I started reading this book because I liked the Outlander TV series and also discovered that my Mom had read it and enjoyed it. The first part of the book was excellent and I really enjoyed reading about the history. The second part, well I know its historical romance so it's to be expected, but there was just a bit too much sex for me to enjoy the historical part. I don't typically read historical romance for that reason. The depth of the story outweighed the annoying romance bits though. I found the last part of the book to be a bit of a difficult read. (view spoiler)[In most books, it is difficult to read accounts of rape, but rarely is it as detailed as it is in this novel. Everytime I thought it was over, there would be another flashback to it. It was very difficult to stomach and even moreso because of the connection for Randall with love and torture. Most disturbing. Clair then going on to re-enact that to save Jamie from blood poisoning was almost too much to bear. I do understand the point the author was trying to make, but for some people this could be way too disturbing to read. (hide spoiler)] Overall though, an enjoyable and well woven tale and I am looking forward to reading the next installment in the series.