Outlander is definitely one of a kind when it comes to romantic drama. "Surrender" keeps that alive with Claire and Frank getting a feel for each others' predicament in dealing with the present and the past. Even though getting on with life is necessary, we can see both mixing desire with caution. Now the question is, 'does desire win out over caution?".
Claire not only has to deal with her personal feelings. It's gone beyond love and survival. Now she has to deal with current day dreams of success. Adapting to life in the 1700's, she must have thought life in 18th century Scotland was backward as she had to fight to get respect and then explain how she had so much knowledge even beyond that of men of those days. Now, in the mid 1900's,even when she knew she had done more than most men of that day, she finds herself having to deal with prejudice and ignorance that may not have been so noticeable prior to traveling to the past. "Surrender" kind of proves that Claire isn't going to be a part of that thought process. She obviously will have to regain strength that she found in the 18th century.
Jamie, a recluse of sorts now, is lost without Claire. Just as bad, he seems to be losing his place in the hearts of his sister and her family. In the meantime, someone appears to be working her way into his life. Could she help him, hmmm? His arc in this episode is lacking(perhaps simmering is a better term) in heartfelt matters. It feels like we are being led to believe he becomes more wily and cunning. It was mostly apparent with the closing of his part in this episode.
I did appreciate the characters, Jenny and Fergus more than anytime prior to this season. Both had to experience gains and losses. What God hath given, the British Soldiers took. I felt more sorry for Frank although there was more hope for him now than in Battle Joined.
Things are going to change for everyone throughout this season I am sure. What will likely not change is my love for Outlander. Once again we get great contributions from all involved.
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