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'Scotland's answer to Game of Thrones' HERALD

THE FIRST NOVEL IN THE BESTSELLING OUTLANDER SERIES, as seen on Amazon Prime

Now available to preorder: Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone, the long-awaited latest book in the Outlander series
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What if your future lay in the past?

1946, and Claire Randall goes to the Scottish Highlands with her husband Frank. It's a second honeymoon, a chance to re-establish their loving marriage. But one afternoon, Claire walks through a circle of standing stones and vanishes into 1743, where the first person she meets is a British army officer - her husband's six-times great-grandfather.

Unfortunately, Black Jack Randall is not the man his descendant is, and while trying to escape him, Claire falls into the hands of a gang of Scottish outlaws, and finds herself a Sassenach - an outlander - in danger from both Jacobites and Redcoats.

Marooned amid danger, passion and violence, her only chance of safety lies in Jamie Fraser, a gallant young Scots warrior. What begins in compulsion becomes urgent need, and Claire finds herself torn between two very different men, in two irreconcilable lives.
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With more than 20,000 5-star ratings on Amazon and 25 million copies sold worldwide, OUTLANDER is among the most popular book series of all time. Begin your journey into the Highland past here...

(Previously published as Cross Stitch)

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Praise for Diana Gabaldon's Outlander novels

"Marvelous and fantastic adventures, romance, sex . . . perfect escape reading."--San Francisco Chronicle, on Outlander

"History comes deliciously alive on the page."--New York Daily News, on Outlander

"Gabaldon is a born storyteller. . . . The pages practically turn themselves."--The Arizona Republic, on Dragonfly in Amber

"Triumphant . . . Her use of historical detail and a truly adult love story confirm Gabaldon as a superior writer."--Publishers Weekly, on Voyager

"Unforgettable characters . . . richly embroidered with historical detail."--The Cincinnati Post, on Drums of Autumn

"A grand adventure written on a canvas that probes the heart, weighs the soul and measures the human spirit across [centuries]."--CNN, on The Fiery Cross

"The large scope of the novel allows Gabaldon to do what she does best, paint in exquisite detail the lives of her characters."--Booklist, on A Breath of Snow and Ashes

"Features all the passion and swashbuckling that fans of this historical fantasy series have come to expect."--People, on Written in My Own Heart's Blood

--This text refers to the paperback edition.

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CLAIRE RANDALL IS LEADING A DOUBLE LIFE. SHE HAS A HUSBAND IN ONE CENTURY, AND A LOVER IN ANOTHER....

In 1945, Claire Randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon -- when she innocently touches a boulder in one of the ancient stone circles that dot the British Isles. Suddenly she is a Sassenach -- an "outlander" -- in a Scotland torn by war and raiding border clans in the year of our Lord...1743.

Hurled back in time by forces she cannot understand, Claire's destiny is soon inextricably intertwined with Clan MacKenzie and the forbidding Castle Leoch. She is catapulted without warning into the intrigues of lairds and spies that may threaten her life...and shatter her heart. For here, James Fraser, a gallant young Scots warrior, shows her a passion so fierce and a love so absolute that Claire becomes a woman torn between fidelity and desire...and between two vastly different men in two irreconcilable lives.

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Claire Randall is leading a double life. She has a husband in one century, and a lover in another...
In 1945, Claire Randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon--when she innocently touches a boulder in one of the ancient stone circles that dot the British Isles. Suddenly she is a Sassenach--an "outlander"--in a Scotland torn by war and raiding border clans in the year of our Lord...1743.
Hurled back in time by forces she cannot understand, Claire's destiny in soon inextricably intertwined with Clan MacKenzie and the forbidden Castle Leoch. She is catapulted without warning into the intrigues of lairds and spies that may threaten her life ...and shatter her heart. For here, James Fraser, a gallant young Scots warrior, shows her a passion so fierce and a love so absolute that Claire becomes a woman torn between fidelity and desire...and between two vastly different men in two irreconcilable lives. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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THE FIRST NOVEL IN THE BESTSELLING OUTLANDER SERIES. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

About the Author

Diana Gabaldon is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular Outlander novels--Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, Drums of Autumn, The Fiery Cross, A Breath of Snow and Ashes (for which she won a Quill Award and the Corine International Book Prize), An Echo in the Bone, Written in My Own Heart's Blood, and Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone--as well as the related Lord John Grey books, Lord John and the Private Matter, Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade, Lord John and the Hand of Devils, and The Scottish Prisoner; a collection of novellas, Seven Stones to Stand or Fall; three works of nonfiction, "I Give You My Body . . ." and The Outlandish Companion, Volumes 1 and 2; the Outlander graphic novel The Exile; and The Official Outlander Coloring Book. She lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with her husband. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005E87VRS
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cornerstone Digital; 1st edition (31 August 2011)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 882 pages

