Outlander Book Club: A Plague of Zombies Section 22 breakdown

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As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of immersion in various virtual worlds and narrative universes, I found myself deeply engrossed in the concluding chapter of A Plague of Zombies – Section 22. It’s always a bittersweet moment when a captivating tale comes to an end, but Lord John Grey’s return to Captain Accompong brought a sense of closure that was both satisfying and intriguing.

In the final section (Section 22), we conclude the tale of “A Plague of Zombies”. Naturally, it’s time for a more optimistic twist to the narrative.

In simple terms, Lord John Grey returns to Captain Accompong, signifying the need for him to retrieve his soldiers. Additionally, we finally uncover the truth about Rodrigo’s fate.

In this particular section, there’s a reference linking back to Voyager. If you found the name Ishmael reminiscent of something, it’s likely because it was previously mentioned in another Outlander novel.

Breaking down A Plague of Zombies Section 22

Upon his weary return, Lord John Grey finds Captain Accompong. His feet are battered from blisters and exhaustion weighs heavy on him, yet he remains alive. With an unyielding spirit, he communicates his desire for his men to accompany him. Seeing him again, Captain Accompong consents, allowing Lord John Grey to depart with his troops.

Initially, I wasn’t among the men. When John inquired about me, I was summoned and kept under Ishmael’s supervision. It later transpired that it was Ishmael himself who had been bitten by the snake, and a prompt amputation of part of his foot had miraculously spared his life. Remarkably, this is the same Ishmael from Voyager, the one who Claire and Jamie extract crucial details from.

It’s true that my memory isn’t too clear regarding Ishmael from Voyager, so it slipped my mind that he needed to amputate a part of his foot.

Moving forward with the narrative, it’s revealed that Rodrigo is indeed alive. John wishes for Mrs. Abernathy’s situation to be rectified, and requests Rodrigo to be given to him. Once he receives him, John takes Rodrigo to Azeel for her care. He believes that she would want Rodrigo, considering all he had done for her and their shared affection.

When Accompong hands a hat to John, he glances around for the hat he had brought along, since the maroons might have taken everything, it’s possible that’s already in his possession. That could be why he proposes taking the snake that John has been carrying with him instead.

Could this chapter be used in a TV adaptation?

This chapter seems essential to complete the “A Plague of Zombies” tale. Yet, it feels somewhat incomplete for a TV series adaptation. The ending lacks sufficient resolution, which can be a bit unsatisfying. However, there could be additional details or conclusions hidden somewhere that I’m not aware of.

It seems crucial for us to understand what became of Acting Governor Major Fettes in this scenario. It will be intriguing to observe the repercussions once people discover that the governor was assassinated by his own servant.

As a fervent reader, I must admit that the latest chapter left me feeling tranquil, knowing that a fragile truce was established between John and the Maroons. This tender moment gives rise to an optimistic anticipation within me, as I eagerly await John’s return to Jamaica, this time as its governor.

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2024-11-12 19:37