Keeping Murtagh was a great decision, for sure. I'm not sure the 5th season would have been as memorable without us having that one huge emotional link to the Regulators.
@@leony2526 i personally don't think so cause roger, as major a character he's become, he hasn't been in the show for long, so people are most likely not as attached to him as they are to murtagh
@doomelf totally agree! Definitely one of my favorite moments of the fourth season was murtagh's reunion with Jaime, I cried more than with any other scene!
I’m grateful that Diana and the show runners have such a strong relationship and that she is still involved in development and decision making of the show. And, I’m glad she understands that the show is separate from the books and that what works in her books isn’t going to work on screen or simply be budget friendly. My favorite example is the part from the fourth book and season where Jamie fights and kills a bear. It would be dangerous to have actor Sam Heughan fight a real bear and expensive to render a CGI bear, so in the show they had a man go mad and believe he was possessed by the spirit of a bear. It works out just as well in the show despite being a bit different from the book, and I admire both versions.
I understand this too, but Claire killed a wolf! A WOLF! And we did not saw that in the tv show xD hahaha And Phaedra!?, and the story of the slaves and all that... idk I like the TV show, but I love the books :)
@nevarez_arte I was rewatching going "I can't remember if she kills the wolf in the show" ...the actors are so strong in my mind since I started reading after the show came out. I always create tv show false memories 😂
This was so very interesting to see Diana watching these iconic scenes and to hear her reaction or describe the bts discussion that took place at the time. We need more of this!
Agreed. It helps calm readers down too I think. Once upon a time when the HP movies was filmed JR view helped sooth when if the author is not bothered with a change a reader can chill down too. Not always ofc but.
Loved seeing Herself giving such approval after so many disgruntled viewers complained about so many trivial details. You can see by the look on her face that she loves this show’s reflection of her books! I loved every scene they reviewed. What a fabulous cast and crew.
@@Gwenhwyfar7 you know, I have seen the series so many times, I’ve lost count. Back in 2017 I read all the books. Recently, I have started listening to audio versions. I just finished Outlander and I’ll tell you one thing, a LOT of things are different from the shows. Things I had totally forgotten about. Not just events that have been removed or changed a bit. But character attitudes, and in some cases, their entire personality, is different.My main concern is Claire. Book Claire is FAR different from tv Claire. Book Claire is far more careful and takes into account the era in which she lives. She understands that 20th century ideals just will not fly in the 18th. It will be dangerous and draw attention to her. She is willing to do things that would never be allowed in her time, such as killing a teen age redcoat to save Jamie. Many key events, such as with Father Bain, have been totally changed. I always found tv Claire’s total disregard for the ideas, customs and morals of the era she found herself in, quite irritating and frankly she is not nearly as likable as book Claire. She constantly tries to push 20th century morals. She bitches and complains, as well as being irritating, it draws attention to herself and Jamie. It creates more trouble than it solves. The key offender in that was in season 4 when she tried to save the life of a slave that was to be executed. She had her high minded attitudes that put not only herself, but Jocasta and Jamie in serious danger. She is too self righteous. I never did like how they portray Claire in the show. I just try and ignore it.
Diana is so well educated. Not only does she have a PhD in Science, but she’s a brilliant writer. She knows her history of all the continents. She has knowledge of all things Scottish Irish, English, and American. She knows of Scottish folklore and fae. She threw in medical knowledge vs wet nurses vs witches and witch trials. She knows the history of the wars in that time period, who the Kings and various rulers & renegades were. Shes knowledgeable of the American settlers and Native Americans and the painfully tragic battles they fought privately trying to hold onto their land before all hell broke loose. Let’s not forget about slavery. Not to mention the verbiage and accents spoken by everyone from the lowliest of peasants to the highly educated royalty, those with respectable position & everyone in between. It’s a rather interesting plethora of knowledge to say the least. It would be interesting to see an interview where she discusses her education, her interests and why such a diversity. I can say this much. I have a degree in Biology/Zoology. It’s considered a hard science. It’s not an easy degree & I’m not “stupid”. Diana, @ the very least, has a PhD in Science. Still, she chose to become a writer instead? I wonder what makes her tick?
There's only 2 things on this list as a book reader I would've liked changed. In the books Jaime and Claire get married at the same church that her and Frank marry at 200 years later. It adds a layer of emotion and feelings of guilt to the day in the books. Also the rescue scene when Claire is with the Lionel. I loved this scene in the book as Claire is only semi conscious and the first thing she notices is the sound of Highland drumming getting louder and louder and then the charge of Jamie and his men, I found it so powerful.
Yes!! Reading that part gives me chills everytime, the way she describes the sound of the drums and looming doom that her captors are about to experience is Subperb
I'm so grateful that Diana is strongly involved in the development. It really shows that show runners would have strong relationship with the author and the creator of the world is making such a big difference.
Diana Gabaldon is an absolute lovely woman. What an amazing author. Not that this matters at all but I have to mention it..my jaw absolutely dropped to the floor when I found out she is 70 years old! OMG! I hope I look like that when I turn 70.. 😊
I came here to say this. Martin's never going to finish the series. I think a few things have happened to GRRM: He's too busy with other stuff, he's possibly written himself into a corner and has writer's block, HBO stole his thunder by progressing without him, or he'll die before the series is finished. I nominate Diana Gabaldon and Bernard Cornwell to co-write the rest of GRRM's books, since GRRM is never going to finish them.
