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'A rich and pacey novel' (WOMAN'S OWN )
'an enjoyable read that will teach you a great deal about 18th century history' (CATHOLIC HERALD )
'an enjoyable read that will teach you a great deal about 18th century history' (CATHOLIC HERALD )
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The triumphant seventh novel in the bestselling phenomenon that is the Outlander series.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a great fan of the whole Outlander series, having read the books more than once, I was super excited to get Echo in the Bone. However, having read it, I am more disappointed than I have been with any book in a long time.
The story seemed very disjointed with "additional characters" entering but not being given enough page space to become real, and others, like Lord John (who has his own series, which is written more recently) getting far too much space. Though even this would have been ok, if his story actually made sense - not wanting to spoil it for all you who haven't read the book, but what was he doing - maybe I dozed off and missed the one paragraph of text which explained his part in the book.
Cliffhangers - well I feel a little abused, I have all the other books and would happily have bought the next one, I didn't need to feel that I had to because this was only half a book. It ended and I honestly went looking for the rest of it, as it just didn't seem finished, did the publishers split what should be a fantastic book into two?
For the sake of the series, I would say keep reading, but as a book on it's own, well I doubt it would convince anyone to read the others.
The story seemed very disjointed with "additional characters" entering but not being given enough page space to become real, and others, like Lord John (who has his own series, which is written more recently) getting far too much space. Though even this would have been ok, if his story actually made sense - not wanting to spoil it for all you who haven't read the book, but what was he doing - maybe I dozed off and missed the one paragraph of text which explained his part in the book.
Cliffhangers - well I feel a little abused, I have all the other books and would happily have bought the next one, I didn't need to feel that I had to because this was only half a book. It ended and I honestly went looking for the rest of it, as it just didn't seem finished, did the publishers split what should be a fantastic book into two?
For the sake of the series, I would say keep reading, but as a book on it's own, well I doubt it would convince anyone to read the others.
138 of 144 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This latest instalment in the Cross Stitch (US-Outlander) series is as good as Gabaldon gets.
Fast paced, it switches a lot between viewpoints of different characters and sometimes you have read a couple of paragraphs before realising that the action has moved to a different location and who is talking. I really liked that aspect of it. The whole book was incredibly entertaining and will re-unite you with just about everyone you love in the series.
For the first time we have extensive sections about Jamie's son William and especially towards the end of the book he becomes more fully integrated into the storyline. Lord John, too, is back and whilst everyone will understand his storyline, those that have read the Lord John books will have the perk of picking up on some cross referencing to events in those. Some events involving those two will leave you gob smacked, promise. One section is appropriately named 'A series of short, sharp shocks'.
After finishing the previous book in the series, I had been concerned that maybe this book would mainly consist of us getting told events through the letters found in the wooden box. I am glad to say that whilst yes, they do appear, they are only a small part of it and we mainly see 'live action'. Talking of letters, the only part I found a little boring were a couple of letters written by William to his step-father, mainly because details of military campaigns are not a favourite topic of mine.
We do get to hear a lot more from Brianna, Roger and the kids, something I think most readers were very much hoping for. If you have read the excerpts that have been available pre-publishing, you'll be surprised at what turns out to be the danger lurking in the tower at Lallybroch, the explanation for which in turn, leads to a whole series of events that towards the end leaves you with a rotten, and I must say in my case, not anticipated cliffhanger. But there is balance as several events come to pass that we have anticipated for quite some time.
I am extremely grateful to Diana Gabaldon that whilst Jamie and Claire are still 'at it', the sex scenes are still neither repetitive, nor overdone, nor do you get the impression they are put in as page fillers or to add some dubious shock value to the book. If only one or two other authors would take note.
On the negative side, Williams letters apart, there wasn't a great deal. I was on such a constant high that I had no trouble dealing with the inevitable battles in-between (which as mentioned, aren't my thing). The worst thing is, I now have to wait however long, for the next book.
Update: after re-reading the book and listening to it on audio as well, I still love it. I think it is only natural that everyone has their favourite characters and some they are not so keen on. Having read and taken part in several discussions about it, I would say that for those readers who want Jamie and Claire to be centre stage all the time, this book will not be their favourite. For those who like me, have an equal interest in what happens to some of the others, this book certainly delivers.
Fast paced, it switches a lot between viewpoints of different characters and sometimes you have read a couple of paragraphs before realising that the action has moved to a different location and who is talking. I really liked that aspect of it. The whole book was incredibly entertaining and will re-unite you with just about everyone you love in the series.
