Open the Diary… If You Dare: Discover The Diary of Derek Drummond

Some stories whisper to you.

Others linger long after you’ve turned the final page.

And then there are those rare books that feel as though they’ve been waiting patiently for you to find them.

The Diary of Derek Drummond by Katelyn Emilia Novak is one of those stories.

Darkly atmospheric and steeped in Scottish folklore, this sweeping gothic fantasy invites readers into the mind of a man who has spent more than a century haunted by the choices of his past. Part supernatural romance, part meditation on grief and redemption, this is a novel for readers who believe that even the most cursed souls deserve a second chance.

Inside the Diary

An immortal soul. A forgotten curse. A love that rewrites fate.

Once, Derek Drummond was a proud Scottish nobleman.

Now, after 124 years trapped between the worlds of light and shadow, he has become little more than a ghost drifting through history.

Time has stolen everything from him.

Hope.

Purpose.

Love.

Until Megan MacKenzie enters his life.

With her quiet determination and compassionate heart, Megan sees something in Derek that he thought had vanished long ago.

Humanity.

But the past has sharp teeth.

Old ghosts refuse to remain buried.

Ancient curses are not easily broken.

And opening your heart after more than a century of loneliness may prove to be the most terrifying challenge of all.

Told entirely through Derek’s voice, this beautifully written gothic fantasy carries readers from the wild cliffs of Scotland to London’s rain-soaked streets, weaving together folklore, romance, and the enduring hope that we can all be forgiven.

Why Readers Will Love This Book

🖤 Gothic Atmosphere

🏴 Scottish Setting

📖 Written Entirely Through Derek’s Diary

🌙 Supernatural Elements

❤️ Slow-Build Romance

👻 Haunted by the Past

✨ Themes of Redemption and Forgiveness

🕯️ Poetic, Emotional Storytelling

📚 Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven fantasy

Meet the Author

Katelyn Emilia Novak is an entrepreneur, traveller, and author with a passion for storytelling inspired by Scotland’s rich mythology and history.

Having lived across Europe and fluent in five languages, Katelyn brings a global perspective to her writing while remaining deeply connected to the landscapes and legends that shape Derek’s world.

Now based in London, she continues to combine her entrepreneurial spirit with her love of crafting immersive fantasy stories that stay with readers long after the final page.

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A Question for Readers

If you were granted immortality, would you embrace endless time… or fear what you might lose along the way?

It’s a question Derek Drummond has had 124 years to consider.

Should You Add This to Your TBR?

If you love books that blend gothic romance with fantasy, offer beautifully flawed characters, and explore what it truly means to be seen and accepted, then The Diary of Derek Drummond deserves a place on your bookshelf.

After all, some diaries are never meant to remain closed.

Happy reading!

Kelly & The Love Books Tours Team

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