Outlander (published in the United Kingdom as Cross Stitch) is the first in a series of eight historical multi-genre novels by Diana Gabaldon. Published in 1991, it focuses on the Second World War–era nurse Claire Randall, who travels through time to 18th century Scotland and finds adventure and romance with the dashing Jamie Fraser.[1] A mix of several genres, the Outlander series has elements of historical fiction, romance, adventure and science fiction/fantasy.[1]Outlander won… Continue reading Everything Outlander
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Five on Friday – February
What I’ve Been Reading Lately I’ve got some great authors I’ve been reading recently, so check the post. Let me know what you’re reading. Other book lists I’m adding to my “To Read” pile: 10 New Books like Outlander and Mrs. Modern Darcy on 7 Books that Changed the Way She Lived and Parented 2. … Continue reading Five on Friday – February
What I’m Reading Lately
Here’s a quick update on what I’ve been reading lately: I recently discovered the Outlander series, so I’m knee deep in reading through. I personally love long books, and I’m enamoured with Jamie, Claire and the crew. My reading has been taken over by Gabaldon’s series. Here are 5 reasons you should read it, too!… Continue reading What I’m Reading Lately
Best 10 Picture Books My 4 Year Old Loves
As an avid book lover and English teacher, I have a boatload of book opinions. I love reading, reviewing, and discussing all types of books, especially children’s books. So, when my first son was born, I knew we would have fun building a library. Each night we read (I should clarify: he doesn’t read… Continue reading Best 10 Picture Books My 4 Year Old Loves
5 Reasons You Need to Read Outlander
The funny story about this series by Diana Gabaldon is that I’ve borrowed Outlander from the library twice before I even read it through! I wasn’t thrilled by the description of “time-travel” and didn’t connect with Claire right off the bat, so I set it aside. Then, years later, I downloaded it on my… Continue reading 5 Reasons You Need to Read Outlander