Drums of Autumn is the fourth book in Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series. The story follows Claire Fraser and Jamie Frasier as they travel to America during the Revolutionary War. Along the way, they must overcome dangerous obstacles while also facing heated conflicts with their fellow settlers. With stunning descriptions of nature and powerful emotion, Drums of Autumn is a captivating read that will keep readers hooked until the very end.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for people who enjoy romance, adventure and history. Diana Gabaldon’s descriptions of nature are so vivid that readers will feel like they’re right there alongside the characters. And with intense conflicts between the settlers and Native Americans, this book is full of action-packed moments that will keep readers glued to their seats.
Pros :
- The characters are well-developed and likable
- The plot is exciting and suspenseful
- The writing is beautiful and descriptive
Cons :
- The book is very long and may be difficult for some readers to get through
- The story can be slow at times
- There are a lot of characters and storylines, which might be confusing for some readers
Learn more about the author
Diana Gabaldon is the author of the New York Times bestselling Outlander novels and Lord John Grey series. She has a degree in zoology from university of Arizona and a Ph.D. in Marine Biochemistry from University of California, San Diego. Prior to becoming an author, she was a professor at Northern Arizona University’s School of Biological Sciences for eighteen years.
Reader Reviews
“Drums of Autumn flows seamlessly from one page to the next and Diana Gabaldon’s descriptive writing style brings her characters and settings vividly to life. This is an enthralling book that will keep readers captivated until the very end.”
“Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series is one of my all-time favorite romance sagas. Drums of Autumn is no exception! This fourth book in the series was filled with action, adventure, and passion – everything I could want in a story. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an edge-of-your-seat read.”
“This was an absolutely amazing book! I loved every minute of it and could not put it down.”
“Diana Gabaldon weaves historical fiction, romance and adventure into an irresistible tale.”