Outlander, 20th Anniversary Collector's Edition

Clementine

Don't Be Put Off by the Genre. This is the BEST Series!

"This review is for the entire series. Ok. When my husband first brought this book back with him from Iraq (donated to the USO)and he told me he was reading a historical-fiction/romance/fantasy/time travel book, I teased him. I thought no way could such a book be an actual worthy read. I am a constant reader. I have to always have a book. So, when I was in-between books, I picked up this book just to pass the time. Don't make the same mistake I did..DO NOT be fooled by the genre. Don't make the mistake of thinking that these are typical bodice-ripping Highlander trash-romance...they are not. They are real literature. I do not enjoy romance novels, though I will read one if it is the only reading material available. I have to say that this series of books, though they do contain sex scenes, is NOT romance. They are a complex tale full of an entire cast of well-developed characters. I have been on the discussion boards that center around this series. Most of the women seem to be in love with (at least the idea of) the main male character, Jamie. As proof of how good the story told and the writing in this book is, I need to say that the physical description of him (and some parts of his personality) are a complete turn-off to me. He is pretty much the opposite of what I like. However, you don't need to be attracted to a character to enjoy reading about them and to grow to admire and care about them. The love story between Jamie and Claire is quite inspiring, so much so that my husband and I actually got matching tattoos inspired by the books. These stories are so well-written and in-depth, that I read them aloud to my children (simply not reading the child-inappropriate parts aloud) and all of them, from my 7-year-old daughter to my 18-year-old son, are as captivated as I am. These books weave the tale of well-developed, multifaceted characters, exploring their personal growth, interactions and relationships with one another, their people in their communities, and some well-known historical figures, all within the context of various historical time periods. From Jacobite-era Scotland to pre-revolutionary North Carolina (and many places in between), you will follow a brilliantly-written, gripping saga and you will be a part of a world you won't want to leave. ["

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October 18, 2012 Verified Purchase

Patti

A Gorgeous Collector’s Edition Worth Every Penny

"The Outlander collector’s edition is absolutely stunning. The design, detailing, and overall presentation make it feel like a true keepsake. I loved the look of it so much that I immediately ordered the other collector’s editions to complete the set. It’s a beautiful way to enjoy a favorite story, and it looks incredible displayed on a shelf. A must‑have for any Outlander fan who appreciates both the story and a beautifully crafted book. ["

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January 19, 2026 Verified Purchase

Zoe Fisher

Perfect!!

"This has been my dad’s favorite book series for my entire life, and his old copies were falling apart. My mom and I got this and the three other anniversary editions for him for Christmas and he LOVED them. He’s very hard to shop for, so this was great. I also read this book, and it was incredible. These editions are perfect if you hate fighting with dust jackets when you read because the cover is just printed onto the book. Even besides that though, these copies are incredible. I usually don’t buy “special editions” for myself because most special editions these days aren’t much different from the originals, but I can confidently say these are some of the most beautiful special editions I’ve ever bought. The quality of the cover and the paper made these totally worth the money. ["

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January 13, 2026 Verified Purchase

Angie Braniff

Outlander book 1

"I loved this book. Couldn't put it down. ["

May 11, 2026 Verified Purchase