. You know that GRRM and Diana are good friends right? I doubt she's the type of person to take another authors story just to finish it for the sake of finishing it
There are indeed some differences between the book and the show , but they are both incredibly incredible. To Diana if she ever sees this comment: Dear Diana, I extremely admire your work... There was a “giveaway” contest in which the winner would won your book “Go tell the bees that I am gone” with your signature inside. I actually won the book after many participations, and I literally cried ❤️ I couldn’t believe it!I wanted it so much because this story has filled me with love and suspense. Keep writing and we will support you. Thank you for everything! Stay well you and your family ! Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷 ❤️
I gotta say they could have managed quite nicely extending Murtagh’s life even longer. I tear up to this day at that scene. Please talk them into flashbacks at least, please!
I cried like it was a family member when Murtaugh died. I rewatched the series before season 6 started & cried like a baby again. This series is the only reason I keep Starz!!
Long time fan, first read the books at the tender age of 12 lol. Claire became my ideal of what a strong intelligent woman could be. I am now a Grower of medicinal herbs, and all sorts of plants! I devoured Bees in no time! Thank you for these books Diana, and for waiting so many years to let Starz develop the stories so beautifully.
I should try to get my daughter to read them when she's a little older, she is 10 now. I'm glad you had such a great influence, I only wish I had found the books much sooner. I just discovered them 2 years ago but I love Claire!
@@xMystikShadowx Yes. She might be a bit young now lol! It wasn't the first romantic novel I'd read at the time though! Diana gave us such rich characters. Claire and Young Ian are my favorites
Have read these books over and over again, as well as watched the films. One of my favorite scenes is when Brianna meets her father for the first time.
I really like the changes the TV show makes from the book, particularly the narration from Jamie's point of view at the wedding and the fact Murtagh does not die at Culloden, so he is with Jamie at Ardsmuir and they reunite in America. I was really interested to hear how Diana Gabaldon had contributed to Murtagh's story line changes.
Great show for history lovers. Very well researched as far as historical details, contemporary outfits of the era. Well structured on how the love story is interwoven with the history of 18th century Scotland, France and colonial America. Found it historically realistic.
I was so lucky my sister introduced me to your books before she died 16 years ago. I still have the ones she gave me and everyone since including a beautiful hard copy signed by you a friend got for my 60th birthday. I so cherish your wonderful books. Thanks x
I could listen to Diana all day. I would love to hear more insights from her. So often on panels for the show, Diana doesn’t get the chance to answer much. The actors are often asked about their characters and I’m over here screaming, ask Diana she knows the characters better than anyone. Loved watching this
I'm a book purist, and I was okay with them keeping Murtagh alive. I loved Duncan Lacroix. Cutting the part where Claire gets into great depth with Father Anselm bothered me a lot. It really underscored her internal battle and doubts re: the morality of loving two men in two different times.
She is an incredibly gifted writer, and so much respect for her open-mindedness to making changes to the storyline in the show. The show is a huge success because of how closely the producers work with her as a consultant, and they truly protect the characters to ensure that they are seen in their true light, as Diana wrote them. Brilliant writing, producing, directing, and acting. I hope this show never ends, although I suppose that depends on Diana’s next novels, and of course if the actors will continue their roles! We at least know that season seven will happen! 🙏🙏❤️❤️
She's a lovely person...I love hearing her talk about the series & books. Also would have loved to see her react to the glade argument scene...that's a classic!
"...suddenly the sun actually came out from behind the clouds and sort of lit them up like Armaggedon. Totally inadvertent, but fortuitous..." ~Diana Gabaldon explaining the scene around 6:15 (which I won't write in the comments what scene it is exactly in case someone is reading this before seeing the spoilers warning at the beginning of the video). Anyways, I really like this quote from here because it reminded me that the beautiful things in life can really turn up when you least expect it and aren't even searching for it. It just makes life exciting! What she said was like an unintentional pep talk for me. No matter what you're going through (depression, financial issues, surviving abuse), keep on pushing through.
Such a cool woman, that Diana Gabaldon. I love how easy going she is about the differences, and even encouraging the writers on the show to make some choices. That's very trusting and neat. Also smart...it's going to be different than the books and that's actually part of what's exciting I think. 🌷 I did not know of the books until the show, but it makes me want to even more knowing there are some differences. I already wanted to...just not a huge fan of reading anymore lol Still her books are some of the only books I'm inspired to put the time into. The Murtagh death scene ...😭 omg I was so sad to see him go but glad he stayed a bit more. That line "dying doesn't hurt a bit". Is so touching. Death itself wouldn't hurt I suppose and yet it's so brave and the fact that he doesn't want Jaime to be in pain over it...🙈 It's too much! Lol
I didn't know of the books either. However, as hard as it's been, I made up my mind to watch the series before reading them. Believe me, I almost broke down & read them (during the pandemic!). It was so hard waiting so long on season 6!! I read all of the Game Of Thrones books before watching it, & it was hard watching how far off the show was from the books. That's why I keep telling myself no, no, don't read them yet. Lol 📚 🤷🏼♀️ I kind of think since this season is going to be a short one, I may start reading the books up to the season we're on while waiting on season 7. I can't decide only because I'm afraid I won't stop. Lol, I love reading a good book! 😉
Yes so glad they kept Murtagh in as long as they did. I so wish they could have kept him in longer. Loved that he & Joscasta fell in love & had hoped they could have carried on through the Revolution. I cried when he died.
