Part Seven, On the Mountain, Chapter Twenty-Two, Spark of an Ancient Flame, Chapter Twenty-Three, The Skull Beneath the Skin, Chapter Twenty-Four, Letter Writing: The Great Art o' Love, Chapter Twenty-Five, Enter a Serpent Summary

Oxford, September 1970

Roger finds a newspaper article announcing the deaths of Claire and Jamie in a house fire on January 21, 1776. Roger decides to keep the information from Brianna in an effort to protect her. He knows Brianna will risk going through the stones and attempt to save her parents.

By Spring and Summer of 1768, Claire and Jamie's settlement is known as Fraser's Ridge. The settlers are abundant and Claire remains busy tending to everyone's health and wellness; stitching wounds...