The Novel Strumpet Archive
The Holidays definitely put us on a hiatus with travel and family shenanigans, we didn’t miss any episodes, just didn’t have time to do a write-up so we’ve got some things to catch-up on. Here’s a quick breakdown of the big points from the previous 2 episodes:
This is it! Everyone is finally in the same century and we get to see more of our beloved (and not so beloved) characters from previous seasons: Frank! Ian (the older)! yeah, Laoghaire too…. And book readers have a rare episode where the discrepancies between page and
Everything old is new again! Another familiar face pops up at Fraser’s Ridge! Knock, knock, who’s there…LORD JOHN GREY! It’s nice to see Lord John again and, surprise, Willie is with him. Only now he’s Master William and oh so mature. Such an awkward moment when they
Ok, let’s all shout it together now…MURTAGH!!!!!! We felt he might pop back up given the way he and Jamie parted ways last season, but still, this was an amazing surprise! Hello, our new favorite silver fox. Rawr! Book readers may be a little puzzled by his
The title is the essential theme of this entire episode. The characters find common ground in a lot of situations: motherhood, relations between people of different cultures, strained romantic relationships and even a bit of camaraderie with their animals. It’s strange, but even the moments of danger
Well another episode in and we’re finally splitting the 1970’s with the 1770’s. So let’s start with the ‘present’. 1970’s – Brianna and Roger: We keep going back and forth on their story but the one thing we can definitely agree on is that it doesn’t end
So Season 4 is off to a roaring start! This season we thought we’d break away from full recaps and discussions and just write our thoughts about the episode. So let’s get down to it! Episode 2: Do No
Hey Everyone! Novel Strumpet here. Long time no read! Ok, I’ve been reading just not things I’d want to review or could review (b/c I was working with the author). However, I’ve missed talking books with you all and have read some stuff lately that I want
This is it folks! The last episode and now we go into the long dark teatime of the soul known as Droughtlander. But before that we have Jamie to rescue from jail and Young Ian to rescue from the clutches of Geillis/Mrs. Abernathy/Bakra! Recap – Episode #313
After last week’s 2hr premiere this one went by pretty quickly right? Got your drinking horns ready? Let’s get to it: Bjorn and Halfdan: The Naked and the Dead We get a very brief glimpse of Bjorn and Halfdan on their journey, having a manly heart to
Vikings is back with a 2 hour premiere tonight! Here are some of my wacky thoughts while watching. SPOILERS AHEAD!!!! Also, if you wanna make this a fun drinking game I’ll give you a few ideas on when to raise your horns and shout “Skol” with your
So Claire’s been doc-napped by baby British Captain, Jamie’s onboard another ship, Young Ian is who knows where…it’s exciting and new! Come aboard! We’re expecting you! Recap – Episode #310 “Heaven and Earth” We go back in time a few minutes to watch Jamie watch the Porpoise