What a remarkable Narration by Diana Gabaldon on her books & scenes from ‘Outlander’ and how they deviate from her story lines, Sadly I never read the books, but I’ve been mesmerised since the first day by the time traveling Love story of Jamie & Claire portrayed brilliantly by Sam Heughan & Caitriona Balfe, and conceived by the amazing imagination of Diana, I wasn’t keen on the first episode of S6. It being so dark, and getting darker with each episode, but I’m still compelled to return to this captivating story of love mystery and intrigue that is ‘Outlander’ one of my Dads favourite sayings was ‘it’s the Best thing since Sliced Bread! It couldn’t be more true! but it’s much more interesting 😘💞❤️🔥❣️
Your such an amazing and great woman...the OUTLANDER story is so great,amazing and incredible.I'm so honored to see this kind of series specially Jamie and Claire.
Wonderful! In Diana’s own words! Hopefully the avid book experts will see this and stop their critical complaining about season six! Appreciate the actors and the entire crew’s hard work … especially during a pandemic!
The respect Gabaldon has for show creators, to really consider change requests and help them make sense for the story and the characters, and the creators respect in return, for keeping as much as possible the same and clearly listening to her thoughts on when changes can or should not happen, is what makes this one of the best book to screen adaptations
What an interesting video. I could watch more of this. Diana Gabaldon is so sympathetic and I love how she agreed to certain changes in the story because they made sense (for the show or in terms of keeping a well like character alive).
Oh wow I absolutely love that Murtagh being part of the regulators and being in love with Jocasta were Diana's suggestions. I know she's very vocal about things she doesn't like in the show compared to the books but it seems she really is collaborative and supportive of the entire process of making the show.
What has she been vocal about not liking, and where did she say it? I just saw a newspaper article where she was asked if there was anything she doesn’t like and she said no it's all great.
@@margaretlavender9647 really? I use audible, and find it’s about the same as a physical book (about $16 AUD, I think that is less than £10). I do drive a lot though, so it fills my time in the car. The last one was about 50hrs long, so lasted me a while.
If u have ready any of the other books the first 80 chapter in go tell the bees are all repeats it is a very disappointing book I just hope we don't have to wait such a long time for the last book
It's gotta be tough as an author of such a sprawling series to see your work sorta picked apart. Diana has seemed overall to be very supportive of the series (particularly its actors), but I know (even as a non-reader of the series, much to my own failings) that there's been plenty of liberties. At the same time, it's a completely different, far more collaborative, medium than books, and that should be reflected in the show as well.
@@sugarbear1965 I actually read her books for the first time in 2017. I had just started the first season. I stopped watching to read the books, and then kept watching the series. I just got the audio version. Excellent. I just finished (yesterday) Outlander. But I forgot a lot that happened in the book after getting swept up by the series. Probably because I had read 10s of thousands of pages in such a short time that some things just faded into the background or I just forgot. Now, I have realIzed how totally different they are. And I have come to a different conclusion. The books are better. Way better. The series is way off on many things, primarily in that they totally changed motivations and personalities of some characters. Probably to make them more palatable to 20th century audiences. Except for Claire. They made her so irritating and unlikable that is surprised me. Book Claire is a far better character, especially considering the time in which she found herself in. I can care about her and actually like her. I sympathize with what she is dealing with. I can’t say that with tv Claire.
I enjoy watching Diana reacting to favorite scenes of the series. I like hearing her point of view about changes that were made from the books to the series. Thank you for posting. Please do more of these videos.
Diana is one of my many inspirations for writing myself. I love her work and I admire her so much. I can only dream to be as talented as she is someday!
I have not read the books but I love how Outlander portrays a Twin Flames story I love the whole series I have already watched it 3 times. I wonder if the author is in a twin flame relationship as well 😊🥰🔥🔥♥️♥️🙌
This was really wonderful and in fact I hope this might be done again with different portions of the story going back from the beginning. I do remember there were more changes. Diana, thank you so much for giving us all of your lovely books and then so much more of yourself. I have learned so much from you.
I absolutely love this!!! Thank you for letting us hear and see Diana’s reactions!!! I love everything about Outlander and can never get enough!! Did I thank you??!!❤️❤️
Diana Gabaldon brought up “Interstitial Cystitis” in her last book. My mother had that in her 50’s. She said that generally only 25,000 people had it and that most of them kill themselves because of the chronic pain. Her bladder had shrunk to a quarter of its size and you feel as if you have to pee all of the time. Her chosen method of treatment included an acupuncturist with a needle at the tip of his finger literally going up into her genitalia. She thought the consensus was that the disease could have come on from the stuff she used to treat Rosacea, Tetracycline (?). Although she had to take Thyroid meds since her 20’s. Not a disease you would wish on anyone. Good Luck to those who have it.
The books and the tv series do have some differences, but the spirit of the books is maintained in the show better than most adaptations of books to shows/movies. I highly recommend both the book series and the tv series. They do compliment each other beautifully. The books are written in such detail that you can picture it in your mind. If you do not care for reading, then please try the audiobooks...the narration is superb! Listening is perfect while driving or cleaning house or just taking a moment to relax. BTW, I happen to use Audible, so I use credits that come with my monthly subscription to purchase the books. The books themselves are much longer than many other books, and they normally would cost more if you were buying them outright. However, you actually save money getting them with a credit...just a thought. Just remember they are different ways of telling a story, so there's no need to get too caught up in the differences that may happen to save time on a show, for example. Sometimes, it helps to keep them separate. Other times, it's like you're getting additional perspective that you may not get from the other source. Either way, well worth it!
