Outlander

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Summary: I agree - this series is one of the best I ever read.
Review: This series is one of the best I have ever read. I have a recommendation for those anxiously waiting the next in the series. Try Into the Wilderness by Sara Donati. It has the same wonderful detail of period and place. The characters are equally engaging. Claire, Jamie, and Ian even make a vist.

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Summary: Very absorbing
Review: You get so drawn into the characters lives you want more when the last page is read. Then you find out "There is more" and you read and read and read. And you still want more, more, more.

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Summary: I loved the story, the characters, the writing, the history,
Review: Had I known they were considered Romance Fiction I would never have started but they were receommended by my neice so I was not aware of the category. Like most people who have reviewed them, once I started I could not put them down. I too have visited Scotland and, I am sorry to say there are no Jamies left there but the Highlands are just as she described them. With all the research she does it is no wonder we have a long wait for her next book but I do wish she would hurry. I have read the first 4 so many times they are wearing out. Thanks for the hours of great reading

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Summary: Exciting and very fun !!
Review: I had a romance novel stereotype (Fabio) until I picked up Outlander. I couldn't help but fall in love with Jamie and Claire. Diana Gabaldon is a wonderful writer, and shows you that romance novels can include excitement, heroism, history, and humor.

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Summary: Marvelous!!!!
Review: I have read all four of Diana Gabaldon's books and thought that they were wonderful! I can not wait for the next one in the series.....hint hint. There is definately some thought put into all of her work. I felt like I got to know each one of the characters in the books.

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Summary: very similar to another author's story
Review: This book is reminiscent of Jude Devreaux's novel, "A knight in Shining Armor." A woman from the twentieth century travels back in England (not Scotland) to find her true love. if you liked either of these books, try the other.

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Summary: "romance"... a very limiting catagory
Review: Gosh, how to describe the start of this series...? I'd give it ten stars and gold-plating if I could. (Any review I give will not do this work justice at all...; that said, IT'S ABSOLUTELY BLOODY BRILLIANT. While this series is most definitely the best I've ever read, I agree with those that have mentioned that 'Romance' as a genre stifles the scope of Gabaldon's work. How many people have written the book off as just another bodice-ripper with little plot and less intelligence just because it was in the romance aisle? Even the author herself doesn't catalogue herself that way. I think what makes this series so stupendous is that it defies any catagory, right?-- It's just simply a great work of literature. As a good fan of fine writing, I wish potential readers would get past the appearances and experience how great these books are...Like everyone else says: DEFINITELY WORTH IT. Not to sound repetitive, but I firmly believe that once you've read "Outlander", you'll be hooked. Very intelligent, and very addicting!

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Summary: Thank God I came to this series late!
Review: I happened upon Drums of Autumn right after finishing up my MA in English. I was looking for something light and unlike anything I had to read for my degree, hence the romance section. While reading the book, I found myself thinking that it was great, but that I had to know what happened before Jamie and Claire came to America. Outlander is my favorite in the series - I think because the main characters are closer to my age in that book. I have read all of the series repetedly, something my husband teases me for, but likely appreciates when I do finally put the book down and attack him . I want to find the copy of Dragonfly in Amber that has the artist's portrait of Jamie. (Please e-mail me if you know which one it is.) All these books are a fabulous read - well written, action packed, and they will truly make you fall in love. Read this book if you are completely in love with your spouse. Read this book if you are looking to put a spark back in your relationship. Read this book if you are feeling lonely. Whatever you do, read this book!

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Summary: THE BEST SERIES EVER!
Review: Jamie and Claire - what more is there to say? I finished all four books in the series 2 years ago and am waiting quite impatiently for The Fiery Cross. Diana, please hurry!!! Reading these books has absolutely ruined me for any other romance / historical fiction books - none of the others can come close to capturing Claire's determination, feistyness, humor...or Jamie's sexiness, to-die-for love for his soulmate, and compassion. If you have not already read Outlander (and the other 3 books in the series), I envy you - you are about to take a life-changing adventure!

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Summary: One of the most engrossing books I've read!
Review: I found this to be one of the most fantastic books I've ever had the pleasure to read. Gabaldon's gift for storytelling makes these books hard to put down and makes it hard to let go of her characters. Fans of all things Celtic, and of all things romantic, will love it!