Outlander

Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

After being separated due to their jobs in World War II, native brits Claire Randall and her husband Frank decide to rekindle their marriage on a second honeymoon in rural Scotland. But when Claire accidentally travels back in time through the magical rocks at Craigh na Dun almost 200 years prior her world is turned upside down.  Now Claire is forced to travel with Clan MacKenzie as an English captive in a time vastly different from her own.  This time is no place for a woman, even more so an English woman while the two countries are at war. Claire is desperate to make it back to her own time but after meeting James Fraser a man determined to protect her she is torn between going back to her home and creating a new home with the fierce warrior but tender hearted Fraser.  

I give this novel a 10 out of 10


Now don't let the size of this book intimidate you, it may have the weight of the bible but the story inside is just so worth it.  I got these books from my sister about 4 years ago and the size intimidated me so they collected dust ever since till one day I decided to pick it up and read it.  I am so glad I gave it a chance because it has now become one of my favorite books of all time.  It is a beautiful piece of historical fiction.  It's such a well rounded story, thrilling and filled with heart stopping suspense along with one of the most beautiful love stories that I've ever had the pleasure to read.  And the clear research and time Gabaldon put into her work is so incredibly impressive it allows you to accept the beautifully constructed world of Claire and Jamie. The characters are so real you fall in love with them and hate them and feel their pain.  I recommend this book to anyone male or female looking for a story that will work itself deeply into your heart and stay with you for longer than you could ever imagine.  It is definitely worth the read.
Stay tuned for the 2nd installment of the Outlander series Dragonfly in Amber.