I actually read the series years ago using a little known place called a library...free. Waited years for the series to be filmed..Heard about one of the books being released so I went to the library to put my name on the list thinking that nine months was plenty of time to be first on the list...not! Would recommend reading the series, I've read it twice...
If only all adaptations collaborated so strongly with the authors! There's a reason people love certain books so deeply, but Hollywood too often strays from the source material and wonders why the movie/show flops. 🤦🏻♀I'm going to be crushed when the books and show are finished. Already dreading it.
I’m crying to see her watch this! I’m so sorry for everything I’ve said negative about series ( I’ve read books over and over) Please forgive me! I will love both! Omg the scene when she came back!!
To the people who are upset about the changes between the series of books to TV, maybe look at the two as similar stories running parallel to each other.
This was a wonderful video. It is very interesting to hear Diana's opinions on the TV series version of her stories. I love both the TV series and the books❤❤
I was one of thoes who watched first then read the books. And I to was upset the hotsprings part was taken out. It was one of my favorite parts of the first book
Of all the traumas that happened to the characters in Outlander, Claire´s assault was by far the most devastating for my personally. My heart and soul completely died at this moment and it took me some days to actually comprehend what had happened to her.
I love the Outlander series of books, Diana Gabaldon is a wonderful writer. Season 1 of Outlander followed the books quite closely so I thought it was fabulous. As the TV series went on the show got further and further away from the books . It was still pretty good but certainly not as good as the books. If you haven't read the books I would suggest watching the TV show first because it is a wonderful show in its own right and the actors are perfect. Then read the books. They will flesh out the show/story for you.
I Absolutely am desperately in love with the outlander series. I am a Book Lover so I fall hard for this Amazing & Beautiful woman's Books. With that said. I also love the TV series 😍 HOWEVER. I was so very disappointed in this 2022 Season. It covered alot in a very short time so it didn't have the Authentic personal feel to it. It felt rushed and a swerved hard left off the book which is never pleasant. 😕 But that isn't going to stop me from following this thing through! Absolutely great books if you struggle to read pickup a Diana book you will learn to love books. She tells an amazing story! Sucks me in every time. I've done been through the Outlander Book Series from start to finish 5times!
Keeping Murtagh was a great decision, for sure. I'm not sure the 5th season would have been as memorable without us having that one huge emotional link to the Regulators.
It would because they hang Roger😅
@@leony2526 i personally don't think so cause roger, as major a character he's become, he hasn't been in the show for long, so people are most likely not as attached to him as they are to murtagh
@@adalinerosewood He has been in the show since season 2 !
@@adalinerosewood I don't know, I only started liking Roger this season lol
@doomelf totally agree! Definitely one of my favorite moments of the fourth season was murtagh's reunion with Jaime, I cried more than with any other scene!
I’m grateful that Diana and the show runners have such a strong relationship and that she is still involved in development and decision making of the show. And, I’m glad she understands that the show is separate from the books and that what works in her books isn’t going to work on screen or simply be budget friendly. My favorite example is the part from the fourth book and season where Jamie fights and kills a bear. It would be dangerous to have actor Sam Heughan fight a real bear and expensive to render a CGI bear, so in the show they had a man go mad and believe he was possessed by the spirit of a bear. It works out just as well in the show despite being a bit different from the book, and I admire both versions.
I understand this too, but Claire killed a wolf! A WOLF! And we did not saw that in the tv show xD hahaha And Phaedra!?, and the story of the slaves and all that... idk I like the TV show, but I love the books :)
Don’t forget Claire hitting Jamie in the face with a fish trying to help him fight the bear 😂😂
I quite liked that too and think it was the best choice. The only thing is I think it lessens the power behind Jamie’s nickname of “Bear Killer”.
@nevarez_arte I was rewatching going "I can't remember if she kills the wolf in the show" ...the actors are so strong in my mind since I started reading after the show came out. I always create tv show false memories 😂
“Kill them all” is one of my favorite lines in the entire series. Jamie protects Claire at all costs.
Same! It’s so powerful
She was so smart to include Jocasta. That was some beautiful acting and important dialogue around the horrors of slavery
Dude, you can go buy a slave right now in Africa, from Africans.
This was so very interesting to see Diana watching these iconic scenes and to hear her reaction or describe the bts discussion that took place at the time. We need more of this!
Agreed. It helps calm readers down too I think. Once upon a time when the HP movies was filmed JR view helped sooth when if the author is not bothered with a change a reader can chill down too. Not always ofc but.
My heart is still broken over casting
Sam is an amazing actor! I love the wedding scene!❤
@@sugarbear1965 What casting changes would you make?
@@AnonJess That was my question too. I could not imagine anyone different. I find all the actors wonderful and absolutely believable!
Loved seeing Herself giving such approval after so many disgruntled viewers complained about so many trivial details. You can see by the look on her face that she loves this show’s reflection of her books! I loved every scene they reviewed. What a fabulous cast and crew.
They pay her. we have to pay to watch the crap they dish up
@@tonimannell8323 Did you ever consider that maybe... she actually likes it? Is that too crazy?
I can't think of a single book adaption to tv series that has been as faithful to the books as Outlander has.
