The Fiery Cross

Interesting Facts

• The book provides a detailed depiction of the life of Scottish settlers in North Carolina at the end of the 18th century.
• The main characters, Claire and Jamie Fraser, encounter numerous historical events, including the American War of Independence.
• Claire, with her 20th-century medical knowledge, uses it to treat people in the 18th century, which causes surprise and suspicion among those around her.
• The book features the theme of time travel, which is one of the key aspects of the entire series.
• One of the central events of the book is the Battle of Alamance, in which the main characters participate.
• The book explores complex family relationships, including those between parents and children, as well as between spouses.