Written In My Own Heart's Blood (audio)

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 twentieth-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.

I recently finished listening to this 8th book of the series on audio. When a new book comes out, I usually read it in print and then listen to it on audio because I am absolutely in love with Davina Porter's narration of these beloved books. MOBY picks up right where Echo in the Bone Left off (which had many people throwing the book across the room). Jamie and Claire are the heart of the story and their enduring love is part of what makes this series so brilliant. Their daughter Brianna (and family)  had to return to the future for the sake of their daughter, but when it is thought that Jem was kidnapped, Roger travels back to the past to find him. Their story is compelling and I am sure will be continued in book 9. Ian, Rachel, Denzel and Dottie finally get married and begin their lives together. Lord John's son William (Jamie's biological son) is a wreck for most of the book, and  I am looking forward to see what is next for him. Jamie and Claire finally returning home to Fraser's Ridge had me in tears! The ending was an OMG moment, and can't wait to get that story!. As I said, Davina Porter is the voice of this series. I can't begin to describe how fantastic she is with this series.  Each book is a commitment, but so well worth the time and effort. Diana's research shines and makes the graphic parts of war, wounds, and medical procedures readable and even enjoyable.

"I have loved others, and I do love many, Sassenach — but you alone hold all my heart, whole in your hands,” he said softly. “  (James to Claire)

Today is this precious one's 1st Birthday.  Cole has brought such joy, laughter and awe to our lives.  We love you little buddy!