For the first time we have extensive sections about Jamie's son William and especially towards the end of the book he becomes more fully integrated into the storyline. Lord John, too, is back and whilst everyone will understand his storyline, those that have read the Lord John books will have the perk of picking up on some cross referencing to events in those. Some events involving those two will leave you gob smacked, promise. One section is appropriately named 'A series of short, sharp shocks'.
After finishing the previous book in the series, I had been concerned that maybe this book would mainly consist of us getting told events through the letters found in the wooden box. I am glad to say that whilst yes, they do appear, they are only a small part of it and we mainly see 'live action'. Talking of letters, the only part I found a little boring were a couple of letters written by William to his step-father, mainly because details of military campaigns are not a favourite topic of mine.
We do get to hear a lot more from Brianna, Roger and the kids, something I think most readers were very much hoping for. If you have read the excerpts that have been available pre-publishing, you'll be surprised at what turns out to be the danger lurking in the tower at Lallybroch, the explanation for which in turn, leads to a whole series of events that towards the end leaves you with a rotten, and I must say in my case, not anticipated cliffhanger. But there is balance as several events come to pass that we have anticipated for quite some time.
I am extremely grateful to Diana Gabaldon that whilst Jamie and Claire are still 'at it', the sex scenes are still neither repetitive, nor overdone, nor do you get the impression they are put in as page fillers or to add some dubious shock value to the book. If only one or two other authors would take note.
On the negative side, Williams letters apart, there wasn't a great deal. I was on such a constant high that I had no trouble dealing with the inevitable battles in-between (which as mentioned, aren't my thing). The worst thing is, I now have to wait however long, for the next book.
Update: after re-reading the book and listening to it on audio as well, I still love it. I think it is only natural that everyone has their favourite characters and some they are not so keen on. Having read and taken part in several discussions about it, I would say that for those readers who want Jamie and Claire to be centre stage all the time, this book will not be their favourite. For those who like me, have an equal interest in what happens to some of the others, this book certainly delivers.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read all the series and always longed for the next book. However I didn't feel the usual buzz when I finished 'Snow and Ashes' Ms Gabaldon has lost the plot I feel. I don't really care what happens to Claire or Jamie anymore! I'm 100 pages into 'An Echo In The Bone' and I'm bored. I can't plod along through the rest. I'm going to have to put it away and read it when I'm desperate for something to pass the time! Such a shame that a brilliant series has just tapered out like that. And a shame that a lot of loyal fans will be disappointed! Shame on you Diana.
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One of the best in the series
I love the crossstitich series, but thought that some of the later books lacked the oomph of the first 2. This book however was back to the Gabaldon magic ! Read more
Published 25 days ago by Mrs Laura May
Another great read
Had taken a break from Outlander series and found this whilst searching for something else. Very excited to find it and not disappointed. Read more
Published 1 month ago by gavagcla
Excellent!
It's the 6th book that I buy and I'm very satisfied! :)
The product is as it was descrided! I love it! It arrived earlier than expected!
The product is as it was descrided! I love it! It arrived earlier than expected!
Published 3 months ago by Maria P.
Cliff-hanger? - Yes, but GOOD, as ever!
I don't intend to review the whole book, as so many people have already done so. Yes, like all the others I love to read about Jamie & Clare, but I have really loved the whole... Read more
Published 4 months ago by S. Parker
She just can't be bothered anymore
Get the feeling Diana is tired of Jamie & Claire, but doesn't like the fact that most of her readers haven't taken to her newer ones. We don't like them Diana. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lady Lisa
Didn't Live Up to Expectations
I picked this up 2nd hand based on the description and it seemed to tick several boxes for me: historical setting + crossover between past and present. Read more
Published 5 months ago by S. Hartwell
A one story wonder but what a story!!!
Diana Gabaldon seems to be good for only one story as her other attempts have failed miserably for me but the one story has been amazing from the start to the current book. Read more
Published 11 months ago by P. A. Essex
fabuous latest from Diana
Diana Gabaldon is my favourite author, and have followed these stories from the first one (cross stitch) just can't put these stories down. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Annabelle
An Echo in the Bone
This is yet another gripping tale by Diana Gabaldon,I couldn't put it down.She discribes the American revolution in such detail you feel as if you are there with them. Read more
Published 12 months ago by B. M. J. Marshall
no verra good
As someone who has read all of these books. I can only say as Jamie would "no verra good".
If I had wanted to read about Lord John I would have purchased another Lord John... Read more
If I had wanted to read about Lord John I would have purchased another Lord John... Read more
Published 13 months ago by elizabeth
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