This episode was wild! I'm not a book reader myself and I also like being surprised.Poor LJG for getting Rogered in this episode though :(, I wish Jamie had the full story before jumping to conclusions as he does. I am also disappointed we didn't see Alexander Hamilton there by Washington's side- he would have been utterly pissed that some random called Jamie Fraser was made a general before him lolol! Interesting mention of hitting 'peaks' this week, with Sam (Jamie) reaching Everest Base Camp earlier this week!
Highlight of my week too! Loving your reactions! So, I watched the first 5 seasons before reading the books. Yes, the twists and he cliff-hangers in this show are amazing! There are still moments that surprise me but nearly not as many. I do enjoy seeing what they change and how they handle the difficult-to-adapt stuff. But what I love about having read the books is better understanding the motivations of the characters in each scene. These actors are fantastic at incorporating the tiny details from the source material... sometimes they're subtle but add so much. There were a few moments in S1-5 that I thought 'that's a strange inflection' or 'that's a odd look' and then reading that character's inner dialogue (or the few lines of preceding dialogue that had been cut), it made so much sense. So, I guess what I'm saying is... definitely read the books after you finishing watching the series!... then, go back a rewatch! 😄
I love this version of Lord John. He has always been so correct and prudent, but today we saw a half-crazy, reckless and escapist Lord John. Also I agree with yoy, William is a good boy, just let's remember that 1. he is still half a teenager 2. He has just found out that his father is a Scottish traitor to the crown and 3. The woman he was in love with got engaged to his new cousin. This combined with his father's Scottish genes and his mother's capricious genes: well, what could go wrong? 🤣😅
Yeah... I think William is maybe 18 or 19... still very much a boy, and his whole world just collapsed. I think it distorted his identity and what he thinks of himself. In his mind everyone that loves him (his father and mother, well uncle and aunt) liked to him his whole life.
This episode was so close to the books! Fantastic! Practically every major line was from the books. I loved the Title Card showing the Apple tree in the Garden of Eden with the "apple not falling far from the tree" (Jamie & William-like father like son). Loved snarky Lord John, too! He was great! More like the Lord John in the books. William took the knowledge of his parentage pretty close to how Bree took the knowledge of her parentage. Both Frasers to the core. I know what's going to happen since I've read the books countless times, but it's really great to see the pages come to life! And since the books are so huge & the show doesn't have a lot of episodes or time, there are some storylines cut out, but they do a wonderful job of seaming it together in the time they've got to work with. If they added anything else into this episode (like Bree or Roger), it wouldn't have been as good. Most of the events in this episode were too important and needed to be able to breathe. They couldn't have crammed another thing in. Thanks for your reaction & review! Loved your commentary.
The books are massive, but I must say, as someone who typically doesn't read for the pleasure of reading; the Outlander series was addictive and I became obsessed. I devoured the books in just a few short months. Something I don't think will ever happen with another book series. That is, at least, for me. You will not be disappointed with the books. There is so much more in the books that is either left out or dusted over on the Starz series. Many of the secondary characters have great stories too that are not covered. The slaves at River Run have a great storyline that is never addressed in the TV series. You will be pleasantly surprised.
The books are so rich abd full of more actions, details that could not be put on screen. Few differences on the story too. Every insignificant detail is important because it will re appear in time
I think this episode contained the end of Echo in the Bone (Book 7) and the beginning of Written in my Own Hearts Blood (Book 8), so it will take you awhile to get there, since the books are massive and where you said you were in Book 1. I am a slow reader, so it took me about 2 months to read each of the books in the main series. I started reading the books after season 3, I found the series the summer before season 3 premiered.
Paoli is a sight in Pennsylvania, the event described actually happened( although the casualty numbers differ).Keep reading - on the how we are currently covering Book 8 & I loved the entire Roger storyline. It even inspired a novelette- A Leaf On the Wind of All Hallows. It would be a good read after this season is finished to learn the entire story of Roger's dad & it spoils nothing in the Outlander book Universe.
@@annefox926 that’s interesting I’ll have to check it out after this season for sure, I didn’t know of all these books that branched off of the main books, that’s amazing. Thank you for letting me know.