@@Gwenhwyfar7 you know, I have seen the series so many times, I’ve lost count. Back in 2017 I read all the books. Recently, I have started listening to audio versions. I just finished Outlander and I’ll tell you one thing, a LOT of things are different from the shows. Things I had totally forgotten about. Not just events that have been removed or changed a bit. But character attitudes, and in some cases, their entire personality, is different.My main concern is Claire. Book Claire is FAR different from tv Claire. Book Claire is far more careful and takes into account the era in which she lives. She understands that 20th century ideals just will not fly in the 18th. It will be dangerous and draw attention to her. She is willing to do things that would never be allowed in her time, such as killing a teen age redcoat to save Jamie. Many key events, such as with Father Bain, have been totally changed. I always found tv Claire’s total disregard for the ideas, customs and morals of the era she found herself in, quite irritating and frankly she is not nearly as likable as book Claire. She constantly tries to push 20th century morals. She bitches and complains, as well as being irritating, it draws attention to herself and Jamie. It creates more trouble than it solves. The key offender in that was in season 4 when she tried to save the life of a slave that was to be executed. She had her high minded attitudes that put not only herself, but Jocasta and Jamie in serious danger. She is too self righteous. I never did like how they portray Claire in the show. I just try and ignore it.
you say disgruntled i say, they made claire an almost insufferable character on tv plus she doesnt look anything like the book character eyeroll
Diana is so well educated. Not only does she have a PhD in Science, but she’s a brilliant writer. She knows her history of all the continents. She has knowledge of all things Scottish Irish, English, and American. She knows of Scottish folklore and fae. She threw in medical knowledge vs wet nurses vs witches and witch trials. She knows the history of the wars in that time period, who the Kings and various rulers & renegades were. Shes knowledgeable of the American settlers and Native Americans and the painfully tragic battles they fought privately trying to hold onto their land before all hell broke loose. Let’s not forget about slavery. Not to mention the verbiage and accents spoken by everyone from the lowliest of peasants to the highly educated royalty, those with respectable position & everyone in between.
It’s a rather interesting plethora of knowledge to say the least. It would be interesting to see an interview where she discusses her education, her interests and why such a diversity.
I can say this much. I have a degree in Biology/Zoology. It’s considered a hard science. It’s not an easy degree & I’m not “stupid”. Diana, @ the very least, has a PhD in Science. Still, she chose to become a writer instead? I wonder what makes her tick?
There's only 2 things on this list as a book reader I would've liked changed. In the books Jaime and Claire get married at the same church that her and Frank marry at 200 years later. It adds a layer of emotion and feelings of guilt to the day in the books. Also the rescue scene when Claire is with the Lionel. I loved this scene in the book as Claire is only semi conscious and the first thing she notices is the sound of Highland drumming getting louder and louder and then the charge of Jamie and his men, I found it so powerful.
Ugh I wish the church was in the series.
Yes!! Reading that part gives me chills everytime, the way she describes the sound of the drums and looming doom that her captors are about to experience is Subperb
J'adore aussi les livres mais ces acteurs dégagent tellement d'amour que la série est toute aussi magnifique merci 💝
And because of this lady we are able to not only appreciate the books in their entirety but the stars have bought them alive x
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I'm so grateful that Diana is strongly involved in the development. It really shows that show runners would have strong relationship with the author and the creator of the world is making such a big difference.
Diana Gabaldon is an absolute lovely woman. What an amazing author. Not that this matters at all but I have to mention it..my jaw absolutely dropped to the floor when I found out she is 70 years old! OMG! I hope I look like that when I turn 70.. 😊
Can't beat Diana Gabaldon for a fantastic read! Love, love her descriptive style. Can't get enough of it!
I needed a proper warning before they showed Murtagh dying in this video. MY HEART BROKE ALL OVER AGAIN.
And, unlike George R.R. Martin, she FINISHED the book!!! Thank You Diana!!!’
I think the tenth book Diana is writing will be the last. Yeah, at least she writes and finished her books 📚
I came here to say this. Martin's never going to finish the series. I think a few things have happened to GRRM: He's too busy with other stuff, he's possibly written himself into a corner and has writer's block, HBO stole his thunder by progressing without him, or he'll die before the series is finished. I nominate Diana Gabaldon and Bernard Cornwell to co-write the rest of GRRM's books, since GRRM is never going to finish them.
. You know that GRRM and Diana are good friends right? I doubt she's the type of person to take another authors story just to finish it for the sake of finishing it
@@Ashbrash1998 I am pretty sure that no one believes it will happen. Just a rant. The sad reality is ASOIAF will never be completed. By anyone.
@justynetubbs211 A Dream of Spring will just be a dream with the state of Winds of Winter 😭😭
There are indeed some differences between the book and the show , but they are both incredibly incredible. To Diana if she ever sees this comment: Dear Diana, I extremely admire your work... There was a “giveaway” contest in which the winner would won your book “Go tell the bees that I am gone” with your signature inside. I actually won the book after many participations, and I literally cried ❤️ I couldn’t believe it!I wanted it so much because this story has filled me with love and suspense. Keep writing and we will support you. Thank you for everything! Stay well you and your family !
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Good job Diana... One of the best series i ve watched in the last 15 years. Phenomenal work you did with the books.
Ms. Gabaldon, you are one of Earth's truly gifted Story Tellers and authors. I sincerely thank you for the awesome books and stories!
I gotta say they could have managed quite nicely extending Murtagh’s life even longer. I tear up to this day at that scene. Please talk them into flashbacks at least, please!
I cried like it was a family member when Murtaugh died. I rewatched the series before season 6 started & cried like a baby again. This series is the only reason I keep Starz!!
