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Summary: Too much violence, not enough love
Review: I bought this book on the strength of nearly 350 positive online reader reviews. I was misled about what the book would be like by all 350. I expected the book would be at its core a romance between heroine and hero. But I had to wait until page 266 for the first kiss. Prior to that page, the hero is shot by a musket, stabbed by a bayonet, twice whipped by a cat o' nine tails, pummeled by a big man with huge fists, and attacked by many fists in a bar brawl. All these in separate scenes. Meanwhile the heroine is nearly raped by the English, abducted by the Scottish, mauled by a gang of drunks, and viciously punched in the stomach by an army captain. "The squealing went on, rising to an inhuman pitch as the heavy body toppled to one side, driving the protruding dagger hilt-deep in the hairy flesh." Thus died a wild boar. But not before the boar had fatally injured one of its hunters. The first kiss, when it arrives, is formally not for its own sake but to avoid being murdered or imprisoned by third parties. Which is definitely not what I was looking for! I was looking for a romance. After page 266, the romance begins to pick up, but the violence keeps on happening. I quit reading it half way through primarily because I am bored by violence and bloodshed. I think it is interesting that none of the 350 reviewers clued me in in that regard.
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Summary: Amazing!
Review: I've only read two books this year that I could describe as spellbinding. The Triumph and the Glory. And Outlander. WOW!
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Summary: Simply the best!
Review: A friend suggested I try this one and luckily I was on vacation because I didn't stop reading until I finished the entire thing! This is an amazing story with great characters, humor and passion. You'll fall in love with Jaime and Claire and will immediately want to read the rest of the series to find out what happens to them. Don't be put off by the length-- once you're finished, you'll wish it had been longer.Diana Gabaldon has an incredible gift for writing that pulls you into the story and makes you feel as if you were there experiencing the story for yourself. An absolute must-read! I can't wait until she publishes numbers 5 and 6!
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Summary: Absolutely the most fascinating fiction I have ever read.
Review: I can`t recommend Diana`s Outlander series highly enough! I have been reading her books over and over for years and even travelled to Scotland to visit Culloden battlefield, a truly moving place! I can rightfully say that Diana has enriched my life by creating such lovable, complex characters like Jamie, Claire, John Grey,. etc. and by setting them against such an historically interesting ,and very tragic, background.Diana has a true understanding of human nature and a fine sense of humour, and we can all learn from her in many ways. Thanks, Diana!
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Summary: Good But Too Long
Review: I liked the plot of the book. The idea was interesting but I found it far too long. It seemed to me that the authour just tried to stick a bunch of stuff in to have a Big Book. She could have probably cut out 150 pages without losing anything of the story.
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Summary: Excelent!!
Review: When I brought this book with me on a weekend to the beach I had no intention of reading it. But as it happened it rained the whole time and to ocupy my time I read this wonderful book. Ms. Gabaldon is an excelent author and she makes you believe that you are really living in the book. For me this book is up there with Crocodile on the Sandbank, Excelent Work.
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Summary: A Great read, adventure, magic, romance, history.
Review: This is one of those books that makes my kids wonder about me. I guess there is nothing more embarrasing than having a "soccer mom" snickering while she reads a book by the sidelines of the practice field. This book had me laughing out load and wiping my eyes. What a great summer escape to the Scottish Highlands. The characters of Jamie and Claire, Frank and Jack are fleshed out in amazingly rich detail and color.
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Summary: The best book I've ever read!!!!
Review: I have never liked historical books of any kind but one of my friends convinced me to read this book. What a joy! I throughly enjoyed the wonderful characters, setting and storyline. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.
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Summary: CAPTIVATING!
Review: A must read! Absolutely captivating. Will not be able to put down. This book will be loved by both men and women.
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Summary: THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ!!!!
Review: I loved this book and I have read it three times! I have ordered the Outlandish Companion and I am desperate to recieve it!!! I can't wait!!! I love these books if anyone else enjoyed them as much i did please recommend your other favorites :)
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