I'm really glad to hear that you are reading the books because they're just so much _more_ than the TV series though the recent seasons are much more true to the books than the first couple. I am eternally grateful to Ron Moore for producing this show _but_ the best thing he did for it was to step away from directly producing because he felt he needed to put his stamp on the story.
Yes, I too am glad Ron stepped back. He made the show all about Claire to Jamie's expense. I love book Claire but didn't like show Claire very much until S5 when Matt Roberts completely took over as show runner. He, more than Ron, understands this is not Claire's story. Diana Gabaldon has said this is Jamie's story told by Claire.
@@kristyvancleve9084 hey welcome, and I appreciate you enjoying my reactions, unfortunately I didn’t record my reactions to the earlier seasons, I only started recording on this season, to be honest I wish I did tho.
Thanks so much for your reaction ,l loved this episode a lot ,I understood why jamie forgot to think when lord john said they were both doing him it brought him right back to black jack . I hate to see lord john hurt but , for a man that's usually careful with his words I think he just didn't care at the time. I guess we'll see what happens next episode. Thanks againfor a great reaction .😊❤
Your welcome and thank you for watching. Now that you mention it, I guess his mind would have maybe went there, to the traumatizing memory and reacted. Can’t wait to see what happens next.
I remember saying out loud while reading LJ's "confession"- why did you blurt it out that way, shut up" ! I've taken care of several kids who were hit in the face by a hockey puck & had an orbital fracture & the progression of the make up is spot on !
@@jacobitegamesalso, Jamie and John's relationship was built on the fact that John's feelings for him were kept to himself. When John said what he said not only did it bring flooding memories of Black Jack but he kicked that understanding right out from under him. I loved John's inner thoughts in the book but understand it would have been a bit much to have them since they've been having Roger's. This episode carried us right thru part one of the 8th book and it was word for word. I felt like I was watching pages of the book come to life!
Love your reactions. My thoughts on this episode: I was expecting this episode to be less than the last, but I wasn't expecting to be let down like this. I was so looking forward to seeing J see red as LJG reminds him of BJR with "we were both f u" - like he saw red when he first met Roger. Underwhelming. We needed the scene with LJG and DH "She's not my wife" BEFORE W and I meet. We have known for a week that J is alive and with all the different storylines we have forgotten Ian doesn't know. That greef is what takes Ian from being upset when W talks ill of his uncle to Ian exploding when W talks ill of the dead. William is what saved this episode, his acting was 🎯. Love Arabella/Jane, with such good an actor I hope and think they will keep her storyline in. I'm not sold on her insisting on doingvher honour, maybe someone else does and can shed some light on it.
Attention to detail!!!! You brought some good things up that I didn’t even think about, Ian didn’t know Jamie was still alive until that moment Jamie rode up in his horse. That changes the whole moment when Ian was shocked then smiled while arrested. William really showed up this episode.
I think i have an unpopular opinion.... I'm a lil pissed at Jamie. I feel like he did John dirty. I understand Jamie's upset (rightfully so) & i understand he wants to get back to Claire asap but... He leaves John in enemy hands , takes off, & doesn't seem to be planning on rescuing him. Wtf!!! John has come through for Jamie countless times & now he needs Jamie to help him. Where's Jamie?...doing Claire on his dinning room table! So ya, I'm a lil irritated at Jamie. Great episode!
@@ashhart101 no your opinion is spot on, I’m definitely pissed at Jamie for leaving John like that and not doing anything about it, or even making it look like he was going to come up with a plan or something. I feel ya on this one.
This episode was wild! I'm not a book reader myself and I also like being surprised.Poor LJG for getting Rogered in this episode though :(, I wish Jamie had the full story before jumping to conclusions as he does. I am also disappointed we didn't see Alexander Hamilton there by Washington's side- he would have been utterly pissed that some random called Jamie Fraser was made a general before him lolol! Interesting mention of hitting 'peaks' this week, with Sam (Jamie) reaching Everest Base Camp earlier this week!
Highlight of my week too! Loving your reactions!
