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Capturing the Cavedweller's Heart
Archaeologist Hannah Clayton has the unique talent of clearly imagining the past as she unearths artifacts in the present. When she stumbles across a cave with a wall of hidden petroglyphs, she’s giddy with excitement. At least until a man dressed like a caveman appears out of nowhere and scares her witless. Inexplicably drawn to the cavedweller who calls himself Thor, Hannah has to decide if he’s involved in an elaborate hoax or if he’s a walking miracle. Thor is unlike any man she’s ever encountered. From the moment they meet, she knows nothing will ever be the same. He acts as though he adores her, makes her laugh, and fills her world with more joy than her heart can hold. But are the bonds they share strong enough to keep Thor beside her and prevent his return to the past? A sweet romance, Capturing the Cavedweller’s Heart takes readers on a lighthearted journey sprinkled with tidbits of history and wrapped in the hope of lasting love. With our 25th wedding anniversary rapidly approaching, I wanted to give my beloved Captain Cavedweller something special, something unique. But what? After several days of mulling over various options, the idea for this story popped into my thoughts. I hope, dear reader, it will bring you smiles and warm your heart.
206 pages, Paperback
Published November 27, 2018
About the author
Shanna Hatfield
160 books1,344 followersA hopeless romantic with a bit of sarcasm thrown in for good measure, Shanna Hatfield is a best-selling author of clean romantic fiction written with a healthy dose of humor.
In addition to blogging and eating too much chocolate, she is completely smitten with her husband, lovingly known as Captain Cavedweller.
Shanna creates character-driven romances with realistic heroes and heroines. Her historical westerns have been described as “reminiscent of the era captured by Bonanza and The Virginian” while her contemporary works have been called “laugh-out-loud funny, and a little heart-pumping sexy without being explicit in any way.”
She is a member of Western Writers of America, Women Writing the West, and Romance Writers of America.
To learn more about Shanna or the books she writes, visit her blog http://shannahatfield.com
or find out news at her facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/shanna.hatfield
In addition to blogging and eating too much chocolate, she is completely smitten with her husband, lovingly known as Captain Cavedweller.
Shanna creates character-driven romances with realistic heroes and heroines. Her historical westerns have been described as “reminiscent of the era captured by Bonanza and The Virginian” while her contemporary works have been called “laugh-out-loud funny, and a little heart-pumping sexy without being explicit in any way.”
She is a member of Western Writers of America, Women Writing the West, and Romance Writers of America.
To learn more about Shanna or the books she writes, visit her blog http://shannahatfield.com
or find out news at her facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/shanna.hatfield
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April 27, 2019
Oh my goodness, I just loved this sweet, humorous, fairytale style book by Shanna Hatfield! I don't believe there is a genre she can't write beautifully. What a tribute to her husband and their amazing love story. Thor and Hannah's story will forever be in my heart and what a unique story line with a huge twist at the end! Beautifully written, great historical and archaeological facts, just a wonderful journey! Thank you Shanna Hatfield, my heart is full and happy after this fun read!
May 10, 2020
2.5 stars
December 19, 2018
Oh my I don’t know if I can begin to write how much this book touched me!! This book was amazing awesome excellent just all around wonderful. It just may be my favorite Shanna Hatfield book yet. I just know her husband has to be on cloud nine with such a wonderful testament of her love for her very own Captain Cavedweller. This book truly touch me deep in my soul and will forever be imbedded in my heart. Happy Anniversary to Shanna and the real CC!!!
January 3, 2019
Thor, clan chief from 10,000 BC, retreats into his hidden cave to fashion more petroglyphs when he stumbles upon the most beautiful woman he has ever encountered. She is wearing garments he has never seen before. Archeologist Hannah Clayton is searching the same cave looking for ancient artifacts and never in her wildest dreams does she expect to discover Thor, an artifact who is very much alive! Thus begins this romantic adventure of time-travel, discovery, attraction and eventually love. Hannah is portrayed by the author as lovely, intelligent, curious and very much take-charge. Cave man Thor, on the other hand, is impossible to categorize but everyone he meets in his quest for present day awareness is touched by his gentle and lovable personality. How author Shanna Hatfield interweaves Hannah and Thor together is a testament to her creative versatility. What initially should have been a lightweight read full of improbable fill-in-the-blanks whimsy turned out to be anything but that. I hung on every page full of humor, suspense, and the ever-growing love between the heroine and hero. For this incurable romantic this book now demands a sequel!
