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Summary: Diana Gabaldon couldn't keep it up! And neither could Jamie!
Review: I guess it had to happen, but hope against hope, I thought here was one writer who could sustain her readers' interest throughout the entire series. Well, dear reader, it turns out she is just another "romance writer"--a term she hates. I, too, was enchanted by the first three novels in this series, but this one is so very disappointing--Brianna's a jerk, Roger is a wimp and Jamie-alas!-just another boorish character who resorts to violence. The use of the standard "bodice-ripper" devise of creating a situation where the young lovers have a mis-understanding, are separated for most of the book, and then re-unite at the end was too trite for words. And Claire! Where is her fire, her passion, her independence! All now reduced to a haus frau! I think Ms. Gabaldon has too many irons in the fire-a book edited by her on writings by mothers and daughters is due out soon. She threatens to leave her loyal readers of the Outlander series hanging while she starts another series. (See her web page.) For God sakes-quit milking the cash cow and give your readers what they deserve-a great ending to a (sometimes) superior series.
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Summary: Almost as good as the rest,
Review: While I didn't find this book quite as spellbinding as the first three I thought it was wonderful, and will look at it as a bridge to
(hopefully,) several more volumes in the saga of Claire and Jamie. Every time I start a new sequel I reread the previous volumes and they never, never fail to push me to the limits in all areas of the emotional spectrum. Each time I can't put them down, and I've not met anyone, male or female who has read them that doesn't feel the same.
I have only one fear for the future of Jamie, Claire, and the rest of the characters, and that would be to lose them to a poor screen adaptation. These characters are much to beautifully written to be slaughtered by desperate producers who want a cheap and fast product. If the author reads these reviews I hope she hears our plea for her to retain control of her amazing characters and their stories. In my opinion, (whether or not you want it,) I think Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio would be an excellent Claire, and have since I first picked up Outlander. She has way more humour and sass than most of the names I've seen mentioned so far, and her looks are right on. As for Jamie, we need a big, red, bearded,gruff, sensitive, funny, wonderful,guy. We're all already in love with him so good luck getting it right. A poor choice would ruin it all. It would be really icky to see some wimp's face in our minds,( for either part,) every time we picked up one of the books. I think we need to look to the ranks of talented supporting actors and extras and not over-rated big names, Jane Seymour and Liam Neeson? YUK!!!
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Summary: Good Book but not as good as the first three
Review: I liked this book but didn't like it as well as the first 3 books in this series. I didn't like Brianna and Roger. I guess I am having a hard time accepting Jamie and Claire getting older too. I felt there wasn't as much time spent on Jamie and Claire as Brianna and Roger which I didn't like. I'm hoping there will be a book 5 out because there are still some unanswered questions. Like how did Jamie kill Randall? Or did he? What happened to Jamie's son? I'll be looking forward to my questions answered.
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Summary: excellent romance adventure
Review: Enjoyed the continuing romance of Jamie and Claire.....would have liked more relationship development with "kids" prior to their increased responsibilities....some plot aspects seemed harsh.....can't always get a happy ending......how much longer until book 5 comes out.....I'd be happy to help out with the plot!
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Summary: It's like seeing an old friend again.
Review: I really like Ms. Gabaldon's books. Reading her books are like meeting a friend you haven't seen in two years.You don't need an introduction, just pick up the book and find out what your old friends "JAmie and Claire" have been up to. "Outlander" was my favorite and "Voyager my least favorite.I really enjoyed "Drums" because of the feeling of warmth of the main characters.Again I have to wait to find out about Briana and the baby. Keep writing -Diana-QUICKLY.
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Summary: This chapter of the lives of the Frasers is a turning point.
Review: ...with the potential of a new direction for the next generation. A young couple, starting out with their history of the future(?) the Revolution ahead of them (or is it behind them?!?) -- looks like a gathering of strength to start the next saga. Maybe this single book one wasn't a 10, but if you take all 4 as a whole (just divided so the huge story is in manageable-sized volumes), it's an inescapable fact that Ms. Gabaldon has given many of us an immense amount of reading pleasure. Thanks!
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Summary: I FELL IN LOVE ALL OVER AGAIN!
Review: I HAVE RE-READ ALL OF MS. GALBALDON'S BOOKS AT LEAST FIVE TIMES. EACH TIME IT'S LIKE VISITING OLD FRIENDS. THE HISTORICAL REFERENCES FROM A PERSONAL POINT OF VIEW INTRIQUE ME-IS THAT HOW I'D FEEL? AS FOR JAMIE-WELL, YOU ALL KNOW WHAT WE THINK. I ADMIRE THE CHARACTER OF CLAIRE AND HER UNIQUE SLANT ON LIFE-TRAGIC OR MAGIC. DRUMS OF AUTUMN GAVE ME MORE INFORMATION (OR LEAST I OBSORBED MORE) ON THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR THAN HIGH-SCHOOL CLASSES DID, AND MUCH MORE ENTERTAINING. I HATE TO COME TO THE END OF A BOOK AND I HAVE TO ADMIT THAT I'M SEVERELY ADDICTED TO JAMIE & CLAIRE.
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Summary: This series is a terrific read!
Review: I recently discovered the Outlander series and I loved all four of these books. History, adventure, humor and romance. What more could one ask? Diana Gabaldon is a wonderful story teller. I found myself wishing to meet Jamie and Claire, such is the strength of their character. I admit to feeling and intense dislike for Brianna in this last book, however. Seems like she could do with a good spanking, and Jamie is the man to do it. As for talk of a movie, how about Kristin Scott Thomas as Claire and Liam Neeson as Jamie? Yes, I know he's Irish, but he played a Scot before in Rob Roy and he is the only actor I can think of with both the talent and the massive presence to portray Jamie.
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Summary: TAKES YOU AWAY
Review: DIANA TRULY IS ONE OF THE BEST AUTHORS IN THE WORLD. HER WRITING LITERALLY TAKES YOU AWAY WITH HER DETAILED ACCOUNTS OF LIFE AS IT WAS THEN. THE LOVE STORY IS WONDERFUL AND BREATHTAKING. A MUST READ!!!!
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Summary: Not as good a the first 3, but a must to the Gabaldon-fan
Review: Now, I was really in love with Jamie through the first three books, I even had to visit the Fraser gravestone in Culloden. "Drums" doesn't have the gripping speed of the other books, there where no major historical events, the plot in the backwater of the Carolinas had a narrow focus. I'd have loved it if Diana would have taken the chance to elaborate on Native American history. There was a start, sure, but a little bit meager. But I did read the whole book and I couldn't stop, so that should say something. At first I was incredibly angry at Jamie for treating Roger like he did, but then one tends to forget that Jamie is a man of the 18th century. That is one reason why he is so fascinating. And if you still like a book, even when the hero behaves badly, then the author got it right. The amazing thing is that I really don't believe in that kind of love, I'd have dumped that red-headed sweet bastard long since, would never have forgiven some things he did.And still I found myself yearning for a man like that. Claire surely is an amazing character. I particularly liked the way she didn't fret and didn't bother to find herself to the ellbows in blood from the very beginnig. The medical details are fascinating, so is the historical background. But like other readers, I'm waiting for the two to return to Scotland.And take Brianna with them. I want to hear more of Roger too. He was one of the characters, who really experienced a major development. First he seemed a little bit boring, but now he's really cute and didn't deserve to be so badly treated by Jamie.God I was furious. I rarely find myself so agitated by a book, I even found myself telling the last news of Jamie and Claire to a friend as if it was real. Despite the critics, a great compliment to Diana Gabaldon
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