Originally published in 2003, "The Time Traveler's Wife" surprised fans of fantasy fiction. Instead of strictly following the adventures of a time-hopping librarian named Henry DeTamble, Audrey Niffenegger's debut novel switches between Henry's exploits and the perspective of Clare Abshire, his wife, exploring how Henry's prolonged absences make for a bittersweet relationship. For more on the book and its forthcoming adaptation on HBO, keep reading.
1. Audrey Niffenegger started "The Time Traveler's Wife" with only the title in mind.
