The Drums of Autumn
How far will a woman travel to find a father – a lover – a destiny? Across seas – across time – across the grave itself. It began in Scotland, at an ancient stone circle. Claire Randall was swept through time into the arms of James Fraser whose love for her became legend – a tale of tragic passion that ended with her return to the present to bear his child. Two decades later, Claire travelled back again to reunite with Jamie, this time in frontier America. But Claire had left someone behind in her own time – their daughter Brianna. Now Brianna has made a disturbing discovery that sends her to the stone circle and a terrifying leap into the unknown. In search of her mother and the father she has never met, she risks her own future to try to change history – and to save their lives. But as Brianna plunges into an uncharted wilderness, a heartbreaking encounter may strand her forever in the past – or root her in the place she should be, where her heart and soul belong...
Diana Gabaldon
Diana Gabaldon’s writing is a journey, one that transports readers not only through time but also into the very heart of history itself. Best known for her Outlander series, Gabaldon has redefined historical fiction by weaving together a tapestry of adventure, romance, and deep emotional resonance. Her books are not mere stories—they’re immersive experiences, blending meticulously researched historical detail with rich, complex characters, and an unmistakable touch of the fantastical.
Outlander
In a world where time itself is both a prison and a portal, Outlander plunges readers into a whirlwind of passion, history, and uncharted destinies. When Claire Randall, a nurse just returning from World War II, mysteriously tumbles through time to 18th-century Scotland, she is thrust into a world far from the war-torn safety of her own. What follows is a tale that blends history, romance, and a fierce battle for survival in a world where every choice can alter the fabric of time itself.
Outlander consists of nine primary books, and includes four additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of two more books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.