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Brianna, the daughter of Claire and Jamie, uncovers a startling truth that forces her back through the mysterious stone circle that once returned Claire to the 18th‑century Scottish Highlands. Now she must navigate the rugged frontier of early America as she seeks answers about her mother’s past and her own place in time.
After leaving her life in the twentieth century, Brianna finds herself torn between the world she knows and the dangers lurking in the uncharted wilderness. Each decision carries the weight of her ancestors, challenging her to protect her lineage and rewrite the fragile threads of history.
In this compelling continuation of a saga that blends romance, history, and time travel, Brianna faces heart‑wringing dilemmas and the haunting possibility of being stranded forever in the past.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Diana Gabaldon
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