• Outlander

  • Outlander, Book 1
  • By: Diana Gabaldon
  • Narrated by: Davina Porter
  • Length: 32 hrs and 38 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (78,421 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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Long listen but good

Really wishing there was an abridged version. Committing 25 hours to listening took weeks. Good captivating story, interesting storyline I'm looking forward to wear it goes

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Excellent!

Great narration with voices and accents changes well done. Wonderful, engaging and exciting story! Hard to put away.

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Outlander

Amazing book!! Worth the read or listen as the case may be. I read the book first, and it is just as good listening to someone read it.

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strong performance

The narrator was truly captivating and gave such life to the story. Claire and Jaime's journey was a wonderful escape.

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Time travel and historical fiction!

I had a hard time liking the main character but LOVED her lover and he made up for it.
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beyond expectations

i have never been a person to bother myself with reviews until i listened to this book. it was spectacular. i loved every second of it.

davina porter was mesmerising in her recount of the tail. the story a credit to the author. I along with Clair fell in love with her Jamie. simply it was a beautiful story.

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Beautifully done!!

Really enjoyed this title, can't wait to continue the series!! Much better than I expected!!

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love it!

I loved the book. I watched the show and wanted to know how the book was in comparison. I love the ending in the book better but felt the show made me feel more torn between the love she had for Frank and the new love for Jamie. overall wonderful!

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THE audio book for new listeners!

What did you love best about Outlander?

This was my first audio book. I chose it based on the many reviews I researched for first time listeners. I am very thankful for the reviews as this is one of the best stories I have listened to. I am not very thankful as I can not find a narrator as good as this. Thank goodness there are so many books in the series to keep me busy for a while. (Am currently on book 3 and my opinion remains the same) My love of the story is even more improved now that starting with book 3 it is available for Kindle whisper sync for voice. I can now read the story when I am not in my car. Bonus, Bonus, Bonus. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

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Story, wonderful! Narration, incredible!

If you could sum up Outlander in three words, what would they be?

Enthralling, thrilling, romantic

What other book might you compare Outlander to and why?

It reminds me of the series by Connie Wills, which begins with "Blackout". The way these authors address time travel and create these endearing characters just leaves the reader wanting to read everything they wrote.

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

Davina Porter brings these characters to life like no other I have heard. The men are obviously men and the women are obviously women, not merely because of pitch, but because of the mannerisms she gives them. Each character can be identified without question before the reader is officially told who is speaking. She switches between Scottish and English accents with enviable skill. She is spellbinding. She is the only factor that could improve this wonderful story.

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

This one covers every genre! There is sex, war, sci-fi, history, something for everyone!

Any additional comments?

Can't wait to listen to the rest of the series!

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