April 7, 2019
Shanna Hatfield employs skillful subtlety in revealing the evolution of Thor’s ideas about women and children, masculinity, and love.
Read full review in the 2019 April issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2019 April issue of InD'tale Magazine.
December 18, 2018
You know you’ve found an author with many, many talents when they can embrace any genre of writing, like it’s second nature.
Shanna Hatfield has an amazing talent and imagination. She can entertain her readers with historical stories that grip your heart, contemporary plots that have you laughing, make you scratch your head figuring out a mystery, and now an amazing love story with a time-travel theme intertwined.
Capturing The Cavedweller’s Heart, dedicated to her husband of 25 years, is such an inspiring book of fate, perfect timing, and powerful love.
Thor and Hannah have swept me away in this beautiful romance, honoring such a wonderful couple and the loving attraction that bonded them.
“He had a keen mind, of that she had no doubt. Her concern was whether he was a bad guy with the gift for acting, a man out of his mind, or by some miracle, a cavedweller from the past.”
This is the most amazing love story I’ve ever read. Truly heartfelt, mesmerizing, and all inspiring!!!!
Shanna Hatfield has an amazing talent and imagination. She can entertain her readers with historical stories that grip your heart, contemporary plots that have you laughing, make you scratch your head figuring out a mystery, and now an amazing love story with a time-travel theme intertwined.
Capturing The Cavedweller’s Heart, dedicated to her husband of 25 years, is such an inspiring book of fate, perfect timing, and powerful love.
Thor and Hannah have swept me away in this beautiful romance, honoring such a wonderful couple and the loving attraction that bonded them.
“He had a keen mind, of that she had no doubt. Her concern was whether he was a bad guy with the gift for acting, a man out of his mind, or by some miracle, a cavedweller from the past.”
This is the most amazing love story I’ve ever read. Truly heartfelt, mesmerizing, and all inspiring!!!!
December 18, 2018
I truly enjoyed reading this book.
It's a heartwarming & touching
time-travel romance.
10,000 BC, Thor, the leader of his clan, took a walk alone. He came upon a cave.
As he looks around, Thor hears a beautiful singing voice. As he followed the voice, he finds a woman. She was dressed different from him. Hannah, an archaeologist, was shocked to see a man in the cave. He looked like a cross between a homeless man or a caveman.
The story is about Thor & Hannah. Two people from different times. As they spent time together, & their attraction grows, Thor & Hannah, learn about each other's life.
I found how 10,000 BC was described, interesting.
I loved everything about the story!
It's a heartwarming & touching
time-travel romance.
10,000 BC, Thor, the leader of his clan, took a walk alone. He came upon a cave.
As he looks around, Thor hears a beautiful singing voice. As he followed the voice, he finds a woman. She was dressed different from him. Hannah, an archaeologist, was shocked to see a man in the cave. He looked like a cross between a homeless man or a caveman.
The story is about Thor & Hannah. Two people from different times. As they spent time together, & their attraction grows, Thor & Hannah, learn about each other's life.
I found how 10,000 BC was described, interesting.
I loved everything about the story!
January 27, 2019
This is cute and fun story and I loved every bit of it. Ms. Hatfield surely knows how to capture a reader’s attention from the beginning to the end.
This time travel story is a first that I am aware of for Ms. Hatfield, and I think it was done in a very and creative new way.
She creative great characters, a great story line, and everything you want in a great romance.
I have loved every story I have read from this author and this is another fantastic and such a fun read that I highly recommend it. I highly recommend all of her stories historical and contemporary. All fantastic and so worth your money and time. You will not regret it at all.
This time travel story is a first that I am aware of for Ms. Hatfield, and I think it was done in a very and creative new way.
She creative great characters, a great story line, and everything you want in a great romance.
I have loved every story I have read from this author and this is another fantastic and such a fun read that I highly recommend it. I highly recommend all of her stories historical and contemporary. All fantastic and so worth your money and time. You will not regret it at all.
