What a long, strange trip this has been. Much like the previous entries in the series, I like her writing, particularly of Jamie and Claire together, but it seems like a much more concise story can be hewed from the massive edifice Gabaldon has constructed. If you're this far into the series, you know what you're in for. If you're starting here, the answer would be why? I'll read Drums of Autumn, but likely not until after a long break.