Theoretically, THE SCOTTISH PRISONER was released in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand today (well…December 1. I haven’t gone to bed yet, so it’s still Dec. 1 for me). I _know_ it was released November 29th in the US, because we had a delightful launch party for it, and people have apparently been enjoying it ever since. Hope y’all enjoy it!
I did hear from several people that they had received emails from Barnes and Noble, informing them that their books hadn’t shipped yet, “because the release date had changed.” {ahem} Far be it from me to say that a respectable large bookstore chain lies like a rug, but I also have a number of photos sent me by readers, proudly showing off their new books–not a few of which sport B&N “20% Off Bestseller” stickers.
Now, they may possibly not have ordered _enough_ copies, and thus be trying to prevent people canceling their orders and buying the book elsewhere while they scramble to get more–I’m sure couldn’t say as to their possible motives–but I _can_ say that the book is out.
Hope you enjoy it whenever and however you get it!
And Many, Many Thanks to Elenna Loughlin, who provided the beautiful author’s photo–which I include here, because the UK readers tell me it isn’t on the trade paperback edition that they mostly get, and they should get to enjoy it, too.
Now, for those of you who’ve already reached the Author’s Notes, there is a note there to the effect that we have sound files of the Gaelic bits, _and_ phonetic pronunciations, and those will be available here. They _will_, but probably not before the end of the weekend–I’m madly finishing a novella (“The Space Between”) and the wonderful Cathy MacGregor is working on the pronunciations in the interstitces of her own work. But they _will_ be up here, as soon as we can manage it!
You you look stunningly beautiful! Congratulations on the release of the Scottish Prisoner! I look forward to reading more tales of our favoritie men!
Dear Cathy Jo–
Why, thanks! And thanks also to Elenna, who took the picture. {g}
–Diana
Si Diana, se ve bella !!
I hate my life but at least this makes it baelrabe.
Dear Eloise–
Dear me. I’m sorry that things should not be going well for you. I hope this year sees some improvement–will keep you in my prayers.
–Diana
You do look gorgeous! I am dying for book 8!! To heck with the other stuff!! Just kidding- sort of!
favorite men and women! the star of the show is Claire
Lovely picture of you on the back…I received my copy from the library on Tuesday…I was surprised that I was first on the list but nonetheless thrilled. I started reading last night as I had to finish another book first (always finish what you start is what my momma use to say). Happy writing and Bright Blessings to you!
Hi Diana,
Congradulations on another fabulous book.
I finished The Scottish prisoner last night. Loved it. I always loved the character of Lord John Grey but was not sure how a story would work with both Jamie and John as main characters; I was afraid one would over power the other. But, you pulled it off famously. I am now hoping to see more John and Jamie buddy mysteries. Hopeful Hint.
For your information, I ordered my book from Amazon Canada as I am here in Ottawa Canada and recieved it on Tuesday the 29. So they would have shipped the book before the release date for which I was of course delighted as I thought I would not have got it before the end of the week. Your Canadian fans are at least well served.
Jackleen
I pre-ordered my copy on Amazon.com and I’m still waiting. According to the tracking it should be delivered today. I am jealous of those who read it already.
Me too! I like pre-ordering from Amazon but it does take a few days to ship. I should have mine today which is perfect timing – I will be reading all weekend!
Well I just checked tracking AGAIN and it just shows ‘In transit” and “has left the sellers facility”, that’s all, I was so hoping for an “out for delivery” but NOOOOOO. Grrrrrrrrrr ! I wanted to start reading tonight !!!!… I have pre-ordered books with Amazon before and I always get the book on the release date, WHAT HAPPENED TIHS TIME ????… I need a tranquilizer.
I’ll just have to get it on my kindle,which is NOT my first choice as the books I get in the kindle format are the ones I am not crazy about –the “average”(on MY personal category)– no choice about it though. I feel like they spoiled everything.
Aye well…
Evidently I was so anxious to receive the new book, I pre-ordered it from Amazon in August, September and October, and sure enough all three copies arrived today – finally! I’m about to crack one of them open and expect to resurface some time tomorrow! Can’t wait to visit with Jamie again! Thanks Diana.
I ordered my copy several months ago from Amazon and I still don’t have it. I was hoping to receive my copy on the release date. I’m in Alaska and things just take a few extra days. I was hoping Amazon might take that into consideration. Oh well, I will enjoy the book when I get it. Something to look forward to. If I can wait, I may read at the cabin over Christmas!
Nice picture, Diana!
I’m part of the way through as my daily obligations don’t allow as much time for reading as I would like. I was able to download Scottish Prisoner right away and am happily awaiting my signed copy from The Poisoned Pen. Thank you for another wonderful installment in the lives of both Jamie and LJ!
I stayed up till midnight on Monday to see if my kindle version would download… at about 12:02 a.m. it did. One of the many things to love about a kindle! I thoroughly enjoyed the book! There are many things I’d love to say, but don’t want to give any kind of spoiler for those who might not have started, or finished, the book yet. I do have to say, though, that I love how Claire is always with Jamie, and sometimes that made me laugh, but it tore at my heart too.
Looking forward to receiving my copy soon. Love the photo of you.
