627 pages
English language
Published Nov. 11, 1991 by Delacorte Press.
Outlander (published in the United Kingdom as Cross Stitch) is a historical fantasy novel by Diana Gabaldon first published in 1991. Initially set around the time of the Second World War, it focuses on nurse Claire Beauchamp, who travels through time to 18th-century Scotland, where she finds adventure and romance with the dashing Jamie Fraser. It is the first novel in the Outlander series, with ten books planned. The television adaptation of the series premiered on Starz in the US on August 9, 2014. A mix of several genres, the series has elements of historical fiction, romance, adventure and traditional fantasy. It has sold over 25 million copies. The first book won a Romance Writers of America's RITA Award in 1992.
Throughly enjoyable. Vivid and compelling storytelling. Of course it helps that I already like historical romance novels set in Scotland.
I'm FINALLY done! I mostly liked it once I got past the fact that it was really a romance more than focused on being a historical fiction/time travel book.
It was good enough to finish, almost, but I won't waste my time on the sequels.
Basic fun with some interesting historical details included.
I did go and listen to the Outlander musical on Spotify - that sounded very sweet. I'm glad I got to read the book and create my own interpretation.