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Diana Gabaldon is the internationally bestselling author of many historical novels including Cross Stitch, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, Drums of Autumn, The Fiery Cross and A Breath of Snow Ashes. She lives with her family in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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G. E. Melone

SCOTTISH HISTORY WITH SOME FLAIR

Reviewed in Australia on 13 May 2016

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I could not put this book down! I loved the characters, the sense of place, the outrageously impossible premise and the series of events that unfolded as I took rather large size bites out of this enormously long book. Pages literally flew by- thank goodness for Kindle or I would have had carpel tunnel syndrome by the end.

This is a tale that has so many enticing aspects: history, romance, adventure, a little bit of violence and a lot of sex. [Having also seen Series 1 of the excellent tv series, I now understand what they mean by it being a bodess ripper]. I don't normally read books like this, but a friend told me about them and I was intrigued by the time travel aspect. And then, like the proverbial first drag on a ciggie, or puff on a joint or sip of some whiskey, I was addicted. I even found myself researching the times and the Jacobite uprising and the clans. I can see why there are clubs that swoon over Scottish history.
I also highly recommend the TV series, which is pretty faithful to the books. If you decide to take on Ms Gabaldon's Outlander series -where does she find the time to wash up or cook tea?- settle in for a long engagement. It takes true commitment, but so far well worth it.

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Angela Harrison

Exceptional!

Reviewed in Australia on 29 August 2021

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Yes, I read with intrigue and the dialogue is in keeping with the performance in the serials taking us into the 1700's Bonny Scotland, the Clans and the Jacobite rising where sorcery and witchcraft is exchanged by Clare's knowledge in Medicinal potions and medical practices from the 20th century and love reading how the mysteries unfold from this era.... the romantic interludes between Clare and Jamie, and how the Clans fight and try to protect their rights in brutal battles and slaughters maintaining their masterful and heroic stature for their beloved land, Scotland.

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Possy2012

There are no words for Jamie Fraser.

Reviewed in Australia on 17 April 2015

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Wow, just wow. As someone who has never read anything slightly historical i was a little worried going in but i was curious. This blew my mind in so many ways.
Its passionate, original, and engaging. It leaves you wanting more and even after reading the 800 odd pages i had not had enough. I havent seen the show but might look into it now.
Jamie, Jamie, Jamie. What can i say. "Sassenach" is used so often and yet so kindly from his mouth. He is strong, grounded and truly a great character, he is pretty darn near perfect.
Claire is strong willed, determined and she adapts so well. I liked her character a lot, her voice didnt annoy me and i think her reactions and way of coping were brilliantly written.
I look forward to continuing on with this series.

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SusanF7758

Highly recommended series.

Reviewed in Australia on 18 December 2021

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Love the books as much as the tv series. There are several changes in the series to the books but nothing to spoil a good read from start to finish. BUT you can’t stop at book one, so sit back with a cuppa & lose yourself & enjoy.

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Deirdre Robinson

Brilliant love story

Reviewed in Australia on 14 February 2020

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The historical content is interesting and the concept of time travel fascinating. Then there is the romance between two independent people which flourishes through many adverse situations.

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anne smith

Gabaldon writes in the first person for Claire and uses ...

Reviewed in Australia on 16 November 2014

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Gabaldon writes in the first person for Claire and uses much historical reference to actual events which I found fascinating being a fan of the genre. The writing is descriptive and compelling - often starting with the end scenario and then going back over the details that led to the event. Claire's romance with Jamie is sublime and I must admit 'The Wedding' chapter is singularly one of the most romantic I have ever read and was extremely well interpreted in the TV series (if not improved upon). I am currently reading the other books in the series and enjoying the deep delving into the Jacobite revolution and the slave trading of the era. I have seen others compare this to Ken Follets 'Pillars of the Earth' and they are correct with the comparison of lives constantly beset by tragedies. It also has a similarity to 'Fire and Ice' except we're only following the two main characters as they roam the countryside of the north and not the GOT cast of thousands.

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disturbing

Reviewed in Australia on 21 November 2021

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I found this book disturbing as there was a lot of fixation on violent sex and violent punishment in general - seemed to be the over-riding theme. Also felt there was a lot of waffle. If you don't like this sort of thing, I would avoid this book.

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Time travel - spicy, violent, intriguing

Reviewed in Australia on 13 May 2015

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A very long book, and at times I just wanted the author to get on with the story, but an engaging tale about time travel and life in the Scottish highlands 200 years ago. Violent, passionate, it has a lot of elements to the story - although it tended to get unbelievable towards the end.
Looking forward to reading the next instalment.

