Voyager (Outlander)
by Diana Gabaldon
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Book Reviews of Voyager (Outlander)
Book Review: Adventure Unfolds
Summary: 5 Stars
The Battle of Culloden (1745) destroyed the Scottish nation, which only in recent years has regained national sovereignty. I was hooked before OUTLANDER because my own ancestors were expelled from Scotland after the 1715 rebellion to become the Scotch-Irish who emigrated from Ireland in 1721 bringing the red hair and green eyes with them. The very interesting thing about these early Americans is that both the men and women could read and write.
Diana Gabaldon creates outstanding characters who bring them to vivid life, not just faded names on deeds, wills, and church records. The VOYAGER bring Claire Randall and James Fraizer back together again and moves them through many adventures including Jamie's sea sickness to the shores of the American continent.
The historical details and events are so accurate you hang on every word for the thrill of what will happen next and a window into the journey taken by your own.
Who can resist a love story so powerful and enduring it transcends time like that of Tristan and Isolde to become a part of the fabric of our language?
Nash Black, author of WRITING AS A SMALL BUSINESS and SINS OF THE FATHERS.
Book Review: Touching addition
Summary: 4 Stars
Rather than write a million page review on this book (nor any of the others for that matter) I have decided to save your eyes for the novel itself and only state a few honest points about the book, as I truly believe that is all you really want to know.
If you have read the previous two books (which I highly recommend you do if you have not) brace yourself for this one folks, as it certainly pumps the love blood back through the readers veins, allowing us - the ever devoted audience - to experience the energy between Jamie and Claire all over again.
Sure, the book is delivered at a steady pace (Diana never seems to rush these things, thankfully) allowing us time to absorb everything properly giving the story a full effect. It's big, it's detailed, but honestly - if it weren't, it would not remain true to the others, both before (Cross/Dragon) and after (Drums/Fiery/Snow).
The passion is back and the taste of adventure is in the wind.
Get it - you'll love it - and I will see you in the review section of Drums of Autumn.
Thanks for reading my review.
Book Review: Captivating!
Summary: 5 Stars
I first started reading this series a few years ago and highly await the next publication of the series. Written by a very talented Scottsdale, AZ author, Diana Gabaldon; this series of books is for anyone who wants to find a captivating read. The plot starts with a post World War II nurse who is visiting Scotland with her husband and accidentally steps through some stones back in time a few hundred years and how she has to adapt quickly to her surroundings in order to survive. She meets up with a band of Scottish highlanders who take her in and force her into marrying one of their own, the handsome Jamie who protects her from harm and the two end up madly in love. Sounds like a romance novel? Well, it is not. It is researched and written beautifully and you find yourself learning all there is to know about Scotland during this historical time. This novel is for history buffs and well versed readers. This is a series of books that lead us historically through time and place through the eyes of Clare and Jamie. After reading the first book, you will be looking to buy the rest of the series. Hooray for Diana Gabaldon!Book Review: An Amazing journey!
Summary: 5 Stars
Voyager shows us the journey of Jamie and Claire after their heartbreaking separation at the end of Dragonfly in Amber. What occurred during those twenty years? This novel jumps form 18th century Scotland with Jamie and current 1968 with Claire. Both are struggling to live without each other. This novel is really interesting because for the first time we have Jamie's point of view which I really enjoyed. I loved their reunion! It was so good and touching that I've read that part of the novel at least three times!
I didn't like the fact that Jamie and Claire were separated for so long. However, I think it adds to their character development because it was interesting to see them get to know each other again. I think Voyager is a better read than the second novel because we see both Jamie's and Claire's point of view. Plus, it was a little more interesting than the second novel in my opinion. Voyager is definitely worth the read if you've loved the series so far! I'm excited to continue on their journey!
Book Review: Voyager by Diana Gabaldon
Summary: 5 Stars
I have completed reading the Outlander series, but I would put "Voyager" as one of the best of the 7. Diana Gabaldon is an eloquent, articulate and fun author. If you are already up to this book, don't stop now! I am 52 years old, and these are the BEST books I have ever read. They have been a source of joy and might I add, obsession. I have read nearly 7000 pages from the first part of July until the first week of September...yes, books 1-7. I cannot hardly wait (have I a choice?), for the 8th chapter in the lives of Jamie and Claire. I am enchanted and captivated. I love historical novels, and these have been EXCEPTIONAL. Diana Galbaldon has brought characters to life in a most real, pragmatic way, with humor and life lessons and golden moments (albeit sometimes tarnished) in history, from Scotland through the beginning of our wonderful country/American History. If you like love stories, this is the finest, full of love, respect and sexual undertones. But, isn't that real life? Thank you Diana!