Droughtlander is still going, and now it’s time to focus on some more books to read. The Vanished Days by Susanna Kearsley is one you need to put on your list.
There are some great books out there to help us get through Droughtlander. Don’t feel like you’re “cheating” on Outlander or Diana Gabaldon. Herself even recommends other books to read. She wants you to visit other worlds.
This recent book suggestion comes from Gabaldon. It’s a novel that she’s recommended. In fact, her review of the novel is on the front page, certainly designed to pull the Outlander fans in.
There’s even something special happening if you order The Vanished Days via Poisoned Pen. You’ll get a chance to access a reading by Diana Gabaldon via Zoom. Anyone can get access to this Zoom link as long as they purchase The Vanished Days from Poisoned Pen (up to the first 500 purchases). You can find out more details about that here.
What is The Vanished Day by Susanna Kearsley about?
Before you pick up a book to read during Droughtlander, you’ll want to know more about it. The Vanished Days is historical fiction, set in 1707 Scotland. Yes, it’s in the Highlands (and down to the Borders), which is a small connection to the Outlander story.
The Scottish people are gathering together to protest the new Union with England. Meanwhile, the French are preparing an invasion to get the exiled Jacobite king back in Scotland so he can reclaim the throne. This is the lead up to the first Jacobite rebellion.
the story focuses on Lily, a young widow of a Darien sailor and wants to collect her husband’s wages. However, her claim is challenged and she has days to prove her honesty. One of the men involved in the investigation’s feelings may be getting in the way, potentially blinding him to the truth. Is there a more treacherous game happening?
There’s romance, intrigue, and political strife. There are certainly plenty of elements that will intrigue Outlander readers to the story.
What are you reading during Droughtlander? Let us know in the comments below.
The Vanished Days by Susanna Kearsley is available to purchase on Amazon and at all major booksellers.