• Written in My Own Heart's Blood

  • Outlander, Book 8
  • By: Diana Gabaldon
  • Narrated by: Davina Porter
  • Length: 45 hrs
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (24,363 ratings)

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Written in My Own Heart's Blood

By: Diana Gabaldon
Narrated by: Davina Porter
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Publisher's summary

In her now classic novel Outlander, Diana Gabaldon told the story of Claire Randall, an English ex-combat nurse who walks through a stone circle in the Scottish Highlands in 1946, and disappears… into 1743. The story unfolded from there in seven best-selling novels, and CNN has called it "a grand adventure written on a canvas that probes the heart, weighs the soul and measures the human spirit across [centuries]." Now the story continues in Written in My Own Heart's Blood.

It is 1778: France declares war on Great Britain, the British army leaves Philadelphia, and George Washington's troops leave Valley Forge in pursuit. At this moment, Jamie Fraser returns from a presumed watery grave to discover that his best friend has married his wife; his illegitimate son has discovered (to his horror) who his father really is; and his beloved nephew, Ian, wants to marry a Quaker. Meanwhile, Jamie's wife, Claire, and his sister, Jenny, are busy picking up the pieces.

The Frasers can only be thankful that their daughter Brianna and her family are safe in 20th-century Scotland. Or not. In fact, Brianna is searching for her own son, who was kidnapped by a man determined to learn her family's secrets. Her husband, Roger, has ventured into the past in search of the missing boy - never suspecting that the object of his quest has not left the present. Now, with Roger out of the way, the kidnapper can focus on his true target: Brianna herself.

Written in My Own Heart's Blood is the brilliant next chapter in a masterpiece of the imagination unlike any other.

©2014 Diana Gabaldon (P)2014 Recorded Books

Featured Article: So Many Branches—The Outlander Characters Family Tree


Wondering who Jamie's father is or how the Clan MacKenzie fit into other character arcs? We’ve pulled together an Outlander Family Tree to offer you an overview of several of the main Outlander characters and their relatives. There’s also a who's who of supporting characters of importance, and a description of the main clans at the end. Heads up: If you haven't yet listened to the books or seen the show, this post might contain spoilers.

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loved all 8 books

the narrator brought the entire book to life for me it was fantastic much easier to listen while driving and still not take time away from my family made the drive to work something I look forward to instead of dreaded even had to spend time in the car in the parking lot at the office before I went in and case it will have is in a good spot in the book starting over again for the 5th time hanging onto droughtlander until September arrives for season 3 I'm still waiting patiently for book 9 definitely an Outlander fan

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very disappointing

I have read all the books and of course this is the last one. All her past books were full of spirit and held my interest and moved quickly. Not this one. This one is like hiking up hill for ever and never getting far. I mean I actually fell asleep while listening to this and so it was boring. I just lags and lags and just goes no where. I would not invest credits or time in to this one.

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happy ending to a fantastic series!

outlander had been my companion for a while now and I've loved every minute. the narrator brought all the characters to life! I'm hesitant to try the novellas due to high bar Davina set.

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Fantastic! The story just keeps me in love.

What did you love best about Written in My Own Heart's Blood?

The story feels real and I love the characters!
Even the bad guys are very well written.
I was expecting the series to taper off...just gets better.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love Young Ian Murry.
He's sweet, funny and tough as hell.
Although he seems to be tragic in situation, he finds a way to be his own brand of proud

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If you like to listen...
I recommend the whole series.
Davina Porter is a fantastic narrator...she can do it all

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excellent!

Once again an excellent book! I love the history that is woven through the story. narration is great!

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A beautiful work

I have enjoyed reading and listening to the entire outlander saga. There is a delicious mixture here for all types of historical fiction readers.

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Great book

Another great book in one of my favorite series of all time. Can't wait for the next book to come out!

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I Love Every Book of the Outlander Series

I hate that I have to wait until the 9th book of the Outlander Series is written. I have already read all 8 books (2) times trying to help pass the time while I'm waiting.

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This is an awesome story. I just can't get enough of Jamie and Claire. I wish the story would never end!

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I can't wait for the next book

Left me hanging. Can't wait for the next one! Best series I have read. Keeps your attention.

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