Long time fan, first read the books at the tender age of 12 lol.
Claire became my ideal of what a strong intelligent woman could be. I am now a Grower of medicinal herbs, and all sorts of plants!
I devoured Bees in no time!
Thank you for these books Diana, and for waiting so many years to let Starz develop the stories so beautifully.
I should try to get my daughter to read them when she's a little older, she is 10 now. I'm glad you had such a great influence, I only wish I had found the books much sooner. I just discovered them 2 years ago but I love Claire!
@@xMystikShadowx Yes. She might be a bit young now lol! It wasn't the first romantic novel I'd read at the time though!
Diana gave us such rich characters. Claire and Young Ian are my favorites
It was fascinating to watch DG be as captivated by the acting as I am.
I loved the book epilogues and Diana's insight. Also shout to Devina Porter!
A pleasure to listen to her, but also, she looks stunning
Have read these books over and over again, as well as watched the films. One of my favorite scenes is when Brianna meets her father for the first time.
I was disappointed it was in a teaser trailer I saw, otherwise it would have meant more the first time
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I really like the changes the TV show makes from the book, particularly the narration from Jamie's point of view at the wedding and the fact Murtagh does not die at Culloden, so he is with Jamie at Ardsmuir and they reunite in America. I was really interested to hear how Diana Gabaldon had contributed to Murtagh's story line changes.
Conversation with the author is amazing!! Her reaction to the show is great!
My favourite book and TV series, Thank you Diana
Great show for history lovers. Very well researched as far as historical details, contemporary outfits of the era. Well structured on how the love story is interwoven with the history of 18th century Scotland, France and colonial America. Found it historically realistic.
I was so lucky my sister introduced me to your books before she died 16 years ago. I still have the ones she gave me and everyone since including a beautiful hard copy signed by you a friend got for my 60th birthday. I so cherish your wonderful books. Thanks x
Interestingly tomorrow is her 16th anniversary and this link popped up out of nowhere.
may she rip and i wish you happiness and full health 🤍 stay safe.
Diana you are a genius! I love you and your incredible writing that awakens mind and soul. Thank you,
I am so happy they kept Murtagh alive...he is one of my favourite characters.
I could listen to Diana all day. I would love to hear more insights from her. So often on panels for the show, Diana doesn’t get the chance to answer much. The actors are often asked about their characters and I’m over here screaming, ask Diana she knows the characters better than anyone. Loved watching this
I’m re-reading the whole series and I have the 8th book I’m so in love with the story and the characters!! You are amazing Diana Gabaldon❤️
I love how she was about to press pause but even she had to finish the line he was saying.
I find the title "Go Tell the Bees that I am Gone" to be so poetic and delicate
I'm a book purist, and I was okay with them keeping Murtagh alive. I loved Duncan Lacroix.
Cutting the part where Claire gets into great depth with Father Anselm bothered me a lot. It really underscored her internal battle and doubts re: the morality of loving two men in two different times.
She’s so smart and articulate. Amazing woman
She is an incredibly gifted writer, and so much respect for her open-mindedness to making changes to the storyline in the show. The show is a huge success because of how closely the producers work with her as a consultant, and they truly protect the characters to ensure that they are seen in their true light, as Diana wrote them. Brilliant writing, producing, directing, and acting. I hope this show never ends, although I suppose that depends on Diana’s next novels, and of course if the actors will continue their roles! We at least know that season seven will happen! 🙏🙏❤️❤️
I love the books and the TV Show. I have read all the books. Awesome to all.
I don’t even know how you would be able to do it but authors reacting to recreations of their works would be such an iconic series.
"I compiled a dossier on Black Jack Randall" DIANA!! I NEED IT!!
PLEASE!!!
Me too! I need a series about BJR!
She's a lovely person...I love hearing her talk about the series & books. Also would have loved to see her react to the glade argument scene...that's a classic!
"...suddenly the sun actually came out from behind the clouds and sort of lit them up like Armaggedon. Totally inadvertent, but fortuitous..." ~Diana Gabaldon explaining the scene around 6:15
(which I won't write in the comments what scene it is exactly in case someone is reading this before seeing the spoilers warning at the beginning of the video). Anyways, I really like this quote from here because it reminded me that the beautiful things in life can really turn up when you least expect it and aren't even searching for it. It just makes life exciting! What she said was like an unintentional pep talk for me. No matter what you're going through (depression, financial issues, surviving abuse), keep on pushing through.
Loved watching Diana her facial expressions makes me want to cry again. Awesome!
Angus and Rupert were perfect… Loved them❤
Such a cool woman, that Diana Gabaldon. I love how easy going she is about the differences, and even encouraging the writers on the show to make some choices. That's very trusting and neat. Also smart...it's going to be different than the books and that's actually part of what's exciting I think. 🌷
I did not know of the books until the show, but it makes me want to even more knowing there are some differences. I already wanted to...just not a huge fan of reading anymore lol Still her books are some of the only books I'm inspired to put the time into.
The Murtagh death scene ...😭 omg I was so sad to see him go but glad he stayed a bit more. That line "dying doesn't hurt a bit". Is so touching. Death itself wouldn't hurt I suppose and yet it's so brave and the fact that he doesn't want Jaime to be in pain over it...🙈 It's too much! Lol
Not fond of reading, try the audio books.
I didn't know of the books either. However, as hard as it's been, I made up my mind to watch the series before reading them. Believe me, I almost broke down & read them (during the pandemic!). It was so hard waiting so long on season 6!!
