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"Dragonfly in Amber" brings the familiar world of the Outlander series back to life, with Claire Randall arriving in 18th‑century Scotland after twenty years of secrecy. The novel expands her tale, introducing Brianna and deepening the family legacy surrounding the Jacobite rebellion of 1745–1746. Readers follow Claire and Brianna as they navigate the political intrigues of France’s court under Charles Stuart and the looming fight against a doomed Highlands uprising. The story delves into themes of time travel, relational bonds across generations, and the enduring impact of personal history.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Diana Gabaldon
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