• An Echo in the Bone

  • Outlander, Book 7
  • By: Diana Gabaldon
  • Narrated by: Davina Porter
  • Length: 45 hrs and 59 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (26,098 ratings)

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An Echo in the Bone

By: Diana Gabaldon
Narrated by: Davina Porter
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Diana Gabaldon's immensely popular Outlander saga soars to new heights with this seventh novel, which takes listeners on a breathtaking journey to 1777 America.

Jamie Fraser knows from his time-traveling wife Claire that, no matter how unlikely it seems, America will win the Revolutionary War. But that truth offers little solace, since Jamie realizes he might find himself pointing a weapon directly at his own son - a young officer in the British army.

And Jamie isn't the only one with a tormented soul - for Claire may know who wins the conflict, but she certainly doesn't know whether or not her beloved Jamie survives.

Epic in scope and featuring a colorful cast that includes many legendary figures - including hero-turned-traitor Benedict Arnold and bawdy statesman Benjamin Franklin - An Echo in the Bone is a thrill from start to finish.

©2009 Diana Gabaldon (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC

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Awesome!

I love the Outlander series. Diana just paints a picture with word and the story just unfolds in front of us. I feel like I know the people.

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I love this series!

Another wonderful listen. I’m listening for the second time and it’s better than the first. It’s amazing!

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STUNNING

Absolutely wonderful , laugh , cry, sit in the edge of you chair. Heart warming , loyalty . Million stars🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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So much detail!

I listened to this audio book during my long commutes to work, picking up my kids and during the holiday travel of 2016. While this book (and really every book since Outlander and DIA) lacked the excitement of battle and mystery, it was very captivating. I found myself slogging through some of the William parts but very much enjoyed the relationship he has with Lord John and eventually, Claire. I was actually a little surprised to have the book end so abruptly. I respect Diana so much for the research that she does and the effort she puts into making all of the tiny pieces fit. If you're from the south, you'll know some of the places in North Carolina that she mentions. It makes all of these unbelievable things seem real when she weaves in actual people and places.

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A great story, perfect match of reader to Story

What made the experience of listening to An Echo in the Bone the most enjoyable?

The consistency of the story, the thread of characters and twist through what may or may not have happened in the past. I am really eager for the next book, I would love to see what happens with the little one….. without giving the story line away

What does Davina Porter bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I think the match between the author and Davina is PERFECT. I think it sooo wise to retain Davita, she has so got into the characters, is consistent in tone, un-written interpretations. I love listening to her!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I have listened to this series end to end 3 times now..... yeah, ok I'm an addict.... I really like the story.

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Masterful

If you could sum up An Echo in the Bone in three words, what would they be?

Amazing story teller

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jamie Fraser and Claire - they are believable characters in an unordinary situation. Their trials and tribulations are physically painful to the reader, their humour is palpable and their love is all most of us ever dream of.

Have you listened to any of Davina Porter’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have listened to all of the Diana Gabaldon series that Davina has read, and I think that she is amazing! I've listened to some of her other author (readings), and was not quite as impressed.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Outlander continues

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Fantastic

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hanging questions

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I have enjoyed this particular series very much. One of the particular aspects I liked was that each book was complete within itself. One did not have to buy the next book to finish the book before it. No cliff hangers. With Echo that fine tradition was stopped.

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An Echo into the Bone

Another home run by Diana Gabaldon! Make sure you read the books written previous.
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Fascinating story

I am in love with all characters including Rollo. The account of the warfare is realistic. The dangling storyline keeps you on your toes and ready for the next book.

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