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Summary: There are no words to express how gifted this author is!
Review: Diana Gabaldon constantly amazes me with the depth of her talent. Drums Of Autumn was my least favorite in this series and I still thought it was 5 star material. Even though I find it a little depressing seeing Jamie and Claire age (probably because I just turned 30 :-)) I would adore these characters if all they could do was flirt with each other by flashing toothless grins from their rocking chairs. Excellent saga!
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Summary: Fantastic! (Consistent with the series)
Review: This book continues the gripping story of Clair and Jamie, two characters who never seem to become less interesting. Usually in romance novels with recurring characters I find myself becoming disappointed in the fact that timeless characters seem mortal. Diana Gabaldon does an excellent job of overcoming this issue by introducing new elements and challenges. Though I am a great fan of romances, most can be summarized quite easily (guy meets girl, there's an attraction, followed by a misunderstanding, then finally things are sorted out and the man confesses his love). Diana Gabaldon's series is so much more! This story is so engrossing that I'd be surprised to find anyone who hasn't enjoyed it. If you are considering a romance, please take my advice and pick up all the books in this series ASAP! You won't be disappointed.
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Summary: Please don't quit writing these books!
Review: This is the BEST series I have ever read. I read books quite fast, and these are just the ones I have been waiting for! They are interesting, dymanic, and have a great plot! I love Claire & Jamie, and want to keep on reading about their love and lives. I can't wait for the next book to be released.
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Summary: Excellent Series - Can't wait for the next book to come out
Review: The entire Outlander series has been great. The characters are so wonderful and the setting is so grand you feel that you can imagine being in Scotland in the 1700's. I travel a lot for work and I am in my car driving 2 - 3 hours at a time so I have listened to all four books on tape. It is a great way to pass the time I am currently listening to the series for the third time so I hope that the author comes out with a new book soon. Jamie and Clare feel like family and I would like them to come back for another visit real soon.
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Summary: I think I found the problem
Review: Although I don't believe that I could ever write as well as Ms. Gabaldon does, I think that the main problem with this book is the lack of direction. Outlander was motivated by Claire's determination first and indecision later to return to the 20th century. Dragonfly in Amber contained the drive of Claire and Jamie to save their loved ones from the folly of Charles Stewart. And Voyager had the search for Ian and the unraveling mystery of time travel. In DOA there is little motivation for the characters to do anything. The plot seems to be a quiet time between major events in the characters lives. Nothing that lends to the story as a whole. Brianna and Roger's jump to the past would have made more sense if there had been more development of their personalities. In this case Brianna is portrayed as a shadow of her father in almost every way. Roger isn't as shallow, but he shows no emotions other than frustration or lust. Neither of these characters can stand alone. What I missed most was the careful flashbacks and the banter between characters. There were none of the little explainations that occurred in the previous books. These explainations revealed a lot about each character through seeming insignificant moments and tied their thoughts to their actions. I hope that the next book will have more of these things. A note to Ms. G., please don't bow to the advise of your current editor/publlisher! You have many, many loyal fans; and we are buying the books- not them!!
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Summary: But wait, there's more!
Review: For all of you Jamie and Claire fans: you must read Sara Donati's book "Into the Wilderness". It is written in the same style at (almost) the same level. Our favourite couple even makes an appearance!! Diana Gabaldon was quoted on the cover and that's why I picked it up. What a treat. (It is about a fiesty couple in 18th cent. New England)
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Summary: Outstanding,Spellbinding,Non-Stop Adventure & Romance!!!
Review: This has got to be the greatest series ever written. What I love so much about it, is how Diana explains in full detail how a charactor or scenary looks. I feel as of I can actually see the people and there surroundings perfectly.I have just given the series to my Mom to read. I explained her that these are my Bibles and to take PERFECT care of them.I read the series at work and my co-workers thought I was crazy because every day they would see me crying or hear me laughing out loud...you should have seen me when I finished Drums of Autumn. I was so sad because I did not get to spend my days with Jamie and Claire any more. I can't wait until the 5th book comes out.I thank you so much Diana Gabaldon.
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Summary: Spellbinding romantic tale with lots of history thrown in.
Review: I was given Outlander as a retirement gift and have read the next two books so far. Spellbinding story-lots of passion and pretty gritty descriptions of everyday life in different places and times. It makes you feel somehow connected with these passionate people.
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Summary: Spellbinding, one by one all four books draw you in.
Review: I got Outlander on loan from a friend, and found myself needing the next before she got a chance to bring it to work. I went out and purchased the set of four and have reread them and loaned them out in between. Jamie has become a part of this twenty first century nurse's life,too. I have always loved this style of book but there are few words to really express the all encompassing thrill of running through the heather and smelling the fresh clean,preindustry air with these delightful and vibrant characters. They beckon you to delve through the stones.....
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Summary: I would like the storys to never stop
Review: I have not read it yet but I have it in my lap.I was wondering if any one was going to mention the characters,the frenchmen,Fergus and his new wife.Those are also important people in the past books.I will get back to you about "drums".I also want to say thanks to the author for having such a wonderful mind.Is this somewhat true in the books about the past in the 1700's with the Frasers if so I would love to find out about more on the Frasers because I am from scotish decent.
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