Helpful Score: 2
I am a fan of the series, so was very interested in seeing an artist's concept of how the characters looked. This, I thought, was nicely done in this graphic novel and I appreciated the attention to detail. My only criticisms of the artwork are that Claire seemed too young in some panels (and occasionally too 'manga'), as did Murtagh, Jamie's godfather. Because the secondary men seemed all of an age, it was difficult sometimes to sort them out. But, all in all, an enjoyable read and addition to the series.
I'm a huge Outlander fan, so I couldn't resist this graphic novel. The Exile covers the first third of Outlander, mainly told from Murtagh and Jamie's viewpoints. The first part covers the time when Jamie first returns from France, briefly mentioned in Outlander. Jamie comes across as a bit headstrong though not reckless and is kept on track by his godfather, Murtagh. Murtagh witnesses Claire's arrival through the stones, making him suspicious of her and why she is there. Unlike the original, there is an additional character in Kenneth, another time-traveler and cohort of Geillis. I never quite understood his purpose. The events that occur during their time at Castle Leoch and on the rent collecting journey were well done. The wedding scene was also good.
Having read Outlander several times, I never had a problem following the story in this book. The graphic novel format is more condensed, without the signature descriptive prose of the original. I didn't care much for many of the illustrations. The men all looked enough alike that it was sometimes challenging to figure out who was speaking. Claire's portrayal isn't so good either. I thought she looked harsh. I also agree with other reviewers that her proportions were highly exaggerated.
Overall, I enjoyed the graphic novel. I think it helps that I'm familiar with the story. I'm not sure that it would be a good introduction to the Outlander world.
Having read Outlander several times, I never had a problem following the story in this book. The graphic novel format is more condensed, without the signature descriptive prose of the original. I didn't care much for many of the illustrations. The men all looked enough alike that it was sometimes challenging to figure out who was speaking. Claire's portrayal isn't so good either. I thought she looked harsh. I also agree with other reviewers that her proportions were highly exaggerated.
Overall, I enjoyed the graphic novel. I think it helps that I'm familiar with the story. I'm not sure that it would be a good introduction to the Outlander world.
nice graphics! really quick to read less than an hour! on to the next!
I got this book mostly out of curiosity since I had read the Outlander series. It was a nice reminder of the first book, although much is necessarily and understandably missing. The illustrations, directed and approved by Diana Gabaldon and executed by Hoang Nguyen, were lovely but not exceptional, in my opinion. Still the undertaking was considerable and I applaud Gabaldon for venturing into the graphic novel genre. Fans of that genre might be interested in this book and, if she continues the series, others. I, however, am not. The story is much more rich in my imagination than in a single artist's interpretation.
This is an enjoyable addition to the "Outlander" series. The script is written by Diana Gabaldon. The illustrations are by Hoang Nguyen.
This book covers basically the first third of "The Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon. However, it is told through the eyes of Murtagh (and sometimes Jamie) rather than through the eyes of Claire.
It's a fun, short read. It will only take an hour or so. The art is lovely. Reading this book made me want to revisit the original edition of "The Outlander".
This book covers basically the first third of "The Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon. However, it is told through the eyes of Murtagh (and sometimes Jamie) rather than through the eyes of Claire.
It's a fun, short read. It will only take an hour or so. The art is lovely. Reading this book made me want to revisit the original edition of "The Outlander".
I liked this but didn't love it. However, I'm an Outlander fan, not a comics fan, so feel free to take my rating with a grain of salt! There are portions you get from the new point of view here that you don't know from reading the novel.
Whitney C. (CollegeKid0010) -
This was my first graphic novel, and I enjoyed it a lot. Ive read a few manga, and compared to those the layout of Exile was much more blocky and symmetrical, which I found easier to read. The art and characters themselves are also more life-like and less anime-ish.
The art is my favorite part because of just how deceptive and good it is. Some of the Scots looked a lot a like but Gabaldon always gives you some clue in each frame as to which one is which, whether its the color of the plaid or the hair or angle of the cheekbones.
Id never heard of the Outlanders, so story-wise I was completely new to the world. I really like Jamiehes an adorable rascal, but honorable and dedicated. Hes young and foolish, but surprisingly aware of the politics being played at around him, and of his own worth within those schemes. Claire is also cool. She handles her sudden change in surroundings and shift in time well compared to other time-traveling heroines Ive read. Im not sure how she got there, exactly, and with Kenneth and Geillis running around apparently knowing more than any medieval person should, I felt lost in the larger scheme of the story.
I like the development of the love story, but Im kind of surprised that Claire acquiesces so easily to marry Jamie considering she continually references her present-day husband several times and that connection appears to give her strength. But still, she and Jamie are a good match for each other.
Im not for sure how Geillis and Claire came to be accused of witchcraft, so I would have liked a little more clarity there. Also, Geillis is a character I would have loved to learn more about. She seems to have a lot more going on that what little bit you get to see. Kenneth too has more going on, but I think Geillis is the more interesting, partially because she comes right out at the end and says shes a witch. Shes obviously got an ulterior motive, but its not revealed.
Overall, I good, relaxing read.
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The art is my favorite part because of just how deceptive and good it is. Some of the Scots looked a lot a like but Gabaldon always gives you some clue in each frame as to which one is which, whether its the color of the plaid or the hair or angle of the cheekbones.
Id never heard of the Outlanders, so story-wise I was completely new to the world. I really like Jamiehes an adorable rascal, but honorable and dedicated. Hes young and foolish, but surprisingly aware of the politics being played at around him, and of his own worth within those schemes. Claire is also cool. She handles her sudden change in surroundings and shift in time well compared to other time-traveling heroines Ive read. Im not sure how she got there, exactly, and with Kenneth and Geillis running around apparently knowing more than any medieval person should, I felt lost in the larger scheme of the story.
I like the development of the love story, but Im kind of surprised that Claire acquiesces so easily to marry Jamie considering she continually references her present-day husband several times and that connection appears to give her strength. But still, she and Jamie are a good match for each other.
Im not for sure how Geillis and Claire came to be accused of witchcraft, so I would have liked a little more clarity there. Also, Geillis is a character I would have loved to learn more about. She seems to have a lot more going on that what little bit you get to see. Kenneth too has more going on, but I think Geillis is the more interesting, partially because she comes right out at the end and says shes a witch. Shes obviously got an ulterior motive, but its not revealed.
Overall, I good, relaxing read.
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