I bought the whole series. I started with the Outlander when my son was in story hour at the local library. (He is now 20 years old.) I bought the first 4 books. Then , as each book came out, I bought the hardcover books so I have them all. I have read them several times. I love the story. The TV series is wonderful. I was amazed at how close they followed the book in the frist few but then they put a different spin on it. That is good too. I was fortunate to meet Diana Gabaldon in Davenport Iowa in December 2014 along with Graham McTavish who plays Dougal McKenzie. It was wonderful!!!!!!!!! What a perfect way to spend a weekend!