Usually, when we read an Outlander novel for the first time, readers cannot determine the character associated with the prologue, especially as new characters are introduced and become important. The prologue of Drums of Autumn is one of those. With a second read, it comes to the mind that it is Brianna’s point of view […]
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Outlander: Possible Origin of Black Jack’s Depravity
Recently, a moderator from Outlander Series, a Facebook Outlander Fan group, brought up the topic whether Black Jack’s actions to save or comfort his brother, Alex, makes him redeemable. He divulged military secrets to the Jacobites and married Mary Hawkins so that her child could carry the family name. My answer to this question is […]
Continue readingLord John Grey Series: Confirmation of Geillis Having Syphilis
While I was away, I was able to finish reading A Trail of Fire. This post will be mainly about a detail revealed in “Lord John and the Plague of Zombies,” the confirmation that Geillis had syphilis. In his interaction with her, Lord John recognizes the syphilitic infection. She rubbed absently at her forehead, and he […]
Continue readingOutlander: Summer Reading
I am going away for three weeks by the end of this week. Of course, I will be doing plenty of reading. I am taking with me a copy of A Trail of Fire. It includes the following novellas “Lord John and the Plague of Zombies,” and “The Space Between.” I finished reading “The Space […]
Continue readingTime Traveling in Game of Thrones and Outlander
Time-traveling in both Outlander and Game of Thrones has been in my head for the last few weeks. Until recently, only Outlander exhibited time-traveling as one of its fantasy elements. However, a recent episode of Game of Thrones, Episode 605 – “The Door,” revealed that greenseers are capable of some time-travelling. If you are not […]
Continue readingOutlander TV: Poetic Justice in Episode 211 – “Vengeance is Mine”
Poetic justice seems to be the norm in the last episodes of both Outlander and Game of Thrones. Sincerely, my whole expression became euphoric while watching both episodes to the point that my husband had to hold my hand to calm me down a little bit. I also apologize for my late post since I […]
Continue readingOutlander TV: Trauma and Military Training in Episode 209- “Je Suis Prest”
Episode 209 – “Je Suis Prest” – was enjoyable to watch. It includes many aspects of character development, beautiful music and a faithful portrayal of Highland warfare. The episode includes scenes in which Claire suffers from PTSD, and the differences between Jamie and Dougal regarding war are portrayed and juxtaposed. The training scenes depict the […]
Continue readingOutlander TV: “Best Laid Schemes” Lead to More Scheming and Ruin in Episode 206
One of the main themes in Episode 206, “Best Laid Schemes,” is that plotting, regardless of the cause, leads to more plotting and loses. Jamie and Claire are achieving their goal of preventing the second Jacobite Rebellion from happening. They even put their lives and those of loved ones, such as Murtagh and Fergus, at risk. […]
Continue readingOutlander Reread: The Prologue in Dragonfly in Amber
Since I am currently rereading Dragonfly In Amber, I decided to add a new subcategory to my Outlander category. It is called “Outlander Reread Project.” Basically, the posts will not be chapter summaries but details that most likely would be relevant later on. A Possible interpretation of the Prologue Claire reveals that she has been dreaming […]
Continue readingOutlander: What I found out in National Geographic Magazine
My husband and I were hoping to go to Capital Grille for Valentine’s Day. However, we could not get a reservation. As a result, we decided to book a dinner two weeks afterwards. At the same time, if you are a member of the MPC Prep Program, Valentine’s Day was also a rest day. It […]
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