Outlander is the first book in the series by the same title. This is a typical example of historical fiction as it is set (for the majority of the novel) in 18th century Scotland. The time period of this book is during the Jacobite Uprising and the rising of Bonnie Prince Charlie against the English.
I particularly enjoyed the main female character, Claire Beauchamp Randall, travels through time from 1940’s Scotland, to the 18th century. In fact, she encounters one of her husband’s ancestors in the beginning of the story and he is quite different than they originally thought. He is one of the greatest foils for Claire, and causes her to marry one of the rebels for securing her safety.
The love story between Claire and James Fraser is tender and touching, as he truly grows to love her and teaches her about living in his time.
I would recommend this story to anyone who enjoys historical fiction with a romance spin.
Reviewed by a staff member, First Regional Library
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