Waypoints: My Scottish Journey

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Having only read this one memoir, I don’t have anything to compare it to. I think in an effort to protect others, it’s not as revealing or as in-depth as one might expect, but he’s also quite candid at times too. Occasionally, it felt a bit repetitive, but overall, I really enjoyed the journey. I can’t imagine any fan not liking it! Throughout the evening, as Sam charts his journeythrough the stunning Highland wilderness,he’ll also map outthe moments thatshaped his views,dreams and ambition, family, friendships, love,and life. The mushrooms!! Him and the mushrooms!! Oh, and the midges! 😂 😂 Even after watching all the episodes of Men in Kilts, I never saw any hint of Sam’s little obsession with the mushrooms! The midges – most definitely! But now, I’ll never think the same of the mushrooms. I am now well aware that they are always watching us. 😂 🍄

Intimate, thoughtful and fascinating, don’t miss the opportunity to join Sam as he presentsadeeply personallove letter to the wild Scottish landscape that means so much tohim. This promises to be acharming,funny, wise (well, to a degree),and searching insightinto the world through his eyes. Whether you’re already a fan or new to Heughan and his work, there will be something for everyone to relate to on this special journey through the Highlands of Scotland.

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Some of the best parts of the book are when he runs into random strangers in the wild and then they suffer, er… enjoy, walking together through miserable weather elements, shin splints and aching Achilles. A traveler named Graeme recognizes Heughan right away. He says, “I saw your movie, it was shit.” And a beautiful friendship was born. Having worked together for almost 9 years, the costars have a say on set. Now, executive producers of a show they both love, Heughan and Balfe not only lead on set, but get to have creative input behind the scenes too. No longer naïve young actors, they now are role models to the younger cast. Sophie Skelton, Richard Rankin, Lauren Lyle, John Bell, and Caitlin O’Ryan have all spoken about this. We learn a number of other things on this Scottwalk. Does Sam Heughan have a fear of cows? He might. That is a very important part of this book that has been overlooked by everyone. But know this: He is scared of cows. The last thing I want to do is encourage someone to commit themselves to me, only to find I can’t return it, and that’s when I move on. I’m more guarded and unsure. I hope for the simplicity once again. Being able to see the whole landscape below, no clouds obscuring the view. I will continue to seek it, even if I have to work harder and keep climbing. Along the way, there are many ups and downs but one thing’s for sure - I could never be an actor. Such a pride swallowing, cutthroat industry. The pressure to look/act a certain way, years of juggling part time jobs/auditions, countless rejections, contract negotiations, projects falling through, the self-doubt, living hand to mouth, renting crappy bedsits/relying on the hospitality of others; whilst friends are finally beginning to settle and put down roots, Sam’s living out of a suitcase, existing on a shoestring, still dreaming of that elusive big break. It’s exhausting. If only he could have just been himself a bit more.

In this journey of self-discovery, Sam Heughan sets out along the West Highland Way to explore his heritage and reflect on the personal waypoints that define him. The result is a love letter to the wild Scottish landscape that means so much to Sam, and a charming, funny, wise and searching insight to the world through his eyes. Waypoints is a memoir with a difference! I wanted to tell the stories and share the experiences that have shaped me, but to do that I needed to challenge myself and spend some time in my own company, away from the distractions of everyday life. And for me there's no better place to reflect than in the wild Scottish Highlands.” In August, Heughan debuted the cover of the new book, and he's also confirmed that he will narrate the audiobook, which will feature some bonus additional content. Per the actor himself, it'll feature "exclusive audio recordings I made along the journey, documenting my thoughts, feelings, elation and the (occasional) emotional breakdown. I really enjoyed recording the journey – please excuse the questionable accents and random jabbering! – and there’s plenty in there that you can only find in the audiobook." Outlander being Sam’s big break. ❤️ It was fate! He was meant to be Jamie Fraser! It was as if he was born to play that role! I’m so happy this role changed his life and meant so much for the success of his acting career.🎵 Sing me a song of a lass that is gone…say, could that lass be I? 🎵 Sort of off topic, but my heart is going to officially break when Outlander ends. So much nostalgia already….. A deeply personal and warmly entertaining memoir that fans of Sam – and Scotland – will have a joyful time devouring’– HeatOne of the best parts of the book is the self-deprecating humor with which Heughan tells stories from his past. Like the time he found himself wearing a Stetson hat, in an attempt to stand out in Los Angeles. Deflated after a bad meeting with an executive, Heughan walked down the Hollywood Walk of Fame in his Stetson and caught sight of his reflection in a window and realized how “ridiculous” he looked. To make matters worse, the only restaurant around was a cowboy-themed restaurant. He says people probably assumed he was there for his shift. Then his cell phone beeped, he hoped it would be good news about an audition. Instead, it was a notification that his bank account was in the red. He cried. Feeling like a failure, he returned to London, questioning whether he should be an actor at all. Opening up about his dating life, Heughan admits he’s a big fan of romance, but worries he won’t be able to sustain relationships because of the demands and schedule of his job. He also confesses how guarded he’s become due to Outlander’s success. He readily admits this is an issue and also says the fact that he is the son of a father who disappeared is never far from his mind. Heughan’s memoir is a vulnerable, emotional ride through Scotland, with Heughan as the witty, weather-challenged, guide of a great journey, juxtaposed with the story of his childhood, the tough road as a struggling actor, his relationship with his family, being raised by a single mother, and a devastatingly honest look into his father’s abandonment and reappearance. Heughan also opens up about his long-standing friendship with Outlanderco-star Caitríona Balfe and the unfortunate dark side of fame they’ve both had to endure as a result of their popularity in the hit show. With Waypoints, Heughan has now become a three-time New York Times best-selling author. Plus, he did all of this in a pandemic – while everyone else baked bread. Heughan’s memoir is refreshingly honest and funny – and here are some of the best parts. Spend agloriousevening withaward-winning actor and Sunday Timesand New York Timesbestselling author of Clanlandsand TheClanlands Almanac, Sam Heughan, as herecounts his journey of self-discovery along the West Highland Way.