A Tribute to The Fiery Cross
Or How I Learned to Stop, Smell the Pig Shite, and Fall in Love with the Fifth Book in Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander Series
As the wait for the new Outlander book and television series drags on (and oooooonnnnnnnnaaaarrrggghhh), many fans have been rereading the first seven books in the series. Fascinating online discussions abound as to the motivations of the characters, the nuances of meaning within various scenes, and future possibilities and foreshadowing.
Amongst enthusiastic effusions about all things even remotely associated with our beloved series, I’ve seen one recurring subject of complaint. People like to pick on The Fiery Cross. “It’s too slow.” “It doesn’t have enough action.” “Where’s the mystery?”
So during my recent reread, I set out to take a few notes about memorable moments. But I gave that up early on. There were far too many. Because the book was like a beautiful love letter straight from the heart of Diana Gabaldon. Lovingly crafted. For me and the legions of other fan…
As the wait for the new Outlander book and television series drags on (and oooooonnnnnnnnaaaarrrggghhh), many fans have been rereading the first seven books in the series. Fascinating online discussions abound as to the motivations of the characters, the nuances of meaning within various scenes, and future possibilities and foreshadowing.
Amongst enthusiastic effusions about all things even remotely associated with our beloved series, I’ve seen one recurring subject of complaint. People like to pick on The Fiery Cross. “It’s too slow.” “It doesn’t have enough action.” “Where’s the mystery?”
So during my recent reread, I set out to take a few notes about memorable moments. But I gave that up early on. There were far too many. Because the book was like a beautiful love letter straight from the heart of Diana Gabaldon. Lovingly crafted. For me and the legions of other fan…

Lol, I want to read the book from that quote alone!
ReplyDeleteKrista, these books are so funny, a lot of action, and the most endearing characters I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.
DeleteIf you want to read it, start with the first book in the series, Cut & Run. This quote is from the 4th book.
A-effin-,mazing quote!!! My favorite Cut & Run book so far. I know, Amanda you'll say that there's a lot of Nick "Fuck Him" O'Flaherty, but I still do.
ReplyDeleteLOL Yeah, this book is the least fave of mine in the whole series, but still a 5 star book. Too much drama hurt my heart. :( Many people say this one is their favorite, though!
Delete...and yeah, fucking Nick...
I love this quote. Sigh.
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