So, I watched the first 5 seasons before reading the books. Yes, the twists and he cliff-hangers in this show are amazing! There are still moments that surprise me but nearly not as many. I do enjoy seeing what they change and how they handle the difficult-to-adapt stuff. But what I love about having read the books is better understanding the motivations of the characters in each scene. These actors are fantastic at incorporating the tiny details from the source material... sometimes they're subtle but add so much. There were a few moments in S1-5 that I thought 'that's a strange inflection' or 'that's a odd look' and then reading that character's inner dialogue (or the few lines of preceding dialogue that had been cut), it made so much sense. So, I guess what I'm saying is... definitely read the books after you finishing watching the series!... then, go back a rewatch! 😄
I love this version of Lord John. He has always been so correct and prudent, but today we saw a half-crazy, reckless and escapist Lord John. Also I agree with yoy, William is a good boy, just let's remember that 1. he is still half a teenager 2. He has just found out that his father is a Scottish traitor to the crown and 3. The woman he was in love with got engaged to his new cousin. This combined with his father's Scottish genes and his mother's capricious genes: well, what could go wrong? 🤣😅
Yes! I love this version of John, brings out the rebel in him!
Yeah... I think William is maybe 18 or 19... still very much a boy, and his whole world just collapsed. I think it distorted his identity and what he thinks of himself. In his mind everyone that loves him (his father and mother, well uncle and aunt) liked to him his whole life.
Newbie! You have a really great view of this show!! I am impressed! You rock it!
I have loved these episodes and watching your reactions. I also appreciate your commentary. Look forward to next week.
This episode was so close to the books! Fantastic! Practically every major line was from the books. I loved the Title Card showing the Apple tree in the Garden of Eden with the "apple not falling far from the tree" (Jamie & William-like father like son). Loved snarky Lord John, too! He was great! More like the Lord John in the books. William took the knowledge of his parentage pretty close to how Bree took the knowledge of her parentage. Both Frasers to the core. I know what's going to happen since I've read the books countless times, but it's really great to see the pages come to life! And since the books are so huge & the show doesn't have a lot of episodes or time, there are some storylines cut out, but they do a wonderful job of seaming it together in the time they've got to work with. If they added anything else into this episode (like Bree or Roger), it wouldn't have been as good. Most of the events in this episode were too important and needed to be able to breathe. They couldn't have crammed another thing in. Thanks for your reaction & review! Loved your commentary.
“No, this is not happening. No there’s no way. He just doesn’t know that he has a potential spin off happening.” You make me laugh. 🤣🤣
@@lisacooks I had to throw that in there lol it’s not as good as the Claire one but eh
I love that you’re getting into the books! While they are MASSIVE they are so rich. I’m working my way through the 4th book now.
It’s a lot, but so worth it, as iv rewatched outlander many times, its time to rewatch it in another way and the books is a great way to do that!
The books are massive, but I must say, as someone who typically doesn't read for the pleasure of reading; the Outlander series was addictive and I became obsessed. I devoured the books in just a few short months. Something I don't think will ever happen with another book series. That is, at least, for me. You will not be disappointed with the books. There is so much more in the books that is either left out or dusted over on the Starz series. Many of the secondary characters have great stories too that are not covered. The slaves at River Run have a great storyline that is never addressed in the TV series. You will be pleasantly surprised.
The books are so rich abd full of more actions, details that could not be put on screen. Few differences on the story too.
Every insignificant detail is important because it will re appear in time
Jamie was afraid Claire would go back to the future if he was dead. He had to get to her before she went through the stones. Theory?
I think this episode contained the end of Echo in the Bone (Book 7) and the beginning of Written in my Own Hearts Blood (Book 8), so it will take you awhile to get there, since the books are massive and where you said you were in Book 1. I am a slow reader, so it took me about 2 months to read each of the books in the main series. I started reading the books after season 3, I found the series the summer before season 3 premiered.
Love your reaction as a non book reader!
Paoli is a sight in Pennsylvania, the event described actually happened( although the casualty numbers differ).Keep reading - on the how we are currently covering Book 8 & I loved the entire Roger storyline. It even inspired a novelette- A Leaf On the Wind of All Hallows. It would be a good read after this season is finished to learn the entire story of Roger's dad & it spoils nothing in the Outlander book Universe.
