Enthusiasts of the Starz show Outlander are split following a recent critique of protagonist Claire Fraser , portrayed by Caitriona Balfe . A fan professed that in rewatching the series, inspired by Diana Gabaldon's novels, they now perceive Claire as "insufferable" and criticised her "pick me" attitude. Additionally, they lamented her early conduct towards Geillis Duncan, played by Lotte Verbeek.
The Starz series, due to make its comeback this Autumn, centres around Claire and her escapades with Jamie Fraser , played by Sam Heughan. On the forum Reddit , the user @fatcatstypefast expressed their vexation regarding Claire's disposition. They wrote: "On my first rewatch and I don't remember being this annoyed by Claire.
I just started Season 2 but my thoughts on season 1 is how self righteous, selfish, trouble starting, etc. I know it's just a show lol and she is this way for the drama but still." Describing interactions between Claire and Geillis, they added: "How she treated Geillis throughout was so.
..rude for lack of a better term.
Geillis shared enough for them to really be great friends but Claire always met her with judgment. Even after G sacrificed herself to save C, C did nothing to honor her/her experience, did nothing to learn more about her journey after knowing she also came from the future. "I know the story is based on the books but they couldn't written this storyline so much better.
The first time around I couldn't get myself to watch episode 16, this time I g.