• Outlander

  • Outlander, Book 1
  • By: Diana Gabaldon
  • Narrated by: Davina Porter
  • Length: 32 hrs and 38 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (78,443 ratings)

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Outlander

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

This stunning blend of historical romance and time traveling adventure has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulted author Diana Gabaldon to the top of the New York Times best seller list. Outlander introduces an exhilarating world of heroism and breathtaking thrills as one woman is torn between past and present, passion and love.

In 1945, former combat nurse Claire Randall returns from World War II and joins her husband for a second honeymoon. Their blissful reunion is shattered when she touches a boulder in an ancient stone ruin and is instantly transported to 1743 Scotland, a place torn by war and raiding border clans. Will Claire find her way back to her own time, or is her destiny forever linked with Clan MacKenzie and the gallant James Fraser?

©1991 Diana Gabaldon (P)1997 Recorded Books, LLC.

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"Davina Porter maintains the distinct voices she creates for each character throughout the lengthy narration. Her delivery of 18th-century language sounds authentic and is easily understandable." (AudioFile)

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Loved it...

This is so much better than the show....although I love that Sam! He is Jamie.

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Wibbley wobbled timey wimey hey HEY hey !

This is an incredible narration. I've never heard masculine and Feminine articulated so perfectly by a single person. Time traveling erotica with a great care to history.

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Great narration

if youre looking for high class literature, this probably isn't it. But if you're looking for a well told narrative with excellent narration to pass the time commuting or otherwise, I'd say you've found your book. I really enjoyed it, and I don't typically go in for romance. For those who complained about graphic sexual content, I'd say they must have pretty vivid imaginations, because for the most part there were suggestions, but not descriptions of physical intimacy.

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surprised me, couldn't put it down

What did you love best about Outlander?

I don't usually like this type of book, but it held my inteerest until I couldn't put it down.

What did you like best about this story?

the character's in this story were very believable and not over the top. Some of the things that happened to the characters were shocking and heart pounding. the story was a roller coaster of emotions. Some stories are a good read but you just sit there, NOT THIS ONE!

Which character – as performed by Davina Porter – was your favorite?

Jamie, the voices she gave to each one enabled the listener to see the character in their mind.

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

yes but it's too long, I did lose sleep staying up into the night listening but it still took several days, I admit I rushed each time to get back to it.

Any additional comments?

I have purchased the rest of the books in this series

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Outlander

I enjoyed reading Outlander, listening to it afterwards was wonderful! The narrator's voice helped bring the character to life.

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Simply Marvelous

Excellent, book for any reader. It is filled with adventure suspense and steamy passion. It is the type of book you will not put down until ye, are finished. On to book two!

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Captivating and ADDICTIVE

Would you listen to Outlander again? Why?

Yes. I am making my way through the Outlander series. I would like to go back and start through again, picking up details I may have missed or forgotten.

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

The tv series was what brought my attention to the books. I felt the attention to detail was amazing and found the books more so.

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I enjoyed the book immensely and immediately started on the second. The narrator is so easy to listen to. The moment Claire or Jamie start speaking, you know who it is by the tone and inflection. I find myself looking for any opportunity to listen, even if for only a few minutes at a time. The relationships of the characters are realistic and detailed. Very enjoyable listen! I am so addicted to this series already!

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I choose love...

This book is really good!! The narration...even better. Davina Porter is excellent. It does have its moments of brutality but that was suited to the times and it did make me cringe many times. This book is filled with history, love, and making hard decisions. I loved it...on to part two!

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great book

love the book and the performance. well written keeps you entertained. the storyteller is amazing

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Fantastic!

A great story and fantastic narration! just like the series on stars. I can't wait to listen to the next book.

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