Outlander Book Club: When will we start Lord John and the Scottish Prisoner?

Outlander Book Club: When will we start Lord John and the Scottish Prisoner?

As a seasoned gamer of both books and virtual worlds, I must say, the anticipation for our next literary adventure is palpable! We’ve just finished “Lord John and the Custom of the Army,” now preparing to dive into the captivating depths of “The Scottish Prisoner.” This isn’t just a Lord John Grey tale; it’s a shared journey with the legendary Jamie Fraser.


We’ve completed “Lord John and the Custom of the Army” and are eager to delve into the sequel. The saga continues with “Lord John and the Scottish Prisoner“.

As a passionate gamer, let me share this exciting update from my recent reading adventure: The game title I was immersed in has been rechristened as “The Scottish Prisoner“. Interestingly, the “Lord John” moniker is no more. This change reflects that it’s not just Lord John Grey’s tale we’re diving into. Instead, we’ll be experiencing the story from an extraordinary character’s perspective – none other than Jamie Fraser!

Absolutely, the main character Jamie Fraser features in this narrative. You’ll find John and Jamie collaborating, despite their budding bond being quite new. This early camaraderie establishes a pattern for their future interactions. It’s important to note that their relationship isn’t solely based on John’s admiration.

Lord John and the Scottish Prisoner start date

Let’s begin our group reading session for the novel from the Lord John Grey series that we have chosen. Since it is quite a lengthy one, let’s provide everyone with some time to obtain the book and prepare themselves. Therefore, we’ll initiate our read-through on Monday, August 12th.

As a gamer immersed in this captivating story, I’m on chapter 41 now. With my weekly updates, we’ll reach Monday, September 7. This gives us a well-deserved break before diving into the next cosmic adventure in our universe.

We’ll be finished with the Lord John Grey books before you know it!

What to expect in The Scottish Prisoner?

In the year 1760, I find myself back on home soil after navigating some private matters in Canada. As fate would have it, upon my return, I’m tasked with fulfilling the dying wishes of Carruthers, who unfortunately succumbed to smallpox before his court-martial could take place. Now, I find myself embroiled in a predicament that requires my attention in Ireland.

In the meantime, Jamie Fraser grapples with recollections of his spouse and the imminent danger posed by Jacobites. Yet again, there’s an uprising on the horizon among the Jacobites, but Jamie is determined to stay clear of it, especially considering what he learned from Claire.

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2024-08-06 18:37