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Synopsis
Their love has survived time, but can they survive fate? 1772 - the eve of the American revolution. In Boston, men lie dead in the street and in the backwoods of America, isolated cabins burn in the darkness of the forest. The Colony is in ferment. Jamie Fraser, a passionate leader of men, receives an envoy from the Governor Josiah Martin, asking for help. The Governor needs someone to unite the backcountry, pacify the seething resentments of the settlers, and keep the mountains safe for King and Crown. Jamie Fraser, everyone agrees, is the man for the job. But Jamie knows what is to come. His wife, Claire, has travelled back in time from the twentieth century, and she knows that it's only a matter of a few years before the start of the War of Independence, ending with the exile or death of the men loyal to the King of England. Neither prospect appeals to Jamie. Beyond everything else, though, looms the threat of a tiny clipping from The Wilmington Gazette, dated 1776, which reports the destruction of the house on Fraser's Ridge, and the death by fire of James Fraser and all his family. Jamie hopes Claire is wrong, for once, about the future - but only time will tell.
A Breath of Snow and Ashes: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult historical fantasy contains on-page violence (war, burning cabins, death), explicit sexual content between married protagonists, and strong language. Best suited for mature readers comfortable with historical warfare and adult romance.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, steamy sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, war, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be captivated by this sweeping time-travel romance that blends Revolutionary War history with impossible choices about fate and survival.