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by pati13,
Mar 25, 2008
Pros: Great writing - good characters, descriptions, history
Cons: Jamie and Claire are fictional characters.
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by jana_lsb,
Dec 5, 2006
Pros: Characters you become passionate about, with an engrossing storyline
Cons: Have to wait too long between installments
The Bottom Line: I have read all six books in the series, along with the companion. My only advice is....read at least till chapter 7 before you make any decisions.
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by mom2ethanb,
Oct 23, 2006
Pros: All consuming, amazing depth,wonderful characters that feel like friends,length and breadth of the story.
Cons: Takes a few pages to get into it but give it time... :).
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by ln_under_grace,
Nov 15, 2005
Pros: Superior writing. Well Researched. This book has an exciting, unique story line.
Cons: Cattle thieves are glamorized. It is difficult to find this book in hardback.
The Bottom Line: Buy it before they stop printing!
Both women and men will thoroughly enjoy this well-written novel.
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by brooketrox,
Feb 21, 2005
Pros: Big meaty book, historical details, chuckle out loud funny
Cons: None!
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by shimmertje,
Jan 17, 2005
Pros: Great writing, sense of humour, plot
Cons: Very emotional reading. Not something to finish at one go.
The Bottom Line: Buy it for keeps, but be aware that the ups are very up and the downs are very down.
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by taichi100,
Mar 20, 2004
Pros: Historic detail, strong characterizations, visually detailed writing.
Cons: The series at some point will have to end.
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by shaunajoy,
Mar 23, 2003
Pros: Best series of Books I have ever enjoyed!
Cons: Too long between sequels.
The Bottom Line: Get your hands on them any way possible.
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by cwatippe,
Jan 9, 2002
Pros: Very engaging
Cons: None
The Bottom Line: Outlander is the best written novel I've ever read, and I've read some really good ones.
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by susanwhipple,
Dec 30, 2001
Pros: Descriptive writing that lets you see, hear, taste without being tedious.
Cons: Too long between series installments.
The Bottom Line: Read the book, not the bottom line.
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