Books from the Backlog is a fun way to feature some of those neglected books sitting on your bookshelf unread. If you are anything like me, you might be surprised by some of the unread books hiding in your stacks.
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This week’s neglected book
An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Publication Date: October 2, 2009
Publisher: Recorded Books
Diana Gabaldon’s immensely popular Outlander saga soars to new heights with this seventh novel, which takes listeners on a breathtaking journey to 1777 America.
Jamie Fraser knows from his time-traveling wife Claire that, no matter how unlikely it seems, America will win the Revolutionary War. But that truth offers little solace, since Jamie realizes he might find himself pointing a weapon directly at his own son – a young officer in the British army.
And Jamie isn’t the only one with a tormented soul – for Claire may know who wins the conflict, but she certainly doesn’t know whether or not her beloved Jamie survives.
Epic in scope and featuring a colorful cast that includes many legendary figures – including hero-turned-traitor Benedict Arnold and bawdy statesman Benjamin Franklin – An Echo in the Bone is a thrill from start to finish.
Why did I add An Echo in the Bone to my bookshelf?
This is one that I definitely should have made some time for by now. I love this series so it is amazing to me that I haven’t found the time to actually finish reading it. I have read the first four books in print and then again in audio. Books 5 and 6 in the series were audio listens for me. Davina Porter does such a good job with this series and I really can’t wait to see what happens next. I think the main obstacle for me is the size of these books. This audiobook is 46 hours long so it would take a couple of weeks for me to get through. I have so many reading obligations that it can be hard to dedicate that much time to a single book but I will get to this one.
What are your thoughts? Have you read this book? Would you recommend it to others?
46 hours!!!! This is why I hardly touch fantasy, but on the other hand, you have read six of the books. It seems as though you are quite invested.
My sister loves these books and the television show. She listened to all of the books on audio. ?✨
That is such a long audible. I've been urged to try this series and may do that someday.
Yep! Each book is a huge investment of time especially in audio. I actually took months on Drums of Autumn because I kept having to pick up my review and challenge commitment books in between shorter bouts with that one.
At least they are fabulous read/listens. 🙂
I've never read any of these and was interested at one time but not so much now. Hope you like this one when it gets its chance!
I've never read this author before.
46 hours!!! Oh my gosh. I don't know if I could do that.
I have many of her books but I haven't read any
Well the Harry Potter books and Robin Hobb books are in the 30+ range. I read those but I have to plan carefully.
I love Davina Porter and I have the first one on audio. I'm not a big time travel fan or historical so maybe. Anne – Books of My Heart
I haven't read any of these though I know so many people who love this series! I'm not sure if the time travel or the page count scares me off!
I've never read anything by the author. Sounds like the series continued to deliver for you but I understand how you feel about the size of books being a bit intimidating!
these boooks are long. I have book 1 and i'm intimidated by it
I have never really had an interest in reading this series, although I might watch the TV series. There are a number of series I have read and loved and have yet to finish. I really should!
I haven't even read book 1
I've never tried this series. Maybe one day. I don't mind long books, as long as they're good. I hope you get a chance to try it soon.
Melanie @ Hot Listens & Books of My Heart