Outlander Book Club: Lord John and the Haunted Soldier Part 3B breakdown

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Outlander Book Club: Lord John and the Haunted Soldier Part 3B breakdown

As a dedicated fan of the “Outlander” series and a lover of historical fiction, I’ve read my fair share of thrilling adventures and captivating mysteries featuring the enigmatic character of Lord John Grey. However, in the case of “Lord John and the Haunted Soldier” Part 3B, I must admit that this particular story left me feeling somewhat unsatisfied, even as a seasoned gamer and avid reader.

In the third part of “Lord John and the Haunted Soldier,” Lord John Grey sheds light on the last enigmas surrounding the exploding cannons, yet fails to obtain the desired responses.

I can’t help but feel outraged as it becomes increasingly apparent that Stoughton is responsible for the wrongdoing. Yet, his access to a Naval vessel grants him an unwarranted escape from accountability. To add fuel to the fire, it’s been uncovered that the Navy itself is involved in this deceit. This revelation infuriates me even more, as soldiers have paid the ultimate price for someone else’s misdeeds. Despite my anger, I ensure Jones is given the freedom to continue his investigation.

John manages to uncover the truth behind Annie’s predicament, yet he’s unhappy with the outcome. This is one of those tales that fails to provide the satisfying resolution we hope for.

Breaking down Lord John and the Haunted Soldier Part 3B

As someone who has spent decades serving in the military, I can tell you that rank and hierarchy are everything. In the Navy, we take pride in our traditions and the chain of command is strictly followed. So when I heard that Stoughton had managed to board a Naval vessel, I wasn’t surprised. The Navy is a powerful institution, and its ships are not easily taken.

From my perspective as an interested observer, it’s obvious that higher-ups are entangled in this situation. As I uncover the contents of the travel case, I pass the final piece of shrapnel, which was extracted from my own chest, to Jones. This evidence will aid his investigation, but unfortunately, there’s no way for him to hold Stoughton accountable. It seems that the Navy has taken possession of some of the copper that Stoughton had sold. Copper appears to be valued more highly than the lives of the gunners.

Despite this, John successfully frees Gormley from the prison ship. This is a minor triumph for all involved.

At the Beefsteak, John and Harry have a conversation about the matter. They discover that Appledore, Hanson’s crew member, played a role in the situation. This revelation led to a vice-admiral agreeing to write the letter, enabling Stoughton to travel to France.

Based on the evidence presented, it seems more plausible that Stoughton’s actions were driven by financial gain rather than treason. Given the Commission of Inquiry’s efforts to implicate John and others, it’s possible that one of the three individuals under suspicion is responsible. While it’s a possibility that all three were involved, John firmly believes that Twelvetrees was not part of the incident. Therefore, the focus lies between Marchmont and Oswald.

John faces a challenge in proving anything in court, as all he has is knowledge of Stoughton possessing a medal that once belonged to Oswald. It’s unclear whether Stoughton took it or was given it. The medal bears an engraving of Oswald’s father’s name on the reverse side, making it difficult for Oswald to dispute its origin.

Regrettably, the concept of a closing argument for justice won’t materialize. Oswald won’t stand trial for his past actions. Instead, he will step down, permitting Edgar to complete the remaining tenure. John must come to terms with the war office being corrupt.

Certainly, the novel held yet another enigma. This involved the search for Annie and her child on behalf of Lister’s father. While John encountered Captain Fanshawe, who disclosed that Annie had perished – with John being the cause.

As a gamer, I found myself in a tricky situation. I, Fanshawe, harbored an intense desire to eliminate Philip Lister, but I couldn’t risk raising Anne’s suspicions. In my secret lab, I was concocting some top-notch experimental powder. Sadly, during the creation process, a few drops accidentally fell. Unlucky for me, this incident resulted in an “accident” that left me injured.

He waited too long, though. Anne died of fever in a brothel.

As a seasoned detective with decades of experience under my belt, I’ve seen it all – the good, the bad, and the downright bizarre. But nothing could have prepared me for the strange turn of events that unfolded during the investigation of the Fanshawe case.

John writes everything down in a letter and seals it. This letter will go to Jamie Fraser.

Will this chapter be used in a TV adaptation?

As a gamer, I can imagine if this story were adapted into a TV series, certain elements would have to be incorporated. However, I’m not convinced the Fanshawe/Lister/Anne storyline would make the cut. On the other hand, if a Lord John Grey series was developed instead, I believe the cannon explosions and the Commission would feature prominently.

In simpler terms, for the beginning of this chapter to make sense, it’s essential that Stoughton successfully evade consequences for his actions. It’s crucial to portray a lack of true justice in the situation.

As someone who has spent years immersed in literature, both as a reader and a writer, I must admit that this short story left me feeling rather flat. I approached it with anticipation, expecting to be drawn in by its captivating narrative and engaging characters. But alas, it didn’t live up to my expectations. In fact, I found myself skimming through the pages, longing for the story to move on or, dare I say it, skip it altogether.

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2024-07-22 18:38