Whelp. As we inch – and I do mean inch – closer to the start of season two, there’s been a lot of talk about reading (or re-reading) Dragonfly In Amber. If you’re not familiar with the books, DIA is number two in the series. Ron D. Moore & company have said that season two of their Starz series will cover much of this beloved book.
I say beloved because, after Outlander (book 1), DIA is probably the second dearest book to die-hard fans. Or maybe third, after Voyager, but I digress.
So much happens. SO much. If you think book one/season one was a whirlwind of drama, wait until April. Or better yet, join in the massive read-a-long.
There will be changes, we’re told. More than there were in season one, if the rumours are true. There has been one major absence in terms of casting. If you were around for MMS two weeks ago, you will have noticed my mention of ‘Bree’. I won’t harp on that. (Grrrr.) Here’s what we know so far.
- Most of the season will take place in Paris as Claire and Jamie attempt to undermine the Scottish uprising, thus preventing the slaughter of thousands of Scots at Culloden.
- Season one ended with Claire telling Jamie that she was with child. Frances De La Tour has been cast as Mother Hildegarde, so it’s safe to say we’ll see L’Hopital des Anges. Get your tissues ready.
- SPOILER ALERT [don’t read beyond this point if you haven’t read book two] Season two will also see our couple age twenty years. I, for one, am looking forward to how both Sam and Caitriona will play older Jamie and older, post-childbirth Claire. More tissues will be needed because these two actors are adept at microexpressions. I expect the changes to be subtle but heartwrenchingly beautiful.
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Stanley Weber
By the way, Rik Rankin wasn’t the only hottie added to the cast for season two. Did you get a glimpse of Stanley Weber? I will love to hate his Le Compte St. Germain
- Jamie’s cousin, Jared Fraser, will also make an appearance in France.
- As will Black Jack’s brother, Alex. I’m actually looking forward to meeting this kinder, gentler Randall.
- I’m not looking forward to meeting Jamie’s ex, Annalise de Marillac.
- I am happy to know that both Rupert and Angus will return. I think we’ll nee the levity that they bring to counteract the events to come.
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Tobias Menzies as Frank Randall
If you’re a fan of Tobias Menzies, you’ll be happy to know that his role as Frank Randall has been expanded from the books. I love Tobias, so I am thrilled to know he’ll be back. I’m not a fan of Frank but I’m curious to see what they’ve done with his character. Diana has signed off (for the most part) and, if she’s happy, I’m sure I will be too.
- We’ll also get Fergus. We get Fergus!! He’s been cast and he is adorable. Gah! I cannot wait.
There’s a lot to look forward to come April. It can’t come soon enough, as far as I’m concerned. Then again, it gives me time to write more books. I know I’ll be preoccupied once our beloved show returns.
Bidh mi ‘gad fhaicinn!
Xio
Mood: Enthralled