In Diana Gabaldon's series, specifically in "Outlander," "Dragonfly in Amber," "Voyager," and "Drums of Autumn," there's a thought-provoking quote about palmistry. An old lady from the Highlands suggests that the lines in a person's hand do not determine their future. Instead, they are a reflection of the experiences and choices already made in life.

This perspective emphasizes personal agency, indicating that one's life path is shaped by individual decisions rather than predetermined by fate. It invites readers to consider how their actions and experiences uniquely carve out their life's narrative.