passion and true love in the Highlands of Scotland.
292 pages, ebook
Published October 20, 2018
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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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April 25, 2019
Photographer, Thea Thomas, has been having a run of bad luck losing her home, job, and pride. When she meets Irene MacAskill, Thea believes that her dream job is the prize but she's given a book of fairy tales and goes back to 16th century Scotland where she's told that she can prevent a tragedy and save someone in the process. Thea meets Logan MacAuley, a blacksmith who rescues her from a fall in the sea. Logan was once the Laird of the MacAuley clan but made a deal with the Fae to save his people. As Logan and Thea look for Irene, Logan learns that the current Laird MacAuley is putting the clan in jeopardy. As things come about, Logan learns he was betrayed and that he and Thea have a chance to put things right if their love is strong enough.
I found this series through Kindle Unlimited and have loved it. This book, like the others, is well-written and the characters well-rounded. You find yourself pulled into the story cheering for the characters in places and wondering about their stubbornness in others. I highly recommend this book but suggest you read the series in order.
I found this series through Kindle Unlimited and have loved it. This book, like the others, is well-written and the characters well-rounded. You find yourself pulled into the story cheering for the characters in places and wondering about their stubbornness in others. I highly recommend this book but suggest you read the series in order.
October 20, 2019
This is an OK time-travel romance, but I did have some issues with it.
First off, Thea 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 and clothes 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 way too easily. I didn't buy it.
I liked both Logan and Thea in this one. I did get a little irritated with Logan a few times, though, because he was often very controlling and bossy. He knew that Kara was from another land, so he should not have expected her to behave just like women from his world. He should have taken the time to explain why it was not safe for her to be so independent.
I didn't believe that Logan and Thea were in love. They were definitely in lust, but they just didn't spend enough time together for me to buy their love connection.
I did like that the plot of this story was different from the others in the series. It had an interesting twist on the time-travel, with Thea coming there to save Logan from his curse. I did like that Logan and his brothers had been willing to accept the curse to save their clan, but was glad when Irene brought Thea to save him. But there were still a lot of similarities in this book and the others in the series. All the love scenes and wedding scenes are very similar, as are the descriptions of the time-travel and the modern women's reaction to it.
Thea used a lot of words and phrases used in this book that an American woman would never use. The author is British, and it seems that these words/phrases are commonly used there. But, if the author wants her h to use them, she should have made her British, not American. This was a glaring flaw to me.
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 the book, Logan is described as having auburn hair and Thea has raven black hair. Yet, the cover shows two people 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, Thea 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 and clothes 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 way too easily. I didn't buy it.
I liked both Logan and Thea in this one. I did get a little irritated with Logan a few times, though, because he was often very controlling and bossy. He knew that Kara was from another land, so he should not have expected her to behave just like women from his world. He should have taken the time to explain why it was not safe for her to be so independent.
I didn't believe that Logan and Thea were in love. They were definitely in lust, but they just didn't spend enough time together for me to buy their love connection.
I did like that the plot of this story was different from the others in the series. It had an interesting twist on the time-travel, with Thea coming there to save Logan from his curse. I did like that Logan and his brothers had been willing to accept the curse to save their clan, but was glad when Irene brought Thea to save him. But there were still a lot of similarities in this book and the others in the series. All the love scenes and wedding scenes are very similar, as are the descriptions of the time-travel and the modern women's reaction to it.
Thea used a lot of words and phrases used in this book that an American woman would never use. The author is British, and it seems that these words/phrases are commonly used there. But, if the author wants her h to use them, she should have made her British, not American. This was a glaring flaw to me.
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 the book, Logan is described as having auburn hair and Thea has raven black hair. Yet, the cover shows two people 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.
November 18, 2018
AN EXTREMELY ENTICING ADVENTURE!!!
Whoa baby! Talk about a walk with destiny. This is one exciting, action packed, fast paced, hard hitting, pulse racing, heart pounding, page turning, smooth flowing read that's as riveting as it is captivating. All the twists and turns, unexpected circumstances and unpredictable surprises around every corner make for one thrilling experience. In a whirlwind of emotions and events you see the depth, complexity, and believable chemistry that show through as their personalities get to know one another. The connection that binds the two with this remarkable storyline as the plot thickens with every growing tension as the tale unfolds. The characters and scenes are written with such realism it really pulls this bad boy together beautifully. With such a graphically detailed overview it's easy to picture each scenario as they play off one another perfectly. Katy did an incredible job bringing this read to life. Fantastic job Katy, thanks for sharing this magnificent tale with us.
Whoa baby! Talk about a walk with destiny. This is one exciting, action packed, fast paced, hard hitting, pulse racing, heart pounding, page turning, smooth flowing read that's as riveting as it is captivating. All the twists and turns, unexpected circumstances and unpredictable surprises around every corner make for one thrilling experience. In a whirlwind of emotions and events you see the depth, complexity, and believable chemistry that show through as their personalities get to know one another. The connection that binds the two with this remarkable storyline as the plot thickens with every growing tension as the tale unfolds. The characters and scenes are written with such realism it really pulls this bad boy together beautifully. With such a graphically detailed overview it's easy to picture each scenario as they play off one another perfectly. Katy did an incredible job bringing this read to life. Fantastic job Katy, thanks for sharing this magnificent tale with us.