I read all of the Game Of Thrones books before watching it, & it was hard watching how far off the show was from the books. That's why I keep telling myself no, no, don't read them yet. Lol 📚 🤷🏼♀️ I kind of think since this season is going to be a short one, I may start reading the books up to the season we're on while waiting on season 7. I can't decide only because I'm afraid I won't stop. Lol, I love reading a good book! 😉
@@missybekind5022 Well you could have read/listened up to Drum's of Autumn with no spoilers, at least ;)
Yes so glad they kept Murtagh in as long as they did. I so wish they could have kept him in longer. Loved that he & Joscasta fell in love & had hoped they could have carried on through the Revolution. I cried when he died.
My wife and I both love this series so much. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I love you, Diana!!!
What a remarkable Narration by Diana Gabaldon on her books & scenes from ‘Outlander’ and how they deviate from her story lines, Sadly I never read the books, but I’ve been mesmerised since the first day by the time traveling Love story of Jamie & Claire portrayed brilliantly by Sam Heughan & Caitriona Balfe, and conceived by the amazing imagination of Diana, I wasn’t keen on the first episode of S6. It being so dark, and getting darker with each episode, but I’m still compelled to return to this captivating story of love mystery and intrigue that is ‘Outlander’ one of my Dads favourite sayings was ‘it’s the Best thing since Sliced Bread! It couldn’t be more true! but it’s much more interesting 😘💞❤️🔥❣️
Your such an amazing and great woman...the OUTLANDER story is so great,amazing and incredible.I'm so honored to see this kind of series specially Jamie and Claire.
Wonderful! In Diana’s own words! Hopefully the avid book experts will see this and stop their critical complaining about season six! Appreciate the actors and the entire crew’s hard work … especially during a pandemic!
The respect Gabaldon has for show creators, to really consider change requests and help them make sense for the story and the characters, and the creators respect in return, for keeping as much as possible the same and clearly listening to her thoughts on when changes can or should not happen, is what makes this one of the best book to screen adaptations
What an interesting video. I could watch more of this. Diana Gabaldon is so sympathetic and I love how she agreed to certain changes in the story because they made sense (for the show or in terms of keeping a well like character alive).
Oh wow I absolutely love that Murtagh being part of the regulators and being in love with Jocasta were Diana's suggestions. I know she's very vocal about things she doesn't like in the show compared to the books but it seems she really is collaborative and supportive of the entire process of making the show.
What has she been vocal about not liking, and where did she say it? I just saw a newspaper article where she was asked if there was anything she doesn’t like and she said no it's all great.
Iconic moments orchestrated and a huge tribute to Diana Gabaldon
Loved this And love they kept Murtagh.
Finished the Audiobook of Go tell the Bees that I’m gone the other week, and it’s fantastic! Loved the cliffhanger ending.
But audio books are SO EXPENSIVE! They are in England anyway.
@@margaretlavender9647 really? I use audible, and find it’s about the same as a physical book (about $16 AUD, I think that is less than £10). I do drive a lot though, so it fills my time in the car. The last one was about 50hrs long, so lasted me a while.
If u have ready any of the other books the first 80 chapter in go tell the bees are all repeats it is a very disappointing book I just hope we don't have to wait such a long time for the last book
Wow, that was described just as it's felt as you watched it.
It's gotta be tough as an author of such a sprawling series to see your work sorta picked apart. Diana has seemed overall to be very supportive of the series (particularly its actors), but I know (even as a non-reader of the series, much to my own failings) that there's been plenty of liberties. At the same time, it's a completely different, far more collaborative, medium than books, and that should be reflected in the show as well.
You cannot comment if you have not read her books!!! Not cool!!!! I’ve read several times, unbelievable !!!
@@sugarbear1965 I actually read her books for the first time in 2017. I had just started the first season. I stopped watching to read the books, and then kept watching the series. I just got the audio version. Excellent. I just finished (yesterday) Outlander. But I forgot a lot that happened in the book after getting swept up by the series. Probably because I had read 10s of thousands of pages in such a short time that some things just faded into the background or I just forgot. Now, I have realIzed how totally different they are. And I have come to a different conclusion. The books are better. Way better. The series is way off on many things, primarily in that they totally changed motivations and personalities of some characters. Probably to make them more palatable to 20th century audiences. Except for Claire. They made her so irritating and unlikable that is surprised me. Book Claire is a far better character, especially considering the time in which she found herself in. I can care about her and actually like her. I sympathize with what she is dealing with. I can’t say that with tv Claire.
Wow this woman is a genius in my eyes. 😍 And so beautiful as well.
Love this tv-serie💗
Love listening to her!!!
Love the tv series, haven’t read the books yet but they are on my reading list. After watching this, I cannot wait to read the books!
Thank you, Diane, with all my heart ♥️
Would like to see Diana's favorite episodes from each season.
Your fabulous books have saved my sanity. Thank you 🙏🏻
I love LOVE the books and the series so much!
I enjoy watching Diana reacting to favorite scenes of the series. I like hearing her point of view about changes that were made from the books to the series. Thank you for posting. Please do more of these videos.
Diana is one of my many inspirations for writing myself. I love her work and I admire her so much. I can only dream to be as talented as she is someday!
I have not read the books but I love how Outlander portrays a Twin Flames story I love the whole series I have already watched it 3 times. I wonder if the author is in a twin flame relationship as well 😊🥰🔥🔥♥️♥️🙌
This was really wonderful and in fact I hope this might be done again with different portions of the story going back from the beginning.
