11 Unforgettable Books Like Outlander

Love Beyond Time by Bethany Claire

Brielle “Bri” Montgomery, a Texas schoolteacher, has lost faith in love until an unexpected adventure thrusts her 400 years into the past, landing her in the midst of Scotland’s rugged beauty. There, she faces an arranged marriage to Eoin Conall, a handsome but initially irritating Scottish laird, bound by a promise to his dying father.

Reluctantly married, Eoin discovers an unforeseen change in Bri – an irresistible transformation that sparks unexpected feelings within him. Despite their blossoming love, Bri is burdened by the knowledge of history’s impending tragedy – the slaughter of Eoin and his entire clan. Determined to rewrite fate, she embarks on a quest to alter history.

As their love deepens, Bri and Eoin find themselves entangled in a race against time. Can they defy destiny and protect their romance, or are they bound to a heartbreaking fate already sealed?

Daughter Of Time by Sarah Woodbury

Llywelyn, the Prince of Wales, faces treachery in medieval Wales. When modern-day Meg travels back in time, they face perilous alliances endangering Wales’ fate. Together, they must navigate political intrigues, defying the laws of time to safeguard their land’s existence. This prequel to the After Cilmeri series invites readers into a realm of castles and royalty, showcasing the resilience of two souls against the odds of history.

The Silent Touch Of Shadows by Christina Courtenay

Professional genealogist Melissa Grantham receives an invitation to her family’s ancestral home, Ashleigh Manor. Upon her arrival, vivid dreams and visions of a medieval young woman and her forbidden lover plague her. Determined to unravel the mystery, Melissa questions her sanity.

Jake Precy, who shares similar haunting dreams, seeks Melissa’s expertise in researching his family’s history, unaware of their intertwined lives. As they delve deeper, the lines between past and present blur, raising questions about their mutual attraction. Is it genuine or a result of ghostly intervention?

This haunting love story unfolds across centuries, bridging the gap between the present and fifteenth-century Kent, where secrets of the past collide with the present, challenging the boundaries of reality and love.

A Knight In Shining Armor by Jude Deveraux

Heartbroken Dougless Montgomery finds solace by a tombstone in an English churchyard. To her astonishment, Nicholas Stafford, Earl of Thornwyck, materializes—a man who supposedly died in 1564. Their inexplicable connection transcends time, offering Dougless a miracle: acceptance and genuine affection.

Little does she know the formidable ties binding them to the past or the extraordinary adventure awaiting them. Together, they embark on an unforgettable journey, discovering that love defies the constraints of time in a tale that spans centuries.

The Prophecy by Kim Sakwa

Gwendolyn Reynolds, yearning for love and belonging, unexpectedly finds herself in 15th-century Scotland. Despite her secure career, recurring dreams drive her on a soul-searching trip to coastal Scotland. After a storm strands her, she emerges in the arms of Laird Greylen MacGreggor, a fierce highlander eagerly awaiting the prophesied woman.

To his surprise, Gwen, a 21st-century woman with a fiery spirit, fulfills the prophecy. Their passionate connection sparks, but centuries of differences threaten their love story. As destiny intertwines their lives, can they bridge the gap between time and find enduring love?

Everything In Its Time by Dee Davis

Katherine St. Claire’s heart was stolen years ago in the depths of a Scottish castle named Duncreag. A night of passion with a mysterious stranger seemed like a fleeting dream until she found a single clue – a cairngorm earring. For eight long years, she convinced herself it was all a fantasy.

Meanwhile, Iain Mackintosh, living in the 15th century, couldn’t forget his lost love. His family urged him toward a practical marriage, dismissing Katherine as a figment of his imagination. But when Katherine reappears, she shatters the boundaries of time, revealing the truth about her origins and reigniting a love that defies the constraints of centuries.

The Dream Weavers by Barbara Erskine

In the year 775AD, during the rule of the ambitious Saxon King Offa, a young couple finds their love brutally shattered. Eadburh, the king’s daughter, is torn from her true love, destined for a loveless arranged marriage. Fueled by anger and passion, she defies her fate, sparking a rebellion that threatens to plunge the kingdom into war.

Centuries later, in a secluded cottage nestled among the Welsh hills, Bea is haunted by unsettling visions and nightmares. The past reaches out, pulling her into a web of ancient secrets and vengeful spirits. Eadburh, determined to seek revenge, blurs the lines between dreams and reality, leaving Bea struggling to resist the pull of Saxon secrets.

Twice Upon A Time by Lisa Ann Verge

In a world where destiny and love entwine, Conor, a warrior of extraordinary origin, bears a burden that transcends time.

Born to a formidable Irish priestess, Conor is no ordinary mortal, his essence whispered to be otherworldly. Drawn by an unrelenting quest for understanding, he seeks out Brigid of Morna, a reclusive seer residing in the heart of the woods. She alone holds the key to unveiling the mystery behind Conor’s boundless strength.

However, Brigid, wise and enigmatic, remains steadfast in her refusal to aid him, guarding her heart against the allure of his presence. She understands the perilous nature of a man cursed to endure countless lifetimes, a fate that forbids the luxury of love.

Beyond the Moon by Catherine Taylor

In a spellbinding blend of history and contemporary life, Beyond the Moon weaves a mesmerizing tale that transcends time.

A strange twist of fate connects a valiant British soldier amidst the trenches of 1916 France with a young woman battling the horrors of a negligent mental health facility in present-day England. As their stories unfold, a profound connection emerges, drawing readers into a poignant exploration of war, mental illness, identity, and love.

Intertwine by Nichole Van

In the intricate tapestry of time, lives are not isolated threads but interwoven circles, where past and future coalesce into an eternal present.

In the year 2012, Emme Wilde longs for the intoxicating whirlwind of true love, but her search for the perfect match proves elusive. While her dating escapades fall short, she finds herself captivated by the portrait of a man from another era. Determined to unearth his story and explore the inexplicable connection she feels, Emme embarks on a journey to England.

Meanwhile, in the year 1812, James Knight has abandoned all hope of finding love, yearning only for a partner to share his thirst for adventure. Instead, his life mirrors the complexities of a Shakespearean play—his brother entangled in a tragic romance, his sister succumbing to a relentless illness. Amidst this turmoil, he discovers a mysterious woman, near death, beneath a tree on his estate. As he delves into her past, perhaps unraveling her secrets will bring the adventure and romance he has longed for.

Marianna by Susanna Kearsley

Julia Beckett’s new home, a charming old farmhouse, hides secrets that transcend time. Amidst the ancient walls, Julia encounters echoes of a young woman named Mariana, whose love story unfolded centuries ago within those very rooms.

Transported back to 17th-century England with each visit, Julia becomes spellbound by Mariana’s world, the allure of the past overshadowing her present. As she delves deeper, she realizes that Mariana’s life is intertwining with her own, threatening to eclipse her existence. Julia faces a choice: to lay the ghosts of the past to rest and embrace her chance for happiness in the present, or risk being lost in the shadows of history forever.