November 30, 2018
Ripped from her time, lost in a strange land, a modern woman learns the most important lesson of all: that love knows no boundaries.
Thea Thomas’ luck couldn’t get much worse. Having dared to follow her dream of becoming a photographer, she’s learned the hard way that dreams rarely come true.
Rescued by Logan MacAuley, a simple blacksmith, Thea finds herself drawn to the enigmatic loner.
Dare these two lost souls take a risk on each other; and will fate let them?
This is book #7 of this well written Romantic Time Travel Series. It is maybe my favorite so far.
They are all filled with hunky Highlanders from a by gone era and misses looking for adventure and love that they find in the most unexpected places.
This fast paced book is not to be missed. Each book in this series can easily be read as a standalone but if you read the series start with book #1.
I gave this intriguing read 4.75 of 5.0 stars for storyline and characterization.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review. This in no way affected my opinion of this book.
Thea Thomas’ luck couldn’t get much worse. Having dared to follow her dream of becoming a photographer, she’s learned the hard way that dreams rarely come true.
Rescued by Logan MacAuley, a simple blacksmith, Thea finds herself drawn to the enigmatic loner.
Dare these two lost souls take a risk on each other; and will fate let them?
This is book #7 of this well written Romantic Time Travel Series. It is maybe my favorite so far.
They are all filled with hunky Highlanders from a by gone era and misses looking for adventure and love that they find in the most unexpected places.
This fast paced book is not to be missed. Each book in this series can easily be read as a standalone but if you read the series start with book #1.
I gave this intriguing read 4.75 of 5.0 stars for storyline and characterization.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review. This in no way affected my opinion of this book.
September 18, 2020
3 brothers 3 books
Spirit of the Highlander lander Book 7
"Need to rewrite Destiny"
By Katy Baker
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Their clan is important to the MacAuley brothers. They made a deal with the fea to save their clan at the cost of their lives. Now it years later and no one remembers them. When Logan, the oldest brother and the Laird comes upon a women in the middle of the road he doesn't realize that his destiny is about to change.
Thea never realized her life would turn out the way it has. Taking pictures was her passion but she is having trouble getting people to take her serious. When she gets an offer to go to Scotland to take pictures of the wildlife, she jumps at it. But Irene has other plans for her.
I'm loving this series. I can't put it down.
Spirit of the Highlander lander Book 7
"Need to rewrite Destiny"
By Katy Baker
Kindle unlimited purchase
Their clan is important to the MacAuley brothers. They made a deal with the fea to save their clan at the cost of their lives. Now it years later and no one remembers them. When Logan, the oldest brother and the Laird comes upon a women in the middle of the road he doesn't realize that his destiny is about to change.
Thea never realized her life would turn out the way it has. Taking pictures was her passion but she is having trouble getting people to take her serious. When she gets an offer to go to Scotland to take pictures of the wildlife, she jumps at it. But Irene has other plans for her.
I'm loving this series. I can't put it down.
May 4, 2019
I loved Thea and Logan’s story. Thea finds herself whisked back in time to Scotland where she must figure out how she got there and how to get home. She finds that maybe going back is not want she truly wants. Logan is not your typical highlander, and all he wants is to keep Thea safe by sending her back, even if it means his heart is broken in the process.
This is an entertaining story and will keep you engaged. I can wait to find out what happens in Logan’s brothers stories.
This is an entertaining story and will keep you engaged. I can wait to find out what happens in Logan’s brothers stories.
November 1, 2018
I love this series! To me, this was one of the most suspenseful books in the series! Logan and his lost and fearful ways. Thea and her independent and adventurous ways. These 2 make a perfect combination! I love how Katy Baker keeps this series alive and ongoing. Highly recommend the entire series! You will not be disappointed in the least.
May 10, 2019
You know whatnot like about this series?
Each story can absolutely stand alone and each book has a different vibe and situation even though Irene is in each and her part is vital.
These are definitely worth reading.
Once I start one I don't put it down till I have am finished. Didn't sleep a night or two and was extremely tired at work. But worth it.
Each story can absolutely stand alone and each book has a different vibe and situation even though Irene is in each and her part is vital.
These are definitely worth reading.
Once I start one I don't put it down till I have am finished. Didn't sleep a night or two and was extremely tired at work. But worth it.
October 21, 2018
Pleased again
Once again I have been pleased with Katy Baker's Arch through time series!! Logan and Thea's story doesn't disappoint and the teaser at the end about two more McCauley brothers stories to come.!! I can't wait!! 😀
Once again I have been pleased with Katy Baker's Arch through time series!! Logan and Thea's story doesn't disappoint and the teaser at the end about two more McCauley brothers stories to come.!! I can't wait!! 😀
March 15, 2020
Loved It
Really enjoyed this book in the series. Thea fought for Logan and was determined to give him back his life. The old saying where there is will there is a way. Off to read the next book.