March 25, 2021
Sweet and charming love story
While this book first made me think of the 90's flick, Encino Man, it is so much better than that goofy film! I enjoyed the great thought and depth of detail that Shanna put into having the lead character, Hannah, describing modern life to the prehistoric cavedweller, Thor. As a mom to a toddler, I can see some similarities between Hannah teaching Thor about everyday objects we often take for granted and how I teach my son about the world around us. As Hannah and Thor get to know each other, it's sweet to watch their love story unfold. This was another great read from one of my new favorite authors!
While this book first made me think of the 90's flick, Encino Man, it is so much better than that goofy film! I enjoyed the great thought and depth of detail that Shanna put into having the lead character, Hannah, describing modern life to the prehistoric cavedweller, Thor. As a mom to a toddler, I can see some similarities between Hannah teaching Thor about everyday objects we often take for granted and how I teach my son about the world around us. As Hannah and Thor get to know each other, it's sweet to watch their love story unfold. This was another great read from one of my new favorite authors!
January 21, 2019
Sweet, humorous read
This book was awesome. I loved Hannah and Thor and their story was fun, silly, innocent and memorable. Although I’m not sure how I wanted the book to end, I was maybe hoping for a slightly different ending. It had a satisfying end that didn’t create any time-loop problems but I wanted something else. Without spoilers, that’s really all I can say about it. Regardless, I would recommend this book and will likely read it again!
This book was awesome. I loved Hannah and Thor and their story was fun, silly, innocent and memorable. Although I’m not sure how I wanted the book to end, I was maybe hoping for a slightly different ending. It had a satisfying end that didn’t create any time-loop problems but I wanted something else. Without spoilers, that’s really all I can say about it. Regardless, I would recommend this book and will likely read it again!
February 4, 2019
Capturing the Cavedweller's Heart!
Oh what fun this book was! This is a Time Travel by one of my favorite authors, written in her usual style of a clean, sweet and humorous romance. Enjoyed the original storyline, along with the characters I grew to love. The ending surprised me, which brought tears to my eyes along with a sigh, knowing it was the perfect ending for this book. Well done, Shanna Hatfield. JudyE
Oh what fun this book was! This is a Time Travel by one of my favorite authors, written in her usual style of a clean, sweet and humorous romance. Enjoyed the original storyline, along with the characters I grew to love. The ending surprised me, which brought tears to my eyes along with a sigh, knowing it was the perfect ending for this book. Well done, Shanna Hatfield. JudyE
December 21, 2018
Wow!
What a remarkable and interesting journey back in time. Another well written story by the author. Love the storyline which is different. The characters are refreshingly different. The story has its humourus moments as well as serious ones. Another hit for the author. Loved it!
What a remarkable and interesting journey back in time. Another well written story by the author. Love the storyline which is different. The characters are refreshingly different. The story has its humourus moments as well as serious ones. Another hit for the author. Loved it!
May 30, 2019
Thor and Hannah's Story and the Scot Thorson who came to save her heart
Shanna Hatfield you made me laugh groan pant green with jealousy and cry. My heart just broke at the end. Then you went and done it again. There is no surprise you cannot pull off. Thank you. Bless you and CC.
Shanna Hatfield you made me laugh groan pant green with jealousy and cry. My heart just broke at the end. Then you went and done it again. There is no surprise you cannot pull off. Thank you. Bless you and CC.
December 19, 2018
Great
Shanna Hatfield can write any genre she wants and it will be an informative interesting and amazing book. A great love spans all time. I enjoyed this book and her love for her husband is felt as you read it
Shanna Hatfield can write any genre she wants and it will be an informative interesting and amazing book. A great love spans all time. I enjoyed this book and her love for her husband is felt as you read it
December 21, 2018
Beautiful
True love story filled with sparks and humor and the imagery inspired by imagination in words that flow into a panorama. Impossible to put down. Plus a couple of old friends sneak in to surprise the reader.
True love story filled with sparks and humor and the imagery inspired by imagination in words that flow into a panorama. Impossible to put down. Plus a couple of old friends sneak in to surprise the reader.
December 29, 2018
Delightful
Delightful romance inspired by the author's own love. Some humorous scenes which prove human nature is consistent throughout time. A touching ending, probably the best part of the story.
