Sweeping historical epic set in England, Scotland and France in the mid-18th Century Lord John Grey is a man at the centre of the political upheavals that rocked Britain in the mid-18th Century. The Jacobites are still a threat, and the old enemy, France, is ready and willing to exploit the situation to its own advantage. London, Edinburgh and Paris are hotbeds of espionage, intrigue and murder. Lord John, having been removed from London for some time, appears to be above the plotting and does not appear to have any allegiance to one clique or another. So when murder happens, and seems to be the result of French espionage, he is the one who seems best placed to be able to unravel the knots...But who is John Grey, where do his allegiances lie, and who, in the long run, will he follow and serve?
Lord John And The Private Matter
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Gabaldon is a born storyteller (Los Angeles Daily News )
The writing is superb - lush, evocative, sensual, with a wealth of historical detail (Library Journal )
History comes deliciously alive on the page (New York Daily News )
Triumphant... Her use of historical detail and a truly adult love story confirm Diana Gabaldon as a superior writer (Publishers Weekly )
A blockbuster hit (Wall Street Journal ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
The writing is superb - lush, evocative, sensual, with a wealth of historical detail (Library Journal )
History comes deliciously alive on the page (New York Daily News )
Triumphant... Her use of historical detail and a truly adult love story confirm Diana Gabaldon as a superior writer (Publishers Weekly )
A blockbuster hit (Wall Street Journal ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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THE GRIPPING NEW HISTORICAL ADVENTURE FROM INTERNATIONAL #1 BESTSELLER DIANA GABALDON (20031017)
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I had put off reading this one after liking the Cross Stitch series so much because I couldn't imagine life without Jamie & Claire. However, I eventually succumbed and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Set against a fascinating backdrop of seedy 18th century London, Lord John's character is expanded up well. And the opening page is a gem!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By "jdunato3"
Format:Paperback
Although the plot of this short mystery could be better, I find it far more entertaining than Gabaldon's Outlander books, where all the focus seems to be on the unchanging, implausably firm (yet tempestuous) relationship of Jamie and Claire. Lord John is such a refreshment when he appears in the series and he certainly deserves more space. I have rarely encountered a character so interesting, intelligent and well-written.
Besides that, despite the somewhat disappointing ending, this novel is a page-turner and Gabaldon's reconstruction of the 18th century London, especially its more obscure parts, is quite amazing.
Besides that, despite the somewhat disappointing ending, this novel is a page-turner and Gabaldon's reconstruction of the 18th century London, especially its more obscure parts, is quite amazing.
54 of 57 people found the following review helpful
By Liz
Format:Hardcover
I just finished reading Lord John & the Private Matter and I would have to recommend everyone reading this review to beg, borrow or steal a copy NOW! While I felt that her previously published novel "The Fiery Cross" wasn't as good as the other books in the Outlander series, Lord John has in bundles what The Fiery Cross lacked - concise, interesting storyline and evolving characters.
Lord John & the Private Matter tells of Lord John Grey's exploits in London in 1757, shortly after leaving Jamie at Helwater (as told in Voyager). Lord John becomes involved in the investigation the murder of Sgt O'Connell, a soldier from his regiment who is suspected of treason (namely selling military information to the enemy) & wife-beating. At the same time, he is suspicious of the Hon Joseph Trevelyan, the fiance of his cousin Olivia, who appears to have syphillis. However, as Lord John gets further embroiled in his investigations (visiting varoius brothels along the way!), he discovers the two may actually be linked....but how?
Lord John Grey & the Private Matter is the best book I've read in quite some time - it is a real page-turner, with plenty of twist & turns and the characters & places are intriguing & well-developed. The story is by turns amusing and tragic with a bit of sauciness thrown in between. I would recommend this book with no hesitations whatso ever. Enjoy!
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Read it and love it
Super book by a superb author. Lord John is a delightfully "decent" man in an age when his sexual orientation is frowned upon, ignored, or considered a major crime. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Mrs. Jennifer A. Mander
5.0 out of 5 stars
My hero!
I love this guy!
Great fun. Forget the present and escape to a time of valour and honour!
You feel part of his story while reading this book.
Great fun. Forget the present and escape to a time of valour and honour!
You feel part of his story while reading this book.
Published 22 days ago by Connie Martin
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lord John & the Private Matter
I thoroughly enjoy all Diana Gabaldon's books & from my point of view would have given this 5 stars but realise that it might not appeal to some people as she is very outspoken.
Published 3 months ago by Penny Jane
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great insight into what Lord Jon gets up to when he's not with Claire...
Really enjoyed this - its great to get a glimpse into Lord John's world aside from his associations with Claire & Jamie in the Outlander series, these short stories/novels really... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Helen Leahy
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Lord John and the Private Matter
I have read most of Diana Gabaldon books and enjoyed all of them. This was really out of sequence for me, as I had read several "further on" in the story, but I still... Read more
Published 3 months ago by GRACE WOODHEAD
4.0 out of 5 stars
missed the scot
I enjoyed this book but, I didn't realise how much I would miss Jamie Fraser.John grey is a pleasure to journey through London with. Good book in all :)
Published 6 months ago by P tree
1.0 out of 5 stars
TOO BORING FOR WORDS
I think the author was having a very bad case of writers block when hatching this.should have owned up n spared us all.
Published 13 months ago by Choices "Delo
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not CJ Sansom, beware!
I have read 'Pillars' and the fantastic Shardlake novels. I was searching around for another writer of historical fiction and the reviews for this book seemed fine. Read more
Published on 15 Sep 2010 by Mr. M. A. Walton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lord John: a great character
While I'd never heard of the Outlander series I loved this book about Lord John. The historical detail was impressive, the idea of a gay character (whose sexuality is present and... Read more
Published on 9 May 2010 by M_rose
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lord john....Diane Galbadon
I am not so keen on the Loed John books but each to their own many will find this first class.
Published on 16 Mar 2010 by Mrs. Jacqueline Hollinshead
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