Diana Gabaldon
One of my favorite authors, I am a big fan of her Outlander series. The first book, Outlander is the best, imho, but I have enjoyed the other 3 books immensely and I am looking forward to the 5th book.
The series follows the story of Claire Randall and Jamie Fraser. In 1945, Claire, while visiting Scotland touches a boulder in an ancient stone circle and is transported back in time to 1743 Scotland. There she meets Jamie Fraser, a Highlander. I won't give away more than that.
These books are usually found in the romance novel section, but in my opinion are not of the genre. These stories are big adventures that reach out and grab you. You really feel like you know the characters. It's nearly impossible to put these books down once you get started.
To learn more about Diana Gabaldon and the Outlander series follow these links below:
Diana Gabaldon Home Page - This is the official home page and has lots of information about the author and the series.
Visit the Ladies of Lallybroch message board. A wonderful group of ladies (and laddies) who love the Outlander series. Come Join us!
Through the Stones Webring - Visit some excellent fan pages of the series
Through the Stones - The homepage for the webring and mailing list. A really nice site!
Links to the Outlander
Series
Books
The books are listed in series order.
Outlander
Dragonfly in Amber
Voyager
Drums of Autumn
The Outlandish Companion - A companion book to the series that is due to be out soon. Click on the link for more information or visit Diana's homepage (click on the link above).
For more information about Scotland visit my Scotland Page.
For more information about Clan Fraser visit their web site.
If you enjoy Outlander and are looking for something to read until the fifth book is out (besides reading the series over and over (BG)) check out these titles. Some of them I have not read yet but have purchased. Most have been recommended by ladies on the Outlander fan lists and boards.
Jennifer Roberson wrote two books I have read recently Lady of the Glen and Lady of the Forest. Click on the link to find out more about them.
Into the Wilderness by Sara Donati. A novel that takes place around the same time Jamie & Claire are in America. They are also mentioned in the book!
Here Be Dragons by Sharon Kay Penman, a Welsh story, this is the first in a series of three.
If you have any suggestions, comments about a book or the author listed here, books you would recommend, please E-Mail Me or Sign my Guestbook and let me know. Thanks!
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