@@annefox926 that’s interesting I’ll have to check it out after this season for sure, I didn’t know of all these books that branched off of the main books, that’s amazing. Thank you for letting me know.
@@jacobitegamesthere's quite a few novella's devoted to Lord John
I'm really glad to hear that you are reading the books because they're just so much _more_ than the TV series though the recent seasons are much more true to the books than the first couple. I am eternally grateful to Ron Moore for producing this show _but_ the best thing he did for it was to step away from directly producing because he felt he needed to put his stamp on the story.
Yes, I too am glad Ron stepped back. He made the show all about Claire to Jamie's expense. I love book Claire but didn't like show Claire very much until S5 when Matt Roberts completely took over as show runner. He, more than Ron, understands this is not Claire's story. Diana Gabaldon has said this is Jamie's story told by Claire.
i just found your channel. I love you OLr reactions. where can I find your reaction to previous Outlander seasons?
@@kristyvancleve9084 hey welcome, and I appreciate you enjoying my reactions, unfortunately I didn’t record my reactions to the earlier seasons, I only started recording on this season, to be honest I wish I did tho.
Thanks so much for your reaction ,l loved this episode a lot ,I understood why jamie forgot to think when lord john said they were both doing him it brought him right back to black jack . I hate to see lord john hurt but , for a man that's usually careful with his words I think he just didn't care at the time. I guess we'll see what happens next episode. Thanks againfor a great reaction .😊❤
Your welcome and thank you for watching. Now that you mention it, I guess his mind would have maybe went there, to the traumatizing memory and reacted. Can’t wait to see what happens next.
I remember saying out loud while reading LJ's "confession"- why did you blurt it out that way, shut up" ! I've taken care of several kids who were hit in the face by a hockey puck & had an orbital fracture & the progression of the make up is spot on !
@@jacobitegamesalso, Jamie and John's relationship was built on the fact that John's feelings for him were kept to himself. When John said what he said not only did it bring flooding memories of Black Jack but he kicked that understanding right out from under him. I loved John's inner thoughts in the book but understand it would have been a bit much to have them since they've been having Roger's.
This episode carried us right thru part one of the 8th book and it was word for word. I felt like I was watching pages of the book come to life!
The books ADD even more to the story.
Love your reactions. My thoughts on this episode: I was expecting this episode to be less than the last, but I wasn't expecting to be let down like this.
I was so looking forward to seeing J see red as LJG reminds him of BJR with "we were both f u" - like he saw red when he first met Roger. Underwhelming.
We needed the scene with LJG and DH "She's not my wife" BEFORE W and I meet. We have known for a week that J is alive and with all the different storylines we have forgotten Ian doesn't know. That greef is what takes Ian from being upset when W talks ill of his uncle to Ian exploding when W talks ill of the dead.
William is what saved this episode, his acting was 🎯. Love Arabella/Jane, with such good an actor I hope and think they will keep her storyline in. I'm not sold on her insisting on doingvher honour, maybe someone else does and can shed some light on it.
Attention to detail!!!! You brought some good things up that I didn’t even think about, Ian didn’t know Jamie was still alive until that moment Jamie rode up in his horse. That changes the whole moment when Ian was shocked then smiled while arrested.
William really showed up this episode.
Mais qu'il est con LJG😅😅😅😅
Book readers know that Jamie was a leftie, cack handed. Yeesh, I thoght that was a big thing in Sam's beginnings in training to be Jamie
I think i have an unpopular opinion.... I'm a lil pissed at Jamie. I feel like he did John dirty. I understand Jamie's upset (rightfully so) & i understand he wants to get back to Claire asap but... He leaves John in enemy hands , takes off, & doesn't seem to be planning on rescuing him. Wtf!!! John has come through for Jamie countless times & now he needs Jamie to help him. Where's Jamie?...doing Claire on his dinning room table! So ya, I'm a lil irritated at Jamie.
Great episode!
@@ashhart101 no your opinion is spot on, I’m definitely pissed at Jamie for leaving John like that and not doing anything about it, or even making it look like he was going to come up with a plan or something. I feel ya on this one.
*cardinal knowledge* hah! 😊
@@carlahays7724 I know I know lol 🫣
I love seeing a male reaction to this episode.