Outlander (Outlander Series #1) by Diana Gabaldon

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#1NEW YORK TIMESBESTSELLER The first book in Diana Gabaldons acclaimed Outlander saga, the basis for the Starz original series. Dont miss the new Outlander novel,Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone,available November 23!One of the top ten best-loved novels in America, as seen on PBSsThe Great American Read!Unrivaled storytelling. Unforgettable characters. Rich historical detail. These are the hallmarks of Diana Gabaldons work. HerNew York Timesbestselling Outlander novels have earned the praise of critics and captured the hearts of millions of fans. Here is the story that started it all, introducing two remarkable characters, Claire Beauchamp Randall and Jamie Fraser, in a spellbinding novel of passion and history that combines exhilarating adventure with a love story for the ages.Scottish Highlands, 1945. Claire Randall, a former British combat nurse, is just back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon when she walks through a standing stone in one of the ancient circles that dot the British Isles. Suddenly she is a Sassenachan outlanderin a Scotland torn by war and raiding clans in the year of Our Lord . . . 1743.Claire is catapulted into the intrigues of a world that threatens her life, and may shatter her heart.

  • Product Features

    • Suggested age range - 3-7 Years
    • Format - Paperback
    • Product dimensions - 6.22" W x 9.38" H x 1.37" D
    • Genre - Fiction
    • Publisher - Random House Publishing Group, Publication Date - 08/10/1998
    • Page Count - 672
    • ISBN - 9780385319959

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Inkwitchery
2 months ago
from California

4 stars

OUTLANDER by Diana Gabaldon I have avoided reading this for forever because there are nine books (at way over 700+ pages each!) with a tenth in the works. However, I do love a challenge. This time of year calls for settling into lengthy novels. So, I figured now was as good a time as any to start the series. Firstly, this was an epic and intricately crafted story. I enjoyed the historical information about Scotland in the 18th century. The author did a great job at world building, incorporating historical context, and making the fantasy (time travel) believable. There are lot of characters to keep track of. I think it would have been helpful to have a character list at the beginning. In any case, once the story got going, it was easy enough to follow. As for the romance, I liked it for what it was. Claire and Jaime are an interesting duo. I enjoyed their banter, and the way their relationship developed. While I feel there was a lot more “spice” than necessary, I expected it. And poor Jaime! All that awful torture and trauma he endured —oof! Definitely check trigger warnings. Overall, this was a great start for the series. I was sucked into the story and was left wanting more. Looking forward to the next book! [ Note : I have absolutely no regrets listening to the audiobook in tandem. Excellent narration by Davina Porter. Loved hearing the Gaelic words/phrases — what a beautiful language! ] Rating: 4/5 ⭐️

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ElizabethL.M.
8 months ago

A STUNNING historical fantasy

The Outlander is a magical book that drew me in from the very first page! I experienced a range of emotions, and several heartfelt and dismal scenes evoked strong emotional responses. Diana Gabaldon is an incredible storyteller!

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BNStephanie04
4 years ago

There is truly something for every reader in this!

This book has beautifully accurate historical references all swept up within the world of time travel. Do not let the time travel deter you if you are not into that sort of story, that is just one of the many elements portrayed in this book. If you love romance, adventure, history, and a few (okay many) Scottish sayings, this is the book for you. The series as a whole is fantastic, but this first book will forever hold a special place in my heart!

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