• Dragonfly in Amber

  • Outlander, Book 2
  • By: Diana Gabaldon
  • Narrated by: Davina Porter
  • Length: 38 hrs and 54 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (45,789 ratings)

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Dragonfly in Amber

By: Diana Gabaldon
Narrated by: Davina Porter
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Publisher's summary

New York Times best-selling author Diana Gabaldon enchanted scores of fans with Outlander, her electrifying historical saga set in 18th-century Scotland. Now the sequel sweeps listeners back into the past as Claire relates more of her perilous sojourn there with her Scottish warrior husband, James Fraser. Twenty years after her strange journey back in time, Claire has returned to Scotland with her daughter, determined to share with her the secret she has harbored since her time travel. Still longing to know the fate of her beloved warrior, she recounts the story of her stay with him in the intrigue-ridden court of Charles Stuart and their attempt to avert the doomed Highlands uprising at Culloden. As her story unfolds, it reveals implications more far-reaching than even Claire could have guessed.

Narrator Davina Porter's gift for expression captures the history and flavor of a harsh place and time, and gives it the polish of a warm and engaging love story.

©1992 Diana Gabaldon (P)1998 Recorded Books

Critic reviews

"Compulsively readable." (Publishers Weekly)
"A winning combination of vivid imagination and good common sense." (Kirkus)
"Diana Gabaldon is a born storyteller." (Arizona Republic)

Featured Article: Jamie Fraser—An Outlander Character Guide


To understand what makes listeners love Outlander, you have to understand the characters. So, here is your guide to Jamie Fraser, the romantic lead and one of the major driving forces behind the Outlander series. At the heart of the story is the romance between Jamie and Claire, two people who ultimately would not let time or distance—even hundreds of years—keep them apart. He is fiercely loyal and will protect his family and loved ones at all costs.

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Wonderfully vivid detail

The characters are splendidly laid out and relatable. This series it truly a beautiful tale of love, loss, happiness, and turmoil... every emotion in a symphony of words. I highly recommend this one, and Davina Porter does an amazing job at capturing the characters and their intended personalities. You feel as if you’re watching a play rather than listening to a book. The images conjured are some of the best. You won’t be disappointed with getting this book or any others in the Outlander line.

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Dragonfly in Amber

The novel is superb and the audio book is outstanding and well worth buying. Enjoy the magic.

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Mesmerizing

The story continually wove throughout time and brought the reader to the cliff's edge at the end of the book waiting to jump to the next. This reader will begin book three immediately.

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Enjoyed it so much

I really loved this book, I didn't want to stop listening to it. The narrator is brilliant and really pulls you into the story. On to the next one.

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I love these books

I've written three or four times and now I'm listening to him really makes my mind open up

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Historical Romance At Its Finest

The Outlander series is one of a kind. There are many books and shows about people traveling back in time, but none of them have as much class or rich history as Outlander. I was skeptical about starting this series because I knew there would be a lot of graphic scenes, but the books are so much more than that! The storyline captured my heart, and I couldn't stop listening!

Dragonfly in Amber begins with Claire returning to Scotland with her daughter, Briana. Keeping a secret that will shake Briana's identity, Claire decides that after twenty years of secrecy, it's time to tell her the truth.
Back in 1743, however, Claire and Jaime travel to Paris in an attempt to stop the Jacobite rising. Met with many surprises and trials along the way, their task proves to be harder than they expected and test the foundation of their relationship. Will Claire and Jaime succeed in thwarting Bonnie Prince Charlie's plan, or will they have to face the slaughter waiting for them at Culloden?

I loved this book! To me, it was a lot better than the first one. I enjoyed the story, the details, the progression, and the ending. I have fallen even more in love with Claire and Jaime after finishing this book, and can't wait to begin Voyager!

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loved it

husband is Scottish love his ancestry. I am Scottish by marriage! loved the stories in book form now on audible to and from work and the long rides up North!

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loved this series!

Couldn't stop listening. went through it fast. love to.listening while diing just about everything! Can't wait to listen to the next book!

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Nice Second book.

Excellent narration performance. Compelling story. Some endless dialogues were a bit too much. But overall, a good reading.

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A story told in such a way, that it feels real!

The books are definitely much better than the tv series. I laughed more. I cried more. Every character, every experience, the fear, the doubt was very real.

The narrator was exceptional. Thank you to both author and narrator for bringing to life a wonderful love story!

Just a side note. This story does contain blasphemy. I’m not a fan of that.

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