A Breath of Snow and Ashes

Date

A Breath of Snow and Ashes is the sixth book in the Outlander series written by Diana Gabaldon. It was published on September 27, 2005. The story follows Claire Fraser, a doctor from the 20th century who travels through time, and her husband, Jamie Fraser, a warrior from 18th century Scotland.

A Breath of Snow and Ashes is the sixth book in the Outlander series written by Diana Gabaldon. It was published on September 27, 2005. The story follows Claire Fraser, a doctor from the 20th century who travels through time, and her husband, Jamie Fraser, a warrior from 18th century Scotland. The books include themes of historical fiction, romance, adventure, and fantasy.

Plot summary

Claire is the wife of Jamie Fraser, her husband from the 18th century, and is dealing with political issues and unrest as the American Revolution approaches. The previous book, The Fiery Cross, ended with political unrest in the colonies starting to increase, and the Frasers trying to live peacefully on their remote homestead in the foothills of North Carolina. Jamie is caught between his loyalty to the British crown and his desire for freedom in the new world.

Reception

The book A Breath of Snow and Ashes was first listed at number one on The New York Times Hardcover Fiction Best-Seller List in 2005. It also received the Quill Award for Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror.

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