Outlander Superlatives: Episode 502 – Between Two Fires

If we’ve learned anything from Hamilton!, it’s that Colonial America was not a cake walk. When you add in the chaos the Frasers bring pretty much everywhere they go, you know that the relative peace of Roger and Brianna’s wedding was just the calm before a big old storm. (For the record, I realize we’ve … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 502 – Between Two Fires

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 501 – The Fiery Cross

Droughtlander is over, my friends, and you know what that means. It’s been over a year since Jamie, Claire, Brianna, and Roger graced our TV screens. (It’s been even longer since I’ve recapped the best of the best from each episode, but I’ve been consumed by other writing and I only have ten fingers and … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 501 – The Fiery Cross

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 405 – Savages

Just when you think Outlander can’t get any better, they go and throw in a Murtaugh.   There’s a lot to unpack from Episode 405, “Savages.” Bree’s at Craigh na Dun! Jamie’s having premonitions! Roger’s beefing up on his detective skills! Claire makes a friend! Oh, no. It never ends well when Claire makes a … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 405 – Savages

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 403 – The False Bride

THE MACKENZIES  ARE HERE!!! Sorry, I’ve been waiting a while to say that. In what is already a fantastic season of Outlander, “The False Bride” is my favorite episode so far. Jamie is emotional. Claire is Claire. ROGER AND BREE ARE BACK!!!! Again, sorry. I’ve just really missed them. We have a lot to cover, … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 403 – The False Bride

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 401 – America the Beautiful

It’s official, clan: Droughtlander is OVER!!! It seems like an eternity since we last saw the Frasers making out on that deserted beach in Georgia, but they’re finally back! And they’ve made their way to North Carolina! And Jamie is wearing a tricorn like it’s nobody’s business! As happy as I am that Outlander is … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 401 – America the Beautiful

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 313 – Eye of the Storm

The time has arrived, Outlander fans. Thirteen episodes have gone by faster than you can say “James Alexander Malcom MacKenzie Fraser’ and we’ve embarked on that painfully long voyage we call Droughtlander. But I’m not going to dwell on how long we have to wait for the show to return. I’m just happy that we … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 313 – Eye of the Storm

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 310 – Heaven and Earth

Thanksgiving is one day away and do you know what I’m thankful for, Outlander fans? I’m thankful that I’m not on board the Artemis, the Porpoise, or any other vessel carrying Frasers. You know what else I’m thankful for? A new batch of material for Outlander Superlatives! Episode 310, “Heaven and Earth,” brought on the … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 310 – Heaven and Earth

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 309 – The Doldrums

Acupuncture and typhoid and seasickness—oh, my! Outlander has finally arrived at the voyage portion of Voyager, and Episode 309, “The Doldrums,” is setting a course for adventure! I can’t be the only one who has been singing the theme to The Love Boat all week now, can I? Let’s climb aboard and discuss all of … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 309 – The Doldrums

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 308 – First Wife

Outlander is taking us home sweet home! Episode 308, “First Wife,” brings us back to Lallybroch, which means familiar faces, sibling squabbles, a few more scars for JAMMF, a wee bit of dung, oh, and that whole bombshell about Jamie being married to Laoghaire. On the plus side, it also means that JAMMF’s hair has … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 308 – First Wife

Outlander Superlatives: Episode 307 – Creme de Menthe

HOLY SMOKES. Outlander is on FIRE. Literally. I just knew Jamie’s smolder would ignite something one of these days. Episode 307, “Crème de Menthe,” had me on the edge of my seat with all of its turmoil, bromances, and villainous excise men. Also, I’d almost forgotten what kind of zany 18th century hijinks Claire can get herself … More Outlander Superlatives: Episode 307 – Creme de Menthe