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  • A Breath of Snow and Ashes

  • Outlander, Book 6
  • Written by: Diana Gabaldon
  • Narrated by: Davina Porter
  • Length: 57 hrs and 48 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (445 ratings)

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A Breath of Snow and Ashes

Written by: Diana Gabaldon
Narrated by: Davina Porter
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A worldwide sensation with more than 12 million copies in print, Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series has produced #1 best-selling novels and earned a fiercely devoted fan base. Another spellbinding entry in the series, A Breath of Snow and Ashes continues the saga of 18th-century Scotsman Jamie Fraser and his 20th-century, time-traveling wife, Claire. The year is 1772, and the rift between Britain and its American colonies has put a frightening word into the minds of all concerned: revolution. In the backwoods of North Carolina, violence has already reared its ugly head, as cabins have been burned to the ground. To preserve the colony for King George III, the governor pleads with Jamie to bring the people together and restore peace. But Jamie has the privilege, although some might call it a burden, of knowing that war cannot be avoided. Claire has told him that the colonies will unite and rebel, and the result will be independence, with all British loyalists either dead or exiled. And there is an additional problem. Claire has discovered a newspaper clipping from 1776 that tells of Jamie’s death. With its epic scope, historical details, and sweeping romance, A Breath of Snow and Ashes is everything Gabaldon’s fans love and more.

©2005 Diana Gabaldon (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC

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"[A]n enthralling experience." ( Booklist)

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Amazing performance on the series!

Davina Porter performance on the co.plete series is just amazing. I am.not much for the romance parts on the book but I enjoy Gabaldon's detailed/descriptive writting, the historical value of her series and how she interlaces fiction. At times during the series where the stories lacks for me the performer just got me through . Picking up the next one!

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Phenomenal writing and Exceptional Narration

Book 6 of the Outlander series does not disappoint. Excellent story written by an exceptional author. I can't stop with the audiobooks for this series because I love listening to Davina Porter; she brings the characters to life. Already listening to book 7!

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Impressed

This book is one of the best in this series. Certainly this author has not lost her imagination. The story evolves brilliantly for our great pleasure, always read by this excellent narrator.

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Keeps out the rest

This stays on past with the other books. Good read and I can’t wait to read the next.
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Great! Such an amazing reader

The story truly comes to life when read by Mrs Porter. I really loved it!

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Diana does not disappoint.

And Davina Porter shines as well. Beautifully narrated as always. I am so happy these books exist.

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Through and through this novel is amazing.

I could never do justice in describing this novel. The highs and lows, the mystery, the intrigue, and the twists and turns keep you hooked at every word. The narration is outstanding, and really helps to place you into the story.

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One of my fav books of the series

I am slowly making my way through the Outlander series by listening to the first seven books that I have previously read over the years in the hopes of finally catching up on this popular series. This massive sixth book in the series was one of my favourites and was a whopping 58 hours of listening time! Thank you Audible.ca!!

Once again, I enjoyed getting a look at the daily life of the Frasers and their clan on Fraser's ridge and how they're coping with the American Revolution that, thanks to Claire and Brianna, they know is on the horizon. I'm glad there was less politics and more focus on characters in this book. Gabaldon still waxes poetic about minutiae, but I felt she reigns it in a bit better in this book. There are a few smaller storylines interspersed involving secondary characters and Brianna and Roger have more page time which was fine, but I remain partial to Claire and Jamie.

The story ends with an interesting plot twist and while I know the seventh book was one of my least favourites, I will listen to it soon in the hopes that the second time (and the audio) is the charm in the hopes that I will inch closer to reading the most recent book in the series which I've already purchased.

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Another Engrossing Chapter Revealed ❣

As always Diana Gabaldon's Saga was completely and totally submersive. I was loathe to put it down and eager to get back to it as soon as I could. The Narrator did a great job, the characters sounded distinctive, the accents and pronunciations sounded authentic, and she I believe added alot to story to help make it an enjoyable listening experience. Well done, I have purchased the next audio book, even though I own the hard copy.

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A great next story in the series

I thought this was a fantastic next book in the series. Lots of character and plot growth. Davina Porter did a fantastic job narrating. I love how you can tell who is speaking in the book based on the character voices she has developed. I own all the books in the series but I've already bought the next two on audible as well because I love listening while I'm working. A great "read".

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