Notes from Tabor Lane

The Ruby Brooch Book Trailer

2010-08-24T04:39:00.004-04:00

Following the tragic deaths of her parents in a crash she survives, pioneer-era reenactor and paramedic Kitherina MacKlenna discovers a trunk with a ruby brooch and a letter revealing family secrets. The brooch has mystical powers that transport her back to 1852 and a perilous two thousand mile journey along the Oregon Trail in search of her identity.

She boldly risks her life to save her traveling companions from accidents and disease. But it’s the passionate feelings Cullen Montgomery inspires that test her meddle and threaten her fragile heart. The last thing Cullen wants is a reckless, mule-headed female distracting him from his dream - a law practice and the perfect sweetheart waiting for him in California. But the pain he recognizes in Kit’s green eyes reflects his own deep-seated guilt.

Can he heal them both without falling in love with the woman who ignites his fury and stirs his passion? Or, will he lose his dream and his heart? Will she discover her identity and find the courage to love again in a time not her own? Or will she return to the safety of MacKlenna Farm leaving behind the man who owns her heart.

Kentucky Romance Writers

2009-07-19T08:59:00.020-04:00

Posted on Sun, Jul. 19, 2009

To read the complete article published in The Lexington Herald Leader on July 19, 2009, click the link below.

http://www.kentucky.com/964/story/866958

President Kathy Logan says the group of 43 authors is an eclectic bunch. There are extroverts and introverts, a diversity of characters and varied occupations. But they all share one passion.

"I think there's something about the personality that can sit all day and talk to imaginary people," she said of her writing colleagues. "Some people think we're crazy, but that's just part of the life of writing. I just love it."

Two Babies in a Year!

2008-12-15T15:24:00.013-05:00

Meredith Lyle

was born on Saturday, December 13 weighing in at 8lbs. 8oz. She arrived early - calling a halt to the birthday celebration planned for her daddy and three year old brother, Lincoln, both of whom were born on the 14th. The boys better watch out because this little chickadee isn't going to let them get ahead of her on anything at anytime!

Compared to Henry's birth this past May - this was a piece of cake. Labor started at 5:00 a.m. but progressed slowly. At 4:40 Lynn was only 5 cms dilated, but when they checked her again at 5:00 she was complete! Meredith might start slow but when she picks up speed - watch out!

While this was all happening in Northern Kentucky, Lorie waited patiently in NewYork City for news. What would we do without text messaging and emailing pictures. For Lynn this past Saturday, it would have meant being unable to share the excitment of her daughter's birth with her sister!

This is my third Christmas grandbaby in four years - and second grandbaby this year. Throw in a wonderful friends and a job I truly enjoy and what could possibly make the year any better? It has been a blessed year and one that I will always remember.

Kake's grandbabies!

2008-11-11T20:19:00.026-05:00

Picking a grandmother's name is a serious matter. Before Charlotte was born Lorie, Lynn and I decided on "Kake".

Since then little voices have called me on the phone, climbed in bed with me in the middle of the night, and given me lots of early morning hugs. They are precious, adorable children, and I love them with all my heart.

This Christmas I will have my fifth grandchild in four years! And, my third Christmas baby. God is awesome!

The top picture is of Charlotte, age 4; James (almost) 2, and Baby Henry. The dinosaur is Lincoln, (almost) 3.

The Ruby Brooch - a time-travel, historical romance

2008-09-06T17:41:00.015-04:00

"Tell me about your story . . ."

As an author, I am often asked about my work-in-progress. Instead of going on for five minutes about the story line, I've learned to narrow it down to a high concept statement:

The Ruby Brooch is an R-Rated "Little House on The Prairie" meeting "Somewhere In Time" with a "Perry Mason" moment.

After that high concept statement, I have a pitch:

From the twenty-first century white-planked fenced pastures of Lexington, Kentucky, to the nineteenth century Oregon Trail, Katherine Lowry Logan weaves a story rich in detail and mystery and takes us on one woman’s journey of recovery and discovery as she searches for her true identity.

Following the tragic death of her parents and fiancé, Kitherina MacKlenna discovers an antique trunk. Inside is an exquisite, hand-made Chantilly lace shawl monogrammed with an M, and a Celtic brooch made of Iona marble with a stop-light red ruby in the center. The brooch has mystical powers that transport Kit back to the nineteenth century along the Oregon Trail. The dangers Kit faces along the way do nothing to distract her from the grief and guilt she carries. Though she willingly risks her life to save her traveling companions, when faced with Cullen Montgomery’s over-protectiveness and the passionate feelings he inspires, Kit finds her nerve crumbling. Is she brave enough to love again, or live permanently in a time not her own?

Cullen Montgomery is a quintessential Renaissance man. The last thing he needs is a reckless, mule-headed female distracting him from his legal career and the sweetheart waiting for him in California. But the pain he recognizes in Kit's green eyes reflects his own deep-seated guilt. Can he heal them both without falling in love with the woman who stirs his passion, ignites his fury, and confounds his logic? Or will he lose everything along the Oregon Trail, including his heart?

And after the pitch, I say . . . “I'll send you an Amazon link when the book is available! I hope you'll enjoy it.”

The Scottish Clan Montgomery

2008-07-30T15:43:00.036-04:00

The hero in THE RUBY BROOCH is Cullen Montgomery. I decided on Cullen's name for a couple of reasons. My grandson, James Cullen, is named after his great-great-great-grandfather, Thomas Cullen, who was part of the 1916 Easter Uprising in Dublin, which eventually led to the foundation of the Free State of Ireland and then to the Republic. During the uprising, he was stationed at the Four Courts, which saw heavy fighting. He was also a member of the Celtic Literary Society.

The name Montgomery is from my side of the family and dates back to Major John Montgomery born in 1670. Major Montgomery's grandson, John, immigrated from Ulster to America in 1720 and married Esther Houston. They settled in Augusta County, Virginia. Their daughter, Dorcus Montgomery, married John Edmondson Lowry. Dorcus was my great-great-great- grandmother.

The name Montgomery dates back to Norman times. The clan name first appeared in Scotland in the 12^th Century.

For more information check out the Clan Montgomery Society.

Blessings

2008-06-14T10:35:00.027-04:00

On Saturday, May 24 at 8:45 a.m., my son-in-law called to tell me that my daughter's water had broken and they were at the hospital ready to deliver their third child six weeks early. Within two hours I was on a plane to New York City. I arrived at 4:00 p.m., and Baby Henry was born three hours later then spent the next sixteen days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Presbyterian-Cornell Hospital.

While Baby Henry was never in a life-threatening situation, his tiny body was subjected to needles, x-rays and ultrasounds, and the dreaded blue lights that kept his tiny eyes hidden behind protective goggles. I watched my daughter and son-in-law remain calm in the face of uncertainty as the doctors and nursing staff reported on his breathing problem that appeared to be a normal condition for premature babies.

As a parent, I wanted to do everything I could to protect my child, to fight for my child, to fix the problem for my child. But if I had done so, the natural order of things would have been disrupted. It was time for me to step back and let my child fight the battles for her child.

My role was to be a friend, to offer a shoulder to lean on, to keep the lines of communication open to those not able to be at the hospital, to take care of the other children, to pray, and to just be there - for just such a time as this.

Henry is home now with his sister, Charlotte, and brother, James. To be so blessed is overwhelming!