Historical Fiction

Probably the best of all DG's books. The characters are compelling the story line is interesting and just complex enough to demand your attention. I LOVE the historical connections and the geographic explorations. It's endearing and adventuresome. ( )

While trying to track down the truth about another soldier who may have embezzled military funds and engaged in treasonous acts, Lord John Grey is compelled by his brother to travel to Ireland with Jamie Fraser as an escort. Neither Lord John nor Jamie are enthused at the prospect, especially as their last encounter at Helwater ended very poorly. But as the two conduct their investigation, they'll uncover a plot that will push them closer to the strange friendship they've had since Ardsmuir Prison.

My summary of the plot of this Lord John novel doesn't really do it justice. Suffice to say that it holds plenty to enjoy for series fans, particularly if you're fascinated by the things Jamie was up to in the decades when he and Claire were apart. Excellent historical fiction as always with a small dose of the supernatural. Highly recommended. ( )

Jamie Fraser and Lord John Grey work together to prevent a Jacobite uprising in Ireland.

Interesting characters and story but a few historical inaccuracies. ( )

Like so many of the Gabaldon books, I started this as an audio book, but I couldn't leave the story alone for the whole weekend (I listen on my work commute), so I blew through the rest of it as a regular book. The audio was fine, although I prefer the way Davina Porter does Jamie's voice and accent in the Outlander audio versions.
I'm very glad I still have An Echo in the Bone to read/listen to, since finishing this so quickly leaves me wanting more!
It did start out a little slowly, and I think making the first scene of the book one of Jamie masturbating was an odd choice...
But, the book picked up steam once John and Jamie were reunited in London, and I really enjoyed it. It was nice to have some plot gaps filled, and the story she told to accomplish that was worthwhile. I wish she'd taken it just a little further along the timeline of Jamie and John rebuilding their friendship, but maybe that will happen in the next one. Please let there be a next one!
It was great to see Tom Byrd again, and I enjoyed the little interactions he had with Jamie. ( )