Really enjoyed this book in the series. Thea fought for Logan and was determined to give him back his life. The old saying where there is will there is a way. Off to read the next book.
June 11, 2020
Great Time Travel story.This was book seven of this series.Have read quite a few off them and enjoyed all.This one was Thea and Logan’s story.Fantastic.Thea was pulled through time by Irene MacAskill to save Logan.Will not spoil this story but do read all of these books.
June 13, 2020
Absolutely loved is!!! Time travel HEA!!
A brawny highlander caught in a conspiracy finds his love by sheer accident! A woman without family, takes a proffered job in Scotland when she was about out of funds & ends up tricked!
Enough!!
I don't want to ruin this wonderful story for others!!!!
A brawny highlander caught in a conspiracy finds his love by sheer accident! A woman without family, takes a proffered job in Scotland when she was about out of funds & ends up tricked!
Enough!!
I don't want to ruin this wonderful story for others!!!!
January 6, 2021
I am Hooked!
This Highlander series is just what this COVID-19 era has been calling for! One where Good destroys Evil, but allowing for some obstacles and Love along the way. So fun!
This Highlander series is just what this COVID-19 era has been calling for! One where Good destroys Evil, but allowing for some obstacles and Love along the way. So fun!
June 19, 2021
Enjoyable time travel book
Likeable characters and characters to hate.This book was not as enjoyable as Katy Maker's last book, as the storyline is fairly close to the one prior to Spirit of a Highlander.
Likeable characters and characters to hate.This book was not as enjoyable as Katy Maker's last book, as the storyline is fairly close to the one prior to Spirit of a Highlander.
July 12, 2021
I want to meet Irene
It is a good story.
I wish I could go back in time.
I love history and would like to see what things were like back in time.
A good story makes it easier when you know it can't happen. This is a good story.
It is a good story.
I wish I could go back in time.
I love history and would like to see what things were like back in time.
A good story makes it easier when you know it can't happen. This is a good story.
September 11, 2022
Whirlwind of magic
This book of the series set a bad Fae against our known Irene. A horrible curse has befallen the entire clan and it is up to our two lost characters to fix it all. I loved reading this book!
This book of the series set a bad Fae against our known Irene. A horrible curse has befallen the entire clan and it is up to our two lost characters to fix it all. I loved reading this book!
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February 8, 2024deserves no stars
I was hoping this time travel would be good but the storyline was so bad I wanted to stop after the 3 rd ch ! Went to the end and it was so cheesy and they drop you an over done sex scene at the very end . Don’t waste your time on this one .
I was hoping this time travel would be good but the storyline was so bad I wanted to stop after the 3 rd ch ! Went to the end and it was so cheesy and they drop you an over done sex scene at the very end . Don’t waste your time on this one .
April 23, 2024
Blasphemy
Well I actually read to chapter 4 ... At Which point the author decided to use the Lords name in vain....so another book deleted and another author I will not purchase from!
Well I actually read to chapter 4 ... At Which point the author decided to use the Lords name in vain....so another book deleted and another author I will not purchase from!
November 19, 2018
This is a new author for me and I loved this. Her books are standalone but also part of a series.These are time travel romances at their finest. Can't wait for more
January 9, 2019
Good
Another well written story about time travel and love!Interesting things about the characters and their families!I'm fully intend to read more
Another well written story about time travel and love!Interesting things about the characters and their families!I'm fully intend to read more
March 2, 2019
This time travel romance is excellent. It has adventure and mystery. I could not stop reading it.
June 15, 2019
Scottish Time travel love story
An enchanting story of love, and mystery, if fairies and enchantments. Written with humor, curiosity and a delve into history and tales.
An enchanting story of love, and mystery, if fairies and enchantments. Written with humor, curiosity and a delve into history and tales.
June 11, 2020
Loved it
I always enjoyed the Irene McCaskill character. I enjoyed the book so much that I read it in one sitting
I always enjoyed the Irene McCaskill character. I enjoyed the book so much that I read it in one sitting
June 16, 2020
The heroine used quite a bit of salty language for the time setting of the story.
June 19, 2020
Great
I 💘love highlanders. The men are always handsome and strong. I love Thea and Logan, and the other characters in this book.
I 💘love highlanders. The men are always handsome and strong. I love Thea and Logan, and the other characters in this book.
June 21, 2020
Nice typical Scottish highland time travel story. Who knew there was a formula? I enjoyed it.
July 3, 2020
Amazing
Intriguing and suspenseful. Love time travel ? A must read for the fans of Scotland Katy Baker is a Great author
Intriguing and suspenseful. Love time travel ? A must read for the fans of Scotland Katy Baker is a Great author
July 9, 2020
Good
It was a good story with a balance of romance and action. I liked the inclusion of the Fae and the curse.
It was a good story with a balance of romance and action. I liked the inclusion of the Fae and the curse.
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