I ordered from Amazon and got my copy on Tuesday, maybe Wednesday. I got started reading it but as I had no power until late last night, I am savoring it slowly….
Also Loved the photo!
Hi Diana,
I finished the book just yesterday at midnight and I enjoyed every single page. Thank you very much.
Kind regards from Germany
Dear Kathrin–
Danke!
–Diana
Dear Diana:
LOVED the book! You did it again–another outstanding adventure with our beloved Lord John AND Jamie–could not have been a better combo! Great story and as always, another fantastic tome by the best author ever! Love the back photo, too! Where was the photo taken?
Rose
I visited my nearest Chapters/Indigo on November 29th to pick up my pristine copy of Scottish Prisoner. I have it sitting on my nightstand at the moment, unopened, as I finish my umpteenth re-read of Outlander and Dragonfly in Amber. I have, of course, read the preview (wow!) and so – I hear the siren call of Prisoner several times a day, even as I toil away at work, several miles away – LOL. As it’s now Friday in wintry Calgary, I hope to spend all evening – into the wee hours if required – soaking up the story with no irritating restrictions such as an early morning rise. I DO love a good read and your books are like a treasure trove for my imagination. Thanks, Diana. I look forward to many more years of enjoyment.
Angela
Dear Angela–
Glad you got it with no complications–and I hope you enjoy it!
–Diana
Hi Diana,
Congratualtions on the release of Scottish Prisoner !
Yes I was one of those who received that email from Barnes & Noble. I replied and told them they lie like a rug . It also didn’t help that you are prominently featured on the home page of B&N online under books we’re talking about. They finally shipped my book today (Dec 2) after numerous phone calls and email rants. Now they are blaming it on their system not updating something to do with warehouses.
Anyway due to the extreme kindess of a friend and fellow DG addict (Maria V) I am reading it on her Kindle. So far I absolutely love it. The interaction between Hal and Jamie is wonderful. I’m just back from lunch where I read Chapter 9. All I can say is Oh…….my…….
Sheila
Sheila!
Really glad you’re enjoying it! I don’t _suppose_ it’s company policy or anything, but I sure get a lot of people telling me that B&N clerks tell them one or another of my books is “out of print” (none of them have _ever_ been out of print. Occasionally out of stock, if the reprinting didn’t quite keep up with demand, but never out of print). I think they’ll just say anything to avoid being blamed for not having a book. Very strange.
Re Chapter 9 ….{g}….oh, my! indeed.
–Diana
Dear Diana:
Love your Outlander series! I am a very new reader, your series was past onto me by another fan! I am wondering if in 2012 you will be coming to the midwest for any book signing appearances? Would love to meet you! Again, thanks for a wonderful adventure!
Sharon
Another one out of the ballpark! I finished my copy this morning and, wow, I … wow! The only thing I can say without spoiling it for others is that it is a fantastic stand-alone oeuvre that thoroughly whets the appetite for the next novel in the Outlander series. Thank you!
Dear Barbara–
Thank YOU! {g}
–Diana
Diana,
Thanks for letting me know that I wasn’t alone with the Barnes & Noble debacle. My book still hasn’t shipped. But I sent them a nasty gram indicating that I believed they were deliberately misleading their customers. As I’m a bit behind on my reading material, I don’t NEED it right now, but I want to have it.
Misery loves company and it’s nice to know I’m not alone.
Diana:
Just a lovely book. It was a very satisfying read (finished by 5 pm on the 30th). I adore Lord John every bit as much as I love Jamie, and thank you not only for creating such enchanting characters, but also for all your research. I learn new things in every story. Great tide-me-over until the next Very Big Book in the series.
Blue is your color. I noticed the author photo on my copy and once again thought that you are a beautiful woman who always wears such perfect fabrics.
Happy Christmas to you and yours,
kathryn
We were in the local Costco this afternoon, and as I always check the books section, I was very pleasantly surprised to see the new book on the table. Hand moved very fast to grab it up! I’m looking forward to a most enjoyable read (as always!). Congratulations on the new book.
Diana – I have been a fan for many years (anxiously await nezt release) and have shared Clare and Jaime with many friends and even strangers – when I see a copy clutched in someones arms we make eye contact and nod as we are in the same club and share the same dreams. We are immediatley soul sisters. But I wanted to share with you I recently purchased Outlander in CD form and have been listening on my new drive to work every day and I have fallen in love all over again. Your words are so rich, the scottish brogue delightfull to listen to. Jaime and Clare – I am discovering them all over again. Thank you for all of it from the very bottom of my heart. It is all very very special to me.
Dear Connie–
Glad you’ve been enjoying the story again in audio form! {g}
–Diana
Love , love this book.. am looking forward to more of the lost years… about John, Jamie and Willie…
It was like seeing family that you hadn’t seen in awhile and catching up.. Thanks so much..absolutely love
your story telling…
You look lovely Diana. The book is just great, as I expected. It follows on very nicely from LJG and the Brotherhood of the Blade, which I finished the other day (and before that The Private Matter) and both of which I very much enjoyed. It was great to meet Percy in those books also. Thanks so much and all the best with the next book’s. It’s all so very exciting waiting for them. Have a good week.