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Drums of Autumn (Outlander, #4)

Diana Gabaldon
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Drums of Autumn (Outlander, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Diana Gabaldon

Drums of Autumn (Outlander, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

928

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

American Colonies • 1770s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon is the fourth book in the Outlander series, following Claire Fraser and Jamie Fraser as they navigate life in colonial America. Claire’s medical knowledge and Jamie’s leadership are pivotal as they face new challenges and relationships, bridging the past and future through their daughter Brianna and her discoveries.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

304,531 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Diana Gabaldon's Drums of Autumn receives praise for its detailed historical setting and rich character development, continuing the Outlander saga with emotional depth and engaging plot twists. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally overburdened with subplots. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Drums of Autumn (Outlander, #4)?

Readers who enjoy historical romance, time travel, and adventure will relish Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon. Fans of Outlander, the earlier books in the series, or The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger, and Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell will find this novel captivating and rich in historical detail.

4.5

304,531 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

928

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

American Colonies • 1770s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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