I do remember there were more changes.
Diana, thank you so much for giving us all of your lovely books and then so much more of yourself. I have learned so much from you.
‘Kill then all” was my favorite line.
I absolutely love this!!! Thank you for letting us hear and see Diana’s reactions!!! I love everything about Outlander and can never get enough!! Did I thank you??!!❤️❤️
Diana!! I love her.
Excellent piece, thank you Diana!
I’ve read all the books and haven’t seen the series. They can’t match what the characters are that I have in my mind 😊
diana wears two rings in both her hands just like claire. intresting fact
Diana Gabaldon brought up “Interstitial Cystitis” in her last book. My mother had that in her 50’s. She said that generally only 25,000 people had it and that most of them kill themselves because of the chronic pain. Her bladder had shrunk to a quarter of its size and you feel as if you have to pee all of the time. Her chosen method of treatment included an acupuncturist with a needle at the tip of his finger literally going up into her genitalia. She thought the consensus was that the disease could have come on from the stuff she used to treat Rosacea, Tetracycline (?). Although she had to take Thyroid meds since her 20’s. Not a disease you would wish on anyone. Good Luck to those who have it.
The books and the tv series do have some differences, but the spirit of the books is maintained in the show better than most adaptations of books to shows/movies. I highly recommend both the book series and the tv series. They do compliment each other beautifully. The books are written in such detail that you can picture it in your mind. If you do not care for reading, then please try the audiobooks...the narration is superb! Listening is perfect while driving or cleaning house or just taking a moment to relax. BTW, I happen to use Audible, so I use credits that come with my monthly subscription to purchase the books. The books themselves are much longer than many other books, and they normally would cost more if you were buying them outright. However, you actually save money getting them with a credit...just a thought. Just remember they are different ways of telling a story, so there's no need to get too caught up in the differences that may happen to save time on a show, for example. Sometimes, it helps to keep them separate. Other times, it's like you're getting additional perspective that you may not get from the other source. Either way, well worth it!
I actually read the series years ago using a little known place called a library...free. Waited years for the series to be filmed..Heard about one of the books being released so I went to the library to put my name on the list thinking that nine months was plenty of time to be first on the list...not! Would recommend reading the series, I've read it twice...
You are absolutely wonderful writer I can’t wait untill you finish book 10 I loved book 9
I read the first four books. The adoption is A+. They take things and add things perfectly for the cinematic format.
If only all adaptations collaborated so strongly with the authors! There's a reason people love certain books so deeply, but Hollywood too often strays from the source material and wonders why the movie/show flops. 🤦🏻♀I'm going to be crushed when the books and show are finished. Already dreading it.
I’m crying to see her watch this! I’m so sorry for everything I’ve said negative about series ( I’ve read books over and over)
Please forgive me! I will love both!
Omg the scene when she came back!!
P.s you look amazing!
To the people who are upset about the changes between the series of books to TV, maybe look at the two as similar stories running parallel to each other.
Liked seeing the authors view on scenes in the tv series verses her books. This was an interesting video to watch.👍🏻
Thank you, Diana!
Diana looks fantastic
I lov3 this reaction plus explanation between happen the book and the series
All the best parts!!!
She said she had a phd in science so I had to look up her life. What a fascinating woman!
drink everything Diana says "and so forth" 🤣
Thank you Penguin Books UK to invite Ms Gabaldon to do this. This is a little bit more interesting with the author than with the actors. 🙂
I am eagerly awaiting the final book.
Love Sam's voice.
talented author
This was a wonderful video. It is very interesting to hear Diana's opinions on the TV series version of her stories. I love both the TV series and the books❤❤
I was one of thoes who watched first then read the books. And I to was upset the hotsprings part was taken out. It was one of my favorite parts of the first book
Of all the traumas that happened to the characters in Outlander, Claire´s assault was by far the most devastating for my personally. My heart and soul completely died at this moment and it took me some days to actually comprehend what had happened to her.
I love the Outlander series of books, Diana Gabaldon is a wonderful writer. Season 1 of Outlander followed the books quite closely so I thought it was fabulous. As the TV series went on the show got further and further away from the books . It was still pretty good but certainly not as good as the books.
If you haven't read the books I would suggest watching the TV show first because it is a wonderful show in its own right and the actors are perfect. Then read the books. They will flesh out the show/story for you.
I agree. Also you have the image of the tv characters in your mind as you read the books.
That is what I plan on doing.I don't want to read them until after the series.
I'm always on
Board for Tobias praise 💓💓💓
Frank still has a presence in the story, so there are plenty of opportunities for Tobias to appear again if they can work it out.
@@melissablackwood I'm really hoping so! Ik the cast misses during with him and Ron really didn't wanna kill bjr off but Diana made him lol
I Absolutely am desperately in love with the outlander series. I am a Book Lover so I fall hard for this Amazing & Beautiful woman's Books. With that said. I also love the TV series 😍 HOWEVER. I was so very disappointed in this 2022 Season. It covered alot in a very short time so it didn't have the Authentic personal feel to it. It felt rushed and a swerved hard left off the book which is never pleasant. 😕 But that isn't going to stop me from following this thing through! Absolutely great books if you struggle to read pickup a Diana book you will learn to love books. She tells an amazing story! Sucks me in every time. I've done been through the Outlander Book Series from start to finish 5times!