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For nine years, four books, and nearly 4,000 pages, Diana Gabaldon has entranced readers with her talent for historical authenticity, dramatic plot lines, and strong characters in the Outlander series. Her superb writing has earned a loyal audience, but after a million and a half words, even the most fervent of fans may have a difficult time trying to recall the exact details of the secondary characters, let alone the obscure ones. Thankfully, Gabaldon's The Outlandish Companion is here to help.

Part crib notes and part trivia guide, this essential handbook includes synopses of the first four novels, a character guide, notes on plot development and research, answers to frequently asked questions, and teasers for the upcoming novels--there're even horoscope charts of the central characters, a list of fan Web sites, and choice recipes for the truly devoted.

Readers looking for a fix of Gabaldon's humorous voice or insight into her writing processes and characters will certainly be more than satisfied, but those looking for the next installment of Jamie and Claire's adventures will have to wait for The Fiery Cross, the fifth book in this bestselling series, expected sometime in late 1999 to early 2000. --Nancy R.E. O'Brien

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As with the guides to the Hobbit tetralogy and the fiction of Stephen King, Gabaldon offers a companion volume to her Outlander Seriess four time-travel historical romances, Drums of Autumn (1997), etc., in which she tells us much is revealed regarding Claire and Jamie Fraser, their lives and times, antecedents, adventures, companions and progeny, with learned commentary (and many footnotes) by their humble creator. She also provides full synopses of the four novels and includes excerpts of forthcoming books in the Claire and Jamie Fraser series. Listed, too, are all the novels characters, their origins and family trees, horoscopes, and sketches of clan badges and shields, along with genealogical notes. For non-Gaelic readers, Gabaldon assembles a glossary and pronunciation primer. Additionally, she supplies details on her research, E-mail excerpts, notes on herbal medicine, illustrations, and recipes, plus a huge bibliography. Gabaldon fans who have followed the story of British Red Cross nurse Claire Beauchamp Randall will welcome this act of buoyant hubris by a vividly entertaining author whose later installments have turned into baggy-pants behemoths of 900 pages. (Literary Guild featured alternate selection) -- Copyright ©1999, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Most believable historical fiction - bar none, May 18 2003
By Leslie (Appleton, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Outlandish Companion: In Which Much Is Revealed Regarding Claire And Jamie Fraser.... (Hardcover)
I stumbled across this book in line at the grocery store and quickly became addicted to the entire Outlander series. I've bought them as gifts for family and friends innumerable times. The attention to detail in all of Ms. Gabaldon's books is eerie - in short it makes you wonder if time travel is indeed possible. Calling these books romance novels is unfair because there is so much more to them than your standard bodice ripper. The characters are complex and believable and the dialogue is intelligent and often humorous. At roughly a 1,000 pages per book it's certainly not light reading for the beach but they're so engrossing you'll likely not notice whether the sun is out or not...
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3.0 out of 5 stars definately interesting, Aug 13 1999
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I just wanted to say that I liked this book for what it is-a companion to the novels. As a "die-hard" fan, I can honestly say that for me it was really neat to find out how the characters developed, and how she had help with Gaelic and the other languages that she knows very little or nothing about. I personally didn't like the horoscopes, but I'm not into that kind of thing. Anyway, if you are looking for an interesting and informative read that can give you some insight into how she does reasearch and other things, then please read this. If you don't like that kind of thing, then don't buy it.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars excessive, July 1 1999
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I have enjoyed all of Mrs. Gabaldon's novels (perhaps I should be honest and say that the last one was a bit of a disappointment, but still generally quite good), and I do very much admire her style of writing. But I'm afraid I don't understand the frenzy around this book. Astrological charts for fictional characters seems rather redundant to me, for example. In fact, I am rather disturbed by the tone of the other reviews. Little to do with constructive commentary and more to do with group hysteria, it seems. I would have prefered Mrs. Gabaldon to write another novel, rather than spend her time on this rather strange documentation for people who are, after all, products of her imagination.
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5.0 out of 5 stars VERY INTERESTING!
If you are a fan of the Outlander series this book is worth the read, it gives plenty of insight into the series.
Published 8 months ago by Jennifer N. Richard

4.0 out of 5 stars The Outlandish Companion
Wonderful!! Wish I had this book for the very first one Diana wrote. An excellent sort of dictionary and explanation.
Published 11 months ago by Jean L. Hitchens

5.0 out of 5 stars A great Outlander "encyclopedia"
I was thrilled to get mine in the mail after finishing the first five Outlander books! It's fun to get the behind-the-scenes tour of the books and characters. Read more
Published on July 5 2003 by mida68

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book
The title of the book says it all! Anyone who enjoys Diana Gabaldon's work, should definetly buy this book. Read more
Published on Aug 4 2002 by Tara

4.0 out of 5 stars A good concept
I thought this was a GREAT idea since her books are so chock-full of info and sub-plots that sometimes you're left wanting to know more. This definitely does that. Read more
Published on May 21 2002

4.0 out of 5 stars Background to the Outlander series
There are many background elements to the Outlander series: characters, history, food, Gaelic sayings. Read more
Published on Feb 1 2002 by Kevin W. Parker

5.0 out of 5 stars kept me laughing
I was highly entertained (as well as informed) by the companion. It was an impressive read all on its own. And for Outlander fans, it is a must.
Published on Oct 26 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars Must have for the true devotee
Helps to fill those long dark times while Diana is writing the next installment.
Published on Oct 11 2001 by Liza Lee Miller

4.0 out of 5 stars a good side book to read while reading the series
This is a great book to have if you are reading the Outlander series...most of the stuff written in the book are worth reading...however, there are some exceptions... Read more
Published on Sep 20 2001 by norwaybear

5.0 out of 5 stars A Supurb Filler
As a great fan of Diana's work, I was getting a bit desperate waiting for the next installment of Jamie and Claire's adventures when my best friend gave me a copy of THROUGH THE... Read more
Published on Sep 16 2001

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