Delightful romance inspired by the author's own love. Some humorous scenes which prove human nature is consistent throughout time. A touching ending, probably the best part of the story.
December 28, 2020
this is a wonderful story, she is working in a cave and thor wonders in, from the past if you like romance you will love the story. I was given a copy of the book but this is an honest review if you have read any of her books you will like this one
February 19, 2021
To find such a love!
I laughed often and out loud reading this, but most of all I cried. Call me a sappy old lady but to find a love like Thor and Hannah did and then for it to end like it did my eyes didn’t just leak. They gushed. We all need a love like Thor and Hannah had.
I laughed often and out loud reading this, but most of all I cried. Call me a sappy old lady but to find a love like Thor and Hannah did and then for it to end like it did my eyes didn’t just leak. They gushed. We all need a love like Thor and Hannah had.
February 24, 2021
As crazy as the story started, I loved the way it grabbed me. It dragged a little for me in the middle. The ending was magical though. It didn’t end like I thought it would, but it was fitting. Book gifted to me.
February 25, 2021
Capturing the Cavedweller’s Heart
If the rating went higher than 5, I would give this book a higher rating. What a funny and captivating story. I’m not much on time travel but I’ll make this one exception. Read this book girls!!
If the rating went higher than 5, I would give this book a higher rating. What a funny and captivating story. I’m not much on time travel but I’ll make this one exception. Read this book girls!!
March 11, 2021
Wow!
At first I wasn't too sure about this because I don't usually read this trope. I was drawn into the story and was upset with the inevitable ending. As usual, Shanna left me with a happy ending. Y'all must read this book!
At first I wasn't too sure about this because I don't usually read this trope. I was drawn into the story and was upset with the inevitable ending. As usual, Shanna left me with a happy ending. Y'all must read this book!
May 8, 2023
Capturing the Cavedweller's Heart
Awwwwwe! That was so not what I was expecting!I don't know whether I want to hug Shanna Hatfield or stomp her big toe! I don't do spoilers so, you'll have to go see why for yourself! ;-)
Awwwwwe! That was so not what I was expecting!I don't know whether I want to hug Shanna Hatfield or stomp her big toe! I don't do spoilers so, you'll have to go see why for yourself! ;-)
May 6, 2026
Thor
This is a wonderful little Love story, I’m glad my wife introduced me to Shanna, I really enjoyed the honesty & strength of Thor as he & Hannah dealt with their dilemma, with a nice splash of humour thrown in. I look forward to finding more treasures of Shanna
This is a wonderful little Love story, I’m glad my wife introduced me to Shanna, I really enjoyed the honesty & strength of Thor as he & Hannah dealt with their dilemma, with a nice splash of humour thrown in. I look forward to finding more treasures of Shanna
January 5, 2019
I only give 5 stars to books I read more than once so that may happen soon, this book was that good.
February 23, 2019
Fun read
Another great one from the fertile creativity of Shanna Hatfield. The possibilities of contrasting times and perspectives is always intriguing. Enjoy 💜
Another great one from the fertile creativity of Shanna Hatfield. The possibilities of contrasting times and perspectives is always intriguing. Enjoy 💜
April 22, 2020
Fun, clean time travel romance
This was a fun, clean time travel romance. The last couple of chapters were both sad and good. I wish there had been some sort of epilogue.
This was a fun, clean time travel romance. The last couple of chapters were both sad and good. I wish there had been some sort of epilogue.
February 20, 2021
What a fun book! It's a quick read, and Hatfield handles the time jump really well!
April 14, 2022
Very creative story writing… Modern-day Hannah meets cave dweller Thor. In an unlikely story about falling in love in different time dimensions. Enjoy!
March 19, 2020
Great book! This is a wonderful funny and sweet romance. Don't let the words "time travel" keep you from reading! Your heart breaks because you think you know how it will end. Shanna Hatfield has done a wonderful job in weaving the characters, emotions and history. Don't miss it!
September 24, 2023
Shanna Hatfield wrote Capturing The Cavedweller's Heart as a 25th wedding anniversary gift to her husband. While it is a light, fanciful romance, it does have a surprise ending. The story also contains interesting historical facts and several characters and locations from other books.
I purchased a Kindle and paperback copy of this book.
I purchased a Kindle and paperback copy of this book.
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