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Sophy's Mum

For lovers of Romantic ficition

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 July 2018

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Loathe as I am to review a book on Amazon due to my review of the Twilight books being viciously slated by another Amazon customer - the teen interest books were simply not meant for him (a man in his 40s!). That aside, here is my review, and if you aren't interested in romantic fiction then don't bother reading them.

I saw the TV series of this last year and thought that, like most book adaptations, they would have missed a lot of interesting information out for dramatic purposes. Thus I bought the book (along with 2 and 3). I love Scotland, but was fairly ignorant of the Rising and subsequent Highland Clearances, so this book brought the history to life, without being like the boring history text books of my youth. There are a lot of elements to interest you, time travel, romance (both hetero and gay) and adventure. There is a reason that this series of books are best sellers, they are well written and keep you turning the pages. Personally speaking, I love them, and have just ordered 4,5 and 6.

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Emily

A Great Book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 July 2018

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This was a great read. I didn't see the Outlander series before I read this book, and I'm glad that I didn't. I've now watched the series and although it sticks to the books most of the time, some of the deviations are fairly critical to understanding the character developments and I now see why some of the more controversial scenes in the series garnished so much attention. The book explains situations/events in much more detail, allowing the reader to understand actions & consequences from all points of view, within the context of the time period and the roles of husbands and wives. I have realy enjoyed this book as Gabaldon gives her characters great depth, her plots, great scope, and has a few twists and turns I really didn't see coming which I like in a book. This book juxtaposes the 18th Century with the end of WW2 and in my opinion, strives to be as historically acurate to those particular time periods as it can. Judge the book on the quality of it's writing and I think you will thoroughly enjoy it as I did.

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rvan

Too much violence against woman for me.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 November 2018

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I thought the book was alright until the romantic hero turned into wife beater. I don’t care what era it’s set in I cannot like or respect a man who beats his wife and I think a wife who accepts that behaviour is hugely problematic for me. I stopped reading at that point and will not be reading anything else by this author.

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Jana

Great writing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 May 2015

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I started reading this book after I saw trailer to the TV series. The book has a great pace -just right, not too fast however not too slow. It is exciting, very clever (I have to take my hat off to Ms Gabaldon! She's done her research well).
The story is realistic, doesn't shy away from brutalities and everyday realities of a life in 18th century Scotland. I like the fact that the writer isn't writing vaguely about any situation, i.e. Jack Randall's twisted mind and torture of Jamie (there's quite a few surprises!), Claire & Jamie's marital life which is described just right not to be a paperback romance, etc.
Claire as a narrator is funny, amusing, intelligent and has a great overview of life.
When the book was published in 1991, it was an instant best-seller and I cannot believe I haven't stumble across it earlier.
I highly recommend this fiction not only for those who love to read about historical Scotland but for those who just simply love a good story and a good book.
Having seen the series just after I finished the book I have to say I haven't seen such a great adaptation of a book into a TV story yet. Thanks to the lenght of the series, the film makers went into a great detail of the story. Still, the book is always much better than its cinematic counterpart.

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sugarbelle

This is not for me - stomach turning

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 July 2019

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I had seen this described as a 'romance' so thought I would give Outlander a try. So I was surprised to discover that this not a romance at all. Firstly there is time travel, which stretches belief, though she is only in 1945 for a very brief part of the book at the beginning. I kept wishing she would go back to get away from the awful 'hero' of the book - Jamie. The majority of the book is set in Scotland, she meets Jamie and his clansmen and she tags along with them as they fight their way through Scotland - many battles and blood and guts ensue. At one point she tries to escape to get back to her own time, this fails and as punishment Jamie thoroughly beats her with his leather belt (on her bottom - so I think this supposed to be erotic). I just found that distasteful, call me old fashioned. Even though she can't sit down for days she continues to enjoy their lusty sex. Yes there is a lot of lusty sex which is why it gets good reviews I suppose, but the brutal element is off-putting. Then nearing the end of the book Jamie gets captured by an army officer who tortures him and also subjects him to male rape (this is recounted in graphic detail later on). When he finally escapes he is in a bad way and is only part conscious, Claire, the 'heroine' seeing that he is giving up on life decides the only way to fire up his energy to bring him back to life is to pretend to be his torturer. So she whispers foul things in his ear and even thrusts her fist between his buttocks in order to rouse him (it works). But reading it turned my stomach. I like my romances to have a bit less blood, guts, wife beating and male rape, so will not be reading any more Ms Gabaldon thank you.

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