The Outlandish Companion (Revised and Updated)

Companion to Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn

By: Diana Gabaldon

Narrated by: Davina Porter, Diana Gabaldon

Number-one New York Times best-selling author Diana Gabaldon has captivated millions with her critically acclaimed Outlander novels, the inspiration for the Starz original series. From the moment Claire Randall stepped through a standing stone circle and was thrown back in time to the year 1743 - and into a world that threatens life, limb, loyalty, heart, soul, and everything else Claire has - fans have been hungry to know everything about this world and its inhabitants, particularly a Scottish soldier named Jamie Fraser.

In this beautifully written compendium of all things Outlandish, Gabaldon covers the first four novels of the main series.

Including:

• Full synopses of Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn
• A complete listing of the characters (fictional and historical) in the first four novels in the series as well as family trees and genealogical notes
• A comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide to Gaelic terms and usage
• The Gabaldon Theory of Time Travel, explained
• Frequently asked questions to the author and her (sometimes surprising) answers
• An annotated bibliography
• Essays about medicine and magic in the 18th century, researching historical fiction, creating characters, and more
• Professionally cast horoscopes for Jamie and Claire
• The making of the TV series: how we got there from here and what happened next (including "My Brief Career as a TV Actor")
• Behind-the-scenes stories from the Outlander TV series set.

For anyone who wants to spend more time with the Outlander characters and the world they inhabit, Diana Gabaldon here opens a door through the standing stones and offers a guided tour of what lies within.

©1999 Diana Gabaldon (P)2015 Recorded Books

For Lovers of Outlander

I love this "reference" as it fills in some spaces and questions of Outlander fans. Hearing Dianna tell parts of the story and her process broadens the scope and experience for me. ♥️

Great Highlander Summation

Would you listen to The Outlandish Companion (Revised and Updated) again? Why?

Most likely NO, since I have listened to all of the full length books about 7 times.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The story revolves around Jamie and Claire but I really like Jamie's sister Jenny.

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

Oh yes.......exquisite as always. Love Diana's story but love the way Davina captures and protrays each charactor.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed, I cried, I set on the edge of my seat.

Any additional comments?

For someone who hasnt listed to all of the books and doesnt really want to but wants to catch up on the story.....this would be the book.

Heard it, now I NEED to buy it in hardcover

Free trial of audible & I'm currently watching series now with a friend that had NOT read the books, so it's a great refresher! My goal had ALWAYS been to get ALL the books in the series & extraneous stories in hardcover, as first editions. Still my goal!

Very much fun to hear and understand this authors humor, and creativity.

Great book of various insights into the Outlander books, Starz rendition and author’s background, humor and how her mind works!

A Fine Companion for Fans

Overall entertaining for any fan of the series. One star off for sometimes disjointed narration, repetition of some sections and the